Assisted conception
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the methods and considerations of assisted conception.
Key learning points
- Assisted conception includes methods like IVF and artificial insemination.
- The IVF process involves stimulating the ovaries, egg retrieval, fertilisation and embryo transfer.
- Considerations include the welfare of the child and parental rights.
Keywords
IVF - in vitro fertilisation, a process by which an egg is fertilised by sperm outside the body
Artificial insemination - a process of introducing sperm into a female's reproductive system by non-natural means
Embryo transfer - the placement of an embryo into the uterus to establish a pregnancy
Common misconception
Assisted conception is only for older women.
Assisted conception is used for various medical reasons and is not limited by age, though age can be a factor in success rates.
Teacher tip
Please consult your RSHE lead or DSL before teaching this lesson as there might be pupils in your classroom who were conceived through assisted conception.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which word means the release of eggs from the ovaries?
Q2.Complete the sentence with the missing word: is when menstruation permanently stops.
Q3.Which of the following statements is true?
Q4.At approximately what age does a female's fertility begin to decline?
Q5.Which of the following are the signs of perimenopause?
Q6.Put the following events in relation to a woman's fertility in order, starting with the earliest.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.IVF stands for fertilisation.
Q2.Which of the following are methods of assisted conception?
Q3.Which of the following happens first in the IVF process?
Q4.Match the IVF stage to its correct description.
hormones encourage egg production
collecting mature eggs from ovaries
sperm and egg are combined in a lab
placing the embryo in the uterus
Q5.Which of the following is a common consideration about assisted conception?
Q6.Success rates for assisted conception can be affected by factors like...
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