OVERVIEW
Subscription will give you access to the following resources:
- Comprehensive coverage of the vocational curriculum
- Content that is OCR, Edexcel and AQA compliant
- Interactive activities that ignite the imagination while enhancing understanding
- Case studies featuring advice from experienced professionals
CONTENT
gcsEASE Applied Science features detailed educational material devised and written by experienced and respected professionals in the industry. Their knowledge and expertise informs this lively and engaging learning experience.
ACTIVITY – Beat It
The gcsEASE Applied Science site features eye-catching and imaginative activities that explain the key issues underlying the course. This is an extremely simple – and enjoyable – way to learn complex concepts. For example, Beat It shows how a student can measure his or her pulse and calculate their current level of fitness.
ACTIVITY – Crime Lab
Crime Lab enables the student to solve a crime – the mystery theft of a missing novel – using an online microscope to examine four samples taken from the scene of the robbery. Using their deductions they must then file a report identifying the suspect they believe is guilty.
QUIZ
gcsEASE Applied Science has its own quiz. This provides students with the opportunity to test their own knowledge and to identify where they can improve. The interactive quiz is also much more fun than a formal written test.
CASE STUDIES
gcsEASE Applied Science features interviews with experienced experts who use science in amazing ways. For example, roller coaster ‘Imagineer’ John Wardley explains the technology behind the Alton Towers Nemesis ride.
LINKS AND DID YOU KNOW?
gcsEASE Applied Science provides essential links to key websites.
Did You Know? links to fascinating facts about significant developments – past and present – in the scientific community.
