This comprehensive KS4 Science lesson covers Communicable (Infectious) Diseases for the AQA Trilogy Combined Science specification (4.3.1.1). Perfect for classroom teaching, remote learning, or revision sessions, it is designed to engage students, support understanding, and develop exam skills while being dyslexia and neurodivergent friendly.

Students will:

• Define a pathogen as a microorganism that causes infectious disease
• State the four types of pathogens: viruses, bacteria, protists and fungi
• Describe how communicable diseases are spread in animals and plants
• Apply knowledge of communicable diseases to case study about reducing infectious disease transmission

What’s included:

• DARTs: Scaffolded reading and comprehension tasks to help students master key concepts about pathogens and disease transmission.
• Multiple-choice quizzes: Self-marking, engaging quizzes to consolidate understanding.
• Literacy-based activities: Key term reinforcement, reading comprehension, and structured writing exercises to support dyslexic and neurodivergent learners.
• Exam question practice: Step-by-step AQA-style questions with model answers and marking guidance.
• Accessible design: Dyslexia-friendly fonts, clear layouts, color-coded diagrams, and alt text for visuals to support all learners.