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| Which subject | Biology |
| What topic | Evolution and selective breeding |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
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| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Evolution and Selective Breeding
Year 10 (Age 15-16)
Biology
20 students
This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Biology, particularly focusing on the topics of evolution and the role of human intervention in the modification of species.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Evolution | 5 | Briefly explain evolution and natural selection. Use examples to illustrate key concepts. |
| 2 | Introduction to Selective Breeding | 5 | Define selective breeding. Discuss its purpose and impact on species traits and characteristics. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 10 | Divide students into groups of 4. Provide each group with examples of selectively bred animals and plants. Have them discuss and note differences in traits. |
| 4 | Class Share | 5 | Groups share their findings. Facilitate a discussion about the implications of selective breeding. |
| 5 | Application Activity | 5 | Present a hypothetical scenario where students must plan a selective breeding project for a desired trait. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Recap | 5 | Summarize key points of evolution and selective breeding. Answer any questions students may have. |
Students will be assigned to write a one-page report on a specific case of selective breeding (e.g., dogs, crops). The reports must be submitted via the online school portal by the next lesson. The teacher will check the homework but will not ask students to present it in front of the class.
Students' understanding will be assessed based on participation in group discussions, completion of the application activity, and the quality of the homework report.