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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Looking for new opportunities? New assessment roles in Applied Science and Human Biology for science teachers in the UK: We're looking for moderators, examiners and test constructors. To find out more and apply go to assessors.cambridge.org and search for "Applied Science" and "Human Biology"

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Andy Brunning @andy.compoundchem.com · 22/01/2026

One week until the free @cambridgeocr.bsky.social webinar looking at what the Curriculum and Assessment Review means for science! We'll look at what the review said and what's coming next. Join here to make sure your thoughts are heard: bit.ly/45a1wHp #ChatChemistry #ChatPhysics #ChatBiology

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Come along next Thursday (29th) to hear from the Science team about what the Francis report and its recommendations might mean for the new curriculums and assessment in science, and share what you hope to see in the newly reformed qualifications. FREE, online, open to all teachers

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

"There may be some heteronormative bias around subjects such as IVF; students may think IVF is only available to heterosexual couples. It is important when giving case studies to students to include different examples of who may use IVF."

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

"Students may have the misconception that sex is binary, when in fact it is non-binary. Students will come across data that treats sex as binary. Students will have some understanding of variations in sex traits (intersex) from Unit F170"

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

"Sickle cell disease is often associated with people of African ancestry, and not usually Hispanic, Latinx, Middle Eastern or Mediterranean heritage, despite it being prevalent in these communities. When teaching it may be useful to draw examples from a broad, cross-section of these individuals"

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

"Race is also a socially constructed concept, and not a scientific one. Students may hold the misconception that someone’s race can impact their biological outcomes, but cultural and socioeconomic differences between communities are more important for health outcomes than their ancestry"

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

"Different cultural norms or personal experiences in the classroom may lead students to prioritise or dismiss certain aspects of health. Creating an inclusive environment to address any preconceived notions of health is important throughout this unit."

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Here is a sample of the guidance we have used in our schemes of work for teachers of the @cambridgeocr.bsky.social Cambridge Advanced Nationals in Human Biology and Applied Science:

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

YES 🔥 💯 CAR: To foster engagement and support positive outcomes, it’s important that the curriculum covers a wide range of experiences and representation, as well as promoting our shared values, to build empathy and understanding of others.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Online Teacher Network: 4th November Free, 4pm, Applied Science and Human Biology Cambridge Advanced Nationals Meet, share, ask! @cambridgeocr.bsky.social Guest presenters from Zigzag Education and @fieldstudiesc.bsky.social Book now: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...

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Teacher Network events and Subject Briefings

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Come along & ask Bethan & I anything you need to help you teach and assess our new Cambridge Advanced Nationals in Applied Science or Human Biology next week We call it Ask the Subject Advisor. Its Free. Its Online. Its for You. bit.ly/46aClp0 @chatchemistry.bsky.social @chatchemistry.bsky.social

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

If you are teaching Cambridge Advanced Nationals in Human Biology or Applied Science, or plan to in 2026, join us for our first Subject Briefing on Thursday 11th September (4pm). teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw... @chatchemistry.bsky.social @chatbiology.bsky.social @edusky.bsky.social

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

📯 FREE TEACHER NETWORKS📯 Hove, 26th June Online, 7th July Liverpool, 10th July Keighley, 14th July Birmingham, 8th September Book now: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw... @chatchemistry.bsky.social @chatchemistry.bsky.social @chatphysics.bsky.social

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Join our free Southern (Salisbury) Teacher Network on June 19th 4pm to learn more about the Cambridge Advanced Nationals in Applied Science & Human Biology @ocrexams.bsky.social @chatphysics.bsky.social @chatbiology.bsky.social @chatchemistry.bsky.social www.teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-network-events

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

The session will cover specification content, structure, question format and assessment requirements, as well as offering practical guidance on getting started in the classroom.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

@scienceatlife.bsky.social will be joining us on 8th May to support teachers to enrich the new curriculums with Nichola, the schools and communities lead.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

A good range of centres already signed up, join us! We will be discussing assessment, resourcing and planning for delivery. A great chance to join a collaborative group of schools getting ready to start teaching these exciting new courses.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

🌟Free Teacher Networks🌟 Places still available: Hexham Thursday 8th May, 4pm Salisbury Thursday 19th June, 4pm Who? Teachers of science planning or considering delivering Applied Science and Human Biology Cambridge Advanced Nationals @ocrexams.bsky.social teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...

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Teacher Network Events

Have a look at our upcoming Teacher Network events in a range of subjects and book your place.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Hi Michael. @ocrexams.bsky.social have made a BSL glossary to support the teaching of science at KS4 and KS5, in collaboration with the Edinburgh group. Would be great to get your thoughts www.ocr.org.uk/blog/introdu... @allyphysics.bsky.social

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Introducing our BSL glossaries

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Can I recommend checking out @ocrexams.bsky.social's BSL glossary? www.ocr.org.uk/blog/introdu... aligned to the videos made by the Edinburgh group & in collaboration with them. See how it can be used across all 3 sciences @chatchemistry.bsky.social @chatbiology.bsky.social @chatphysics.bsky.social

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Introducing our BSL glossaries

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

❓Got more questions? Book a free place on our next webinar teach.ocr.org.uk/cambridge-ad... or come to our in-person Teacher Network teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...

