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Unit Summary

This biology unit is centred around the biological process of reproduction and delves into the intricate processes of life propagation in both the human and plant kingdoms. The students will begin by exploring puberty and the adolescent phase of life before focusing on the anatomy of the human reproductive system. After this, the students will explore the stages of the menstrual cycle and the process of fertilisation and pregnancy. 

The second half of the unit transitions from humans to plants, unveiling the world of plant reproduction. The students will glean insights into the anatomy of flowers, equipping them with the knowledge to understand their intricate reproductive structures. They will uncover the various ways in which plants perpetuate their lineage, delving into pollination, seed formation and the dispersal mechanisms that ensure their survival. Throughout this unit, the students will gain insights from industry experts, amplifying their understanding of reproduction and fostering a holistic view of the overall process. 

TW: This unit explores topics such as pregnancy, fertility and foetal health. For support with these topics, please visit the SANDS website here. 

During this unit you will hear from the following industry experts:

          Name:                                Job Title:

1.       Neil Springham                  Art Therapist

2.      Alice Twigg                        Community Midwife 

3.      Debbie Brown                    Senior Practitioner Nurse

4.      Lucy Douglas-Pannent      Public Health Speciality Registrar 

5.      Julia O'Mara                       Modern Matron in General Practice

This unit has been written by

Dr Shannon Weldon

Shannon started her journey with Developing Experts by completing PHD placement while studying for her Doctorate in Developmental Biology at the University of East Anglia. Shannon has since joined the team full-time as a Project Manager working with the company's industry partners. Shannon knows a lot about chickens!

Maria Bateson

Maria completed her PGCE at Oxford in 2005 and taught at schools in Oxford and London before taking time out for family and travel. Maria has led INSET for teachers in Ukraine and gained her Scouting Wood Badge in Belgium. Since returning to the UK and the classroom in 2019, Maria has been awarded Chartered Science Teacher status and more recently, Lead Practitioner. She is also on the Editorial Board for School Science Review, the ASE Journal, and currently teaches at The Charter School East Dulwich as KS5 Science Lead.

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