AQA A-Level Biology: Most of a Cell's DNA Is Not Translated (8.2.1) Lesson

This fully-resourced and engaging lesson is designed for teachers delivering point 8.2.1 of the AQA A-Level Biology specification. It covers how only part of a cell’s DNA is translated and explores how the potency of a stem cell determines its ability to specialise, providing all the necessary materials to teach this topic effectively.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Content Coverage: Introduces stem cell potency, including totipotency, pluripotency, multipotency, and unipotency, with detailed explanations and examples of their locations and functions.
• Interactive Activities: Includes a quick quiz to reinforce terminology and a potency continuum activity to help students visualise the levels of potency.
• Real-World Applications: Explores the role of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their potential use in regenerative medicine.
• Integrated Assessment Opportunities: Features prior knowledge checks, exam-style questions, and maths-in-biology challenges to consolidate learning and develop key skills.
• Structured and Engaging: Supports students in linking content to other topics within the specification while addressing misconceptions through guided discussions.

This resource is ideal for teachers looking for a structured, curriculum-aligned, and engaging way to deliver lessons on stem cells and cell potency in AQA A-Level Biology.

• Exam Board: AQA
• Subject: Biology
• Level: A-Level
• Resource Type: Lesson
• Year: 2025
• Year Group/s: Year 12 and Year 13

This resource was created by GJHeducation