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Cambridge Advanced Nationals Webinars

Our webinars provide you with a summary of our new Level 3 qualifications - Cambridge Advanced Nationals. Book your free place now!

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

For our Northern event in Hexham we are partnering with @scienceatlife.bsky.social who will be telling schools how they can help you enrich the delivery of these exciting new courses!

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

These are FREE networks to bring together schools who are or wish to deliver the new qualifications in September, with details about the assessments, resources and support for moderation. Start at 4pm (but come along when you can) and we'll be stay until 5.30 for anyone that has more questions.

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Teacher Network Events

Have a look at our upcoming Teacher Network events in a range of subjects and book your place.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

👩‍🏫 TEACHER NETWORKS 👨‍🏫 @ocrexams.bsky.social are co-hosting two teacher networks for the Cambridge Advanced Nationals in Applied Science and Human Biology at our Northern and Southern ambassador schools. 🆓 FREE 📅8th May and 19th June 🕓4-5.30pm Book now: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...

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Cambridge OCR @cambridgeocr.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Our subject advisors regularly share useful information to support your teaching in our blog pages. Take a look at our latest posts here: www.ocr.org.uk/blog/

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

So many insightful conversations, research and advocacy presented today that I can’t decide what to focus on first. Lots of recommendations and opportunities @rsc.org @ocrexams.bsky.social #inclusion #STEM #diversity #LGBT+ #seeittobeit

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

@ocrexams.bsky.social's first teacher network for AAQs has been confirmed for Human Biology and Applied Science: 📅 Thursday 8th May 🕓 4-5.30 pm 🏫 Queen Elizabeth High School, Hexham (our Northern AAQ Science Ambassador centre) 🆓FREE F2F event Book tickets now: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

PS 1st Human Biology SOW ready on Teach Cambridge, and the 1st Applied Science one will be there soon. These are written by expert teachers, comprehensive and pick-up-and-go, written with ECTs and non-specialists in mind. teachcambridge.org/item/a8356bf...

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Teach Cambridge | Resources to prepare learners for assessment

Teach Cambridge provides OCR teachers with access to resources and support. Browse & search set assignments, examiner reports, exemplars, past papers, training and other teaching resources.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Check out the specs and SAMs for Applied Science and Human Biology now bit.ly/41MNZ7c Book onto professional development to start your teaching journey with the Cambridge Advanced Nationals bit.ly/4ip0nQK

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

👍How can I help every student have their own investigation? 👍How can I keep coursework secure between sessions? 👍When do I need to be ready for moderation? 👍When will the schemes of work be ready? 👍How much of my current resources can I continue to use? ....

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

👍I have 3 lessons pw, my partner has 2. Who should teach the exam unit? 👍They are an ECT with some chemistry, I am an experienced biologist. What unit would be best? 👍When is best to teach environmental studies with the field work needed? 👍What does "supervised conditions" mean?

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

👍Do I need three teachers for Applied Science? 👍Who should teach the exam/NEA units? 👍Do I need to worry about practical endorsement? I've been helping teachers to answer these questions and more this week: come to our next webinar to ask yours! bit.ly/4gAmRg1 @ocrexams.bsky.social #AAQs

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Resharing because I forgot to tag @chatbiology.bsky.social @achilleosandri.bsky.social - could be really useful for bio teachers too!

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Join me on the 19th March for free webinar to ask questions about the new course, find out what resources we have and this is the most accessible and inclusive science course yet! teach.ocr.org.uk/cambridge-ad...

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Cambridge Advanced Nationals Webinars

Our webinars provide you with a summary of our new Level 3 qualifications - Cambridge Advanced Nationals. Book your free place now!

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Supported by detailed schemes of work, curriculum planners, candidate exemplars, online teacher training platform, professional development, practice papers and support guides for practical work and mathematics - all free to teachers!

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

📣Join me on Tuesday (11th) to talk about the new Cambridge Advanced National Human Biology course - resources, assessment, moderation and more. Accessible, inclusive, and exciting content! Book on now: bit.ly/4gAmRg1, Applied Science on the 19th. Review specs and SAMs here: bit.ly/41MNZ7c

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Fully recommend to all UK science teachers to contribute once again this year. So important to get a snapshot of what’s happening in classrooms.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Do get in touch if you have any questions. Our AAQs are inclusive, accessible, with updated content that teachers are excited to deliver. @ocrexams.bsky.social Thank you EiC for letting me contribute to the article.

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Amy Brewer @amybrewer.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

I had a great F2F with a school about whether the OCR Cambridge Advanced National in Applied Science was available for their students and the impact on staff with first teach this September. To ask your questions, join a webinar: teach.ocr.org.uk/cambridge-ad... or email science@ocr.org.uk

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