Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
1 | Page
Area for learning
Focus Activities Useful Websites/Apps
English 1st Language
To be able to pracrise the various skills that are needed for thr IGCSE exam.
Watch the movie ‘A beautiful mind’ and attempt the following-
Write a descriptive piece on any one scene of your choice.
Write a narrative piece by changing any one act of the movie
Imagine that you are Russell Ira Crowe, write an interview based
on your experience during the making of the movie.
http://viooz.co/movies/1473-a-beautiful-mind-2001.html
English 2nd Language
Reading Comprehension
Article Writing
Summary Writing Vocabulary building Features of Academic
Writing Skimming and scanning
skills Article format
Read any article from a newspaper or magazine. Ask them to write a summary of 100 words picking out the key points from the article.
Research using the internet. Discuss with your child the precise vocabulary and terms needed to write the article on Expo 2020.
Write an article on Expo 2020 and its effects on the toursim in UAE. Make a power point presentation on the same topic. This will help them focus on the points needed to write the article.
www.gulfnews.com www.englishforeveryone.org
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
2 | Page
Mathematics
(Core)
Sequences
To generate a sequence and
to find the nth term of a
sequence.
Simultaneous Equations
To solve simultaneous
equations algebraically and
graphically.
Area and Perimeter of Compound shapes
To calculate the area and
perimeter of compound
shapes.
A car rental company charges a base rate to rent a car
plus an additional fee based on how many miles driven.
Research on how sequences is applied in this.
Research on the real life applications of
Simultaneous Equations.
Make a plan for a house and calculate its area and
volume.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxQ
PCLa9UhI
https://www.sophia.org/tutorials/arithm
etic-sequences-in-the-real-world
http://www.ehow.com/info_8710568_10
-can-used-everyday-life.html
http://www.cimt.plymouth.ac.uk/project
s/mepres/book7/bk7i9/bk7_9i4.htm
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
3 | Page
Mathematics
Extended
Mensuration:
Volume and surface area of solids – cylinder, cube, cuboid, cone, prisms and pyramids.
Logical problems on application of volume and surface area Similarity:
To compare between similar shapes and find the missing length.
To calculate the missing area/volume in similar shapes/solids.
Probability:
To differentiate between mutually exclusive and independent events
To use tree diagrams to solve problems on probability.
Functions:
To find inverse and composite functions.
Make a booklet of important formulae in
Mensuration.
Revise the concept of similarity and functions.
Think of few common events in day today life.
Classify them into mutually exclusive and
independent events.
Ask a family member what possible combinations
of dress and accessories are they going to wear in
next three days. Make a tree diagram to display
these and find the probability of wearing different
combinations like a white shirt and red tie etc.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesi
ze/maths/statistics/probabilityhirev1.sht
ml
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesi
ze/maths/statistics/probabilityhirev2.sht
ml
https://www.mathsisfun.com/data/prob
ability-events-independent.html
http://www.questionbank.4gmat.com/m
ba_prep_sample_questions/mensuration
/
http://www.transum.org/Maths/Exam/O
nline_Exercise.asp?Topic=Mensuration
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/fun
ction-exam.html
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
4 | Page
Mathematics
Accelerated
Vectors in 2 dimensions
To use vectors in any form, column vector, basic notation and unit base form.
Compose and resolve velocities.
Use relative velocity, including solving problems on interception (but not closest approach).
Revise some key concepts using geometric reasoning problems and is intended to be used with a voting or multiple-choice system – though it could easily be adapted into a simple group quiz.
Research on the concept of resolving a velocity vector and relate vectors to bearings.
Relate vectors to velocity of planes when affected by crosswinds.
Relate vectors to velocity of boats when affected by a current.
Practise Past Paper Questions: Nov 2011 Paper 23 Q9 Jun 2012 Paper 12 Q12 Nov 2012 Paper 13 Q5 Nov 2012 Paper 22 Q9 Specimen Paper 2 2013 Q7
www.khanacademy.org/science/physics/v/introduction-to-vectors-and-scalars
www.mathwarehouse.com/vectors/
www.cimt.plymouth.ac.uk/projects/mepres/allgcse/bkc19.pdf
www.geogebratube.org/student/m12566
www.tes.co.uk/teaching-resource/Vectors-multiple-choice-6161352/
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
5 | Page
Physics
Transformer
Describe the construction of a
basic transformer with a soft-
iron core, as used for voltage
transformations.
