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Antibiotics, 4.3.1.8, links with antibiotic resistance covered in 4.6.3.4, but which could be taught here, after antibiotics and before drug development. Students are only required to know specific details of the microorganisms listed in the specification. Spec ref. Summary of the specification content Learning outcomes What most candidates should be able to do Suggested timing Opportunities to develop Scientific Communication skills Opportunities to develop and apply practical and enquiry skills Self/peer assessment opportunities and resources Reference to past questions that indicate success 4.3.1.1 Communicable diseases Communicable diseases are infectious diseases caused by pathogens. Pathogens may be viruses, bacteria, protists or They may infect plants or animals. Pathogens can be spread by direct contact, by water or by air. The spread of diseases can be reduced or prevented by: simple hygiene measures destroying vectors Define the term pathogen and state the four main groups of pathogen. Explain how pathogens can be spread to plants or animals and cause infection. Describe the main differences between bacteria and viruses. Explain how the spread of disease can be reduced or prevented. 1 Show BBC video clip on microorganisms (see resources). Mini-whiteboard recap – draw and label a bacteria cell. Provide images of bacteria, viruses, protists and on the internet. Construct a table comparing fungi, virus, bacteria and protists to include size, site of reproduction and effects in the body. Show BBC video clip on effect of proper hand washing (see resources). Use card sort matching diseases to transmission and prevention. Prepare advice leaflet for a doctors’ surgery explaining how people can reduce their chances of catching diseases. Use UV powder on door handles at start of lesson and black light to show transfer of pathogen. BBC Bitesize video clips – Images of pathogens BBC Bitesize video clips – Exampro user guide PowerPoint trial.