This section presents an example approach of the Science~Physical in practice. The session explores magnets attracting and repelling and is based on the QCA Learning Objective from Unit 3e – Magnets and Springs (see information box to the right).

One hour was allocated for the main body of the lesson and a further half an hour allocated for the final evaluation task.

Note on video clips
Before pupils participated in this session they developed learning questions and experimented with magnets in the classroom. Pupils had been introduced to the following key vocabulary: magnets, north pole, south pole, attract, repel, opposite, similar. Not all pupils retained these concepts and vocabulary from their initial introduction to magnets.

A note on the Accelerated Learning cycle
The Science~Physical approach relies on the 'Accelerated Learning' principles: a structured, cyclical approach that facilitates learning through a variety of methods and stimuli. This approach frames the teaching and makes sure each lesson includes the 'big picture', the aims of the activity, an 'exploration and discovery' phase, and 'review and recall' activities. Read more in the "About" section.