Understand the terms step-up
and step-down.
Describe the use of the
transformer in high-voltage
transmission of electricity.
Research on -
Research on uses of transformer.
What is the function of the core of a transformer?
Why must the core be made of a soft magnetic
material?
Explain why transformer will not work with direct
current?
Prepare a list of questions based on the topics using
blooms taxonomy.
www.skool.co.uk
www.Islandphysics.com
www.cie.org.uk
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOCQOPV
UdTc
Chemistry Topic: Organic chemistry Part II
To describe the chemical
properties of ethanol and
carboxylic acids and its
preparation.
Activity:
Write an article on “carboxylic acids, alcohols and
ester in our daily life”.
Research and prepare a survey from your daily life
items which includes- carboxylic acids, alcohols and
our dependence on same.
Plan an experiment to make polymer slime.
http://humantouchofchemistry.com/fruit
y-facts-about-carboxylic-acid.htm
http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/vide
os/plastic_fantastic.aspx
http://www.twig-
world.co.uk/films/invention-of-nylon-
1377/
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
6 | Page
To describe condensation
polymerisation with suitable
examples.
To describe the pollution
problems caused by non-
biodegradable plastics
Make the 3D model of a monomer and a polymer
to explain addition and condensation
polymerisation to your peers.
Create a poster using INFOGRAPHICS on edible
polymers.
Collect and stick articles and write-ups on non-
biodegradable plastics and evaluate the same.
Prepare a newspaper editorial on- Polymers are
necessary evils.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-
resource/monomers-and-polymers-
6321869
Biology
INHERITANCE & EVOLUTION
ACTIVITIES:
1. Seventy seeds were collected from a cross between
two plants of the same species. The seeds were
sown at the same time and, after 3 weeks, the
heights of the plants which grew were measured
and found to fall in to two groups, A and B, as
shown in figure below.
Video: Punnett squares
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ksI
ajiPUAU
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
7 | Page
To observe that DNA is in the
food that we eat and execute a
simple method to extract DNA.
To identify and explain how to
predict the outcomes of a
genetic cross.
To list and explain that some
human disorders are inherited
To observe that DNA is in the
food that we eat and execute a
simple method to extract DNA.
To identify and explain how to
predict the outcomes of a
genetic cross.
To list and explain that some
human disorders are inherited
a) Calculate the percentage of seeds which
germinated. Show your working. [2 marks]
b- i) Name the type of variation shown within each
group. [1 mark]
ii) State three factors, which might have caused this
variation. [3 marks]
Some people at risk of having children with genetic
disorders choose to have IVF treatment and have the
embryos tested for the condition before they are
Video: Codominance and the inheritance
of blood type
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyk
VH9Z7Gw8
http://www.hfea.gov.uk
http://www.ukgtn.nhs.uk/gtn/Home
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
8 | Page
implanted. This is called Pre-implantation Genetic
Diagnosis (PGD) and embryo selection. The Human
Fertilisation and Embryology Authority must agree that
a particular genetic condition is sufficiently serious
before clinics are permitted to test embryos for it.
Research and write a short report on the ethics and
regulations associated with genetic
information and genetic testing. The given websites
are good starting point.
Accounting
To analyse the company laws
pertaining to Limited companies
in UAE in line with International
Accounting Standards.
Research and analyse the norms and conditions as
per the Company's act for Limited companies in
UAE. The focus of research should be on the
accounting requirements that every limited
company in UAE should abide with and how the
International Accounting Standards is used as a
benchmark to prepare the financial statements
Present your findings in a report form.
www.dineshbakshi.com
www.cie.org.ae IGCSE Accounting by Catherine Cocoum
Financial Accounting by Frank Wood
www.tutor2u.net www.bized.co.uk
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
9 | Page
OR
Present your findings as a SWAY presentation to the class.
