This term in their Science lessons, Year 11 have been learning about magnets and electromagnets. They had two lessons to plan and implement an investigation to test the hypothesis 'an electromagnet can be made stronger by changing the core, the number of coils and the voltage'. Students had to complete three mini investigations before they could decide if the hypothesis was correct. They also had to think about the validity of their results and consider any anomalous results. 

Students used critical thinking and problem-solving skills whilst gaining a deeper understanding of physics concepts.  They worked in teams gaining collaborative skills and learning how to communicate with each other effectively as they shared ideas and respected differing viewpoints.  Understanding how electromagnets work is directly relevant to technology and engineering fields, potentially inspiring future careers in STEM.  Students can see the impact of electromagnetism in everyday technology, from MRI machines to electric motors.  As well as being an important part of the GCSE curriculum this investigation can spark curiosity and inspire students to explore further studies in physics, engineering, and technology-related fields!