OCR Gateway GCSE Biology Student Book

This student book supports the OCR GCSE Gateway Biology curriculum, offering resources for all ability levels, built-in assessments, and practical skills development, while addressing the updated content and increased math requirements.

The OCR Gateway GCSE Biology Student Book is designed to empower students by fostering a scientific approach to learning. It aims to enhance confidence, knowledge, and essential skills necessary for success in biology. The book caters to all students, offering higher-tier content for those looking to delve deeper into the subject. Additionally, it includes literacy activities and Go further features, which encourage exploration of topics in greater detail.

This resource aligns with the new OCR Gateway GCSE (9-1) specifications introduced in 2016, addressing the more challenging content and increased mathematical requirements of the curriculum. It provides comprehensive support for the practical components of the course, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the demands of their exams. As a publishing partner of OCR, the creators of this book have collaborated closely with the examination board to produce high-quality educational materials.

The book incorporates built-in assessments and differentiation strategies, allowing for effective progress tracking across varying student abilities. It features ramped questions and differentiated objectives for each topic, ensuring all learners are adequately supported. Moreover, it emphasizes the development of mathematical skills through direct links to MyMaths via Kerboodle, alongside worked examples and practice questions. With a focus on practical skills, the book includes specific practice for new practical questions and a range of activities available on Kerboodle, making it a comprehensive resource for students preparing for their GCSE biology exams.