Economics
To highlight the reasons , costs
and benefits of Globalisation
To analyse international trade
theories
To discuss and debate on the
topic of Free Trade vs
Protectionism
www.s-cool.net
www.tutor2u.net
www.dineshbakshi.com
www.worldbank.org
www.imf.org
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
10 | Page
Business studies
To highlight the different types
of communication and analyse
the role of effective
communication in firms.
www.bized.uk.org
www.tutor2u.net
www.s-cool.net
www.dineshbakshi.com
Travel and
Tourism
To explore the role and
functions of tourists boards to
explore the range of products
and services. Identify the
features of Leisure & business
Make a Presentation on Leisure travel services and
Business travel services.
List all the features of both and state the major
contributions from tourists boards and tourists
information centres to promote these services.
Internet
Textbook
IGCSE past paper booklet
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
11 | Page
travellers. How can these
markets develop with the help of
tourism boards?
Present your findings in class in “Student Led
Lesson” Activity.
Draw a Poster on any one of the following:
Leisure Tourism
Business Travel
Sociology
Education
Use different sources to investigate and understand the topic Education
How important is education as an agency of socialisation and social control?
What factors determines educational achievements of students?
Why are some types of education better than others?
Create a short presentation using Prezi, Nearpod or padlet that may be used for revision.
www.sociology.org.uk
https://sites.google.com/site/igcsesociologyyear10/sociology-questions
https://revisesociology.com/tag/revision-notes/
www.org.co.uk
https://sites.google.com/site/year11igcsesociology/revision-guides
Child
development
Care of Other People’s Children
Fostering and adoption
Children with Special Needs
Use the available sources and discuss with your
family the Care of other people’s children.
What is fostering and adoption? Why are they
necessary in society today?
Why do families use child care?
www.bbc.co.uk https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/outofhome/foster-care
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/child-development-igcse-
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
12 | Page
Why are children looked after by the Local
Authority-foster/children’s homes?
What examples do we have in Dubai today?
What are the various disabilities that children have
in society and how are children with special needs
cared for in our society today?
731203
http://www.asknanny.com/ch
http://www.toothill.notts.sch.uk/page.php?d=design&p=revgcsechild
https://www.healthychildren.org/...foster-care/.../Helping-Children-in-Foster-Care-Suc.
Geography
Weather and Climate Use the internet to investigate the topic weather and
climate.
How is weather measured and recorded?
What factors influence the location of weather instruments?
What are the effects of weather and climate on human activities? Illustrate using the example of UAE.
Create a model of one weather instrument of your choice. You will explain and demonstrate to the class how it works.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/gcsebitesize/index.shtml
www.geographylwc.org.uk
www.geographypages.com
www.geographygeek.co.u
www.revisionworld.co.uk/level/geography
www.s-cool.co.uk
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
13 | Page
Global
Perspectives
Trade and Aid Use the internet and other sources to investigate various issues and perspectives in the topic trade and aid.
Identify the key issues in this topic
Identify examples of global, national and personal
Perspectives associated to these key issues.
Create a short presentation with global, national and personal perspectives in any key issue of your choice in the topic.
Also examine IGCSE past papers to find and attempt the relevant questions.
www.fairtrade.org.uk Website of the Fair-trade Foundation.
www.dubble.co.uk Pioneering fair trade chocolate.
www.ethicalconsumer.org Information for consumers on how to buy ethically-sourced goods.
Environmental
Management
Development Investigate the contrasts in development between poor and rich countries
How is development measured?
Why are some countries more developed than others?
What is the cycle of poverty and what are its implications on individuals, communities, and the environment?
www.xtremepapers.com
www.greenfieldsgeography.comwww.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/
www.geographylwc.org.uk
www.geographypages.com
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
14 | Page
What strategies are in place to help individuals, communities and countries break out of poverty.
Why would it be difficult to eradicate poverty from the world?
How can countries such as UAE help to eradicate poverty?
