KS4 Ecology 2

Unit Summary

Curriculum

This unit is mapped against the AQA science specification and is part 2 of a 2 part unit. The unit can be sequenced flexibly, but there is an assumption in the creation of the units that knowledge in any given year is building on units from previous years.

The substantive knowledge (i.e. the science content) taught in this unit, and the disciplinary knowledge (i.e. working scientifically) is taught in context. Hierarchical elements of working scientifically are reflected in the unit and therefore is built up accordingly. While this will take account of prior learning assumptions from the previous key stage, or units, there will also be reminders of prompts and scaffolds to help pupils.

Developing Experts seeks to support schools to deliver the National Curriculum to children. Our choice of what to teach is primarily guided by the content specified in the National Curriculum, but we have also chosen to broaden this to increase challenge and build aspiration. we achieve this by exploring the application of concepts learned in the classroom in the world of work.

Developing Experts place an emphasis on the real-world applications of science and STEM career pathways. This unit is sponsored by by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS); career opportunities and expert knowledge from the RHS are featured within each lesson. 

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

          Name:                                Job Title:

1.       Hazel Smith                        Head of Supply Development

2.      Alex Semenyuk                  Anaerobic Digester Manager

3.      Leah Mathias-Collins          Group Environment Manager

4.      Mark Knight                        Technical Crops Manager 

5.      Sam Brook                          Senior Agronomist 

6.      Kyle McHale                        Education Officer 

7.      Lewis George                      Horticultural Engagement Officer