Create your revision notes. Also use IGCSE past papers
to practice related examination question.
www.geographygeek.co.u
www.revisionworld.co.uk/level/geography
www.s-cool.co.uk
http://www.gatm.org.uk/
ICT
Data Analysis
Data Manipulation
Research on the differences and applications of
HLOOKUP, VLOOKUP and LOOKUP functions and
how these functions could be used in schools for
data retrieval.
Explain what is meant by a pivot table and state
few uses of a pivot table.
Make a list of ALPHABETS in binary numbers.
https://www.exceltip.com
http://www.teachict.com/
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
15 | Page
Computer Science Numbers:
Binary numbers, Denary numbers and Hexa decimal numbers
Converting binary to denary and hexa decimal.
Converting denary to binary and dexa decimal numbers.
Converting hexa decimal to denary and binary numbers and security aspects.
Programming Concepts(Python)
Functions and arrays
Design a program using functions and arrays to
input binary and convert into hex and denary+
numbers.
Online Activity -
www.cimt.plymouth.ac.uk/projects/mepres/book8/b
k8i1/bk8_1i2.htm
http://www.teachict.com/
http://www.igcseict.info
http://computer.howstuffworks.com/byt
es.htm. www.schoology.com
http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Computers
_for_Beginners/Programming.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesi
ze/ict/hardware/index.shtml ,
www.python.org
www.codecademy.com
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
16 | Page
PE Sports Injuries and Management Define soft-tissue injuries and hard-tissue injuries.
What is the RICE method?
What injuries can you treat with it?
What injuries shouldn’t you treat with it?
List some precautions you could take before an activity to help avoid injury.
What precautions could you take during and after an activity?
ww.teachpe.com
www.britishschoolofboston.org
www.cie.org.uk
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
17 | Page
French
To analyse a job advert.
To write a CV.
To make complex sentences
with “si “
SPEAKING: Prepare an oral presentation for around 2 minutes : “ Quel sont tes projets pour le future?, quel metier tu aimerais faire?”
WRITING : Write a composition of 110-140 words : Votre frère/soeur a quitté la maison car il/elle a trouvé un nouvel emploi dans une autreville.
Écrivez une lettre à un(e) ami(e) français(e).
• Dites où votre frère/soeur est parti(e) habiter et pourquoi.
• Quelles ont été les réactions de la famille à son départ?
• Quelle sorte d’emploi voulez-vous à l’avenir?
• Allez-vous rester à la maison ou partir dans une autre ville après vos études? Expliquez pourquoi.
LISTENING COMPREHENSION :
http://apprendre.tv5monde.com/fr/apprendre-francais/les-professionnels-du-tourisme-0
WWW.tv5monde.org
www.youtube.com
www.francaisfacile.com
www.linguascope.com
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
18 | Page
Arabic
الكناية
لغات العالم مرايا الناس
ي الهاتف صديق
الحالق المثقف
اتيجيات جديدة لنحافظ عىل اللغة كهوية * ح است . أن يقت
ي المقال * ي استخدمها الكاتب ف
أن يستعرض األدلة الت
*أن يناقش قضية استخدام الهاتف دائما
. أن يضع حلوال لتقليل استخدام الهاتف
أن يدمج المعلومات بوسائل أخرى بغرض تنمية المعرفة . الحالية
ي استخدمها الكاتب . أن يستعرض الدلة الت
ي المصادر ويجمع المعلومات أن يبحث ف
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao-GjiobMkQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FTs8X2M4fY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcng_49rZYY
Islamic Education ي بناء األرسة أداب -أم سلمة-منهج االسالم ف
الحوارحفظ سورة سيكلف الطالب ببعض الواجبات ويحرص عىل
األحزاب وعمل الواجبات المطلوبة من
لة السنة النبوية ي بناء أرسته ومت يبحث عن منهج الرسول ف
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q481yxFSDUM
www.almawk3.com
Islamic Education for Non Arabs
Pork and other Haram meat Search and write an essay about medical harms of pork and alcohol.
www.google.com
www.islamicity.com
The Winchester School
Aim High Study Progress Programme for Year 11
February, 2017
19 | Page
