Matching up on AT1

Science Skills Progression Lines Steps 54-67 (GCSE 7-9)

All judgements should be “Professional Teacher Best Fit” and used to inform planning / next steps – Not isolated “Can Do - Matched Tick Lists”

Scale

Predictions & Planning

Practical Activity

Recording & Presenting

Analysing

Evaluating

Research and Communication

Key Word

St 54 – 58

7.0 – 7.9(A)

Quantitative prediction based on prior data from external sources or previous experiment. Explained by relevant complex scientific theory.

· Chooses molarities / mass of chemicals to use and predict product mass based on calculations / prior experiments.

Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and understanding and apply these correctly to both familiar and unfamiliar contexts

· Directly uses knowledge of activity to modify complex experiment on % yield during the activity

Tables / charts and formulae demonstrate integrated data analysis

· Averages / Means / % yield columns used effectively in tables

Uses accurate scientific terminology in experimentation

· Difference between accuracy & reliability

· Extrapolation / Prediction

· Mean / Mode / Median / Standard Dev

· % Yield / Molar Concentration

Tables / charts and formulae demonstrate integrated data analysis

· Implications from data are extended to other elements such as Extrapolated graphs and predictions for future

More refined proposals for improvement that recognise the science behind the suggestions and explains them fully

· Propose using slow motion camera to improve the accuracy of measurement

· Grind up the food source to ensure complete oxidation through increasing the surface area.

Confidently identifies “fake news” or potential bias in sources from the internet & explains concerns / limitations

· MMR story

· Dangers from radiation exaggeration or denial .

St 59 – 63

8.0 – 8.9(A*)

Evaluates a range of plans explaining potential risks / limits to accuracy / sources of error prior to the experiment.

· Explains the anticipated differences in actual yield vs Predicted yield prior to the experiment.

Makes complex quantities predictions and plans accordingly

· Chooses molarities / mass of chemicals to use and predict product mass based on calculations / prior experiments

Able to carry out challenging practical work that involves care and attention to detail in order to produce meaningful results

· Potometer experiments

· Collecting gas underwater over time

· Hydrogen Peroxide & Liver experiments

Use a range of mathematical skills to perform complex scientific calculations

· Extrapolation to determine rate limitation prior to arrival at plateau

· 2 step mathematical application in formulae to calculate work done

Eg using two separate formulae over two parts to a question.

Critically analyse qualitative & quantitative data to draw logical, well-evidenced conclusions

· Descriptions of woodlice behaviour observed in field trip alongside the reliability of numbers evidenced from choice chamber experiment.

· Relationship of Type 2 diabetes numbers with observations of behaviour and sales data of chocolate etc.

Critically evaluate and refine methodologies, offering improvements to address a range of potential limitations of evidence.

· 3 quality improvements based on evidence such as

· use of video cameras,

· extending the range

· and changing the substrate

in order to improve the data reliability and answer the question with more confidence

Critically evaluate the validity of scientific conclusions from a range of sources

· Positives and limitations of any claims and counterclaims on a specific area

Eg American, Chinese, Indian and European views on strategies to cope with global warming.

Exceptional Awareness and Application

St 64 – 67

9.0 – 9.6 (A**)

Predict and explain fully thinking in a double cross experiment

· Doubling the concentration of the acid will double the rate until acid is in excess…….. because ………) (explanation involving particles / Limiting factors & second variable eg Mass - magnesium)

Fair test plan including two factors changing in a double cross experiment

· Fair test that allows one experiment to investigate two variables eg Mass of magnesium and concentration of acid

Independently and accurately carry out complex investigations recording in a systematic manner even complex data

· Carry out a double cross Fair test that investigate two variables

eg Mass of magnesium & concentration of acid at the same time. Effectively controlling variables in two directions.

Volume of H2 / min using different temperatures and concentrations of acid

Temp

0C

Concentration of Acid in Moles

0.1

0.2

0.3

0.4

0.5

10

20

30

40

50

Present complex data effectively using all appropriate methodology / Maths skills

· Eg multiple line of best fit with Keys and outliers identified

Outstanding analysis of qualitative & quantitative data to draw very well evidenced conclusions

· Complex potometer experiments involving extrapolation and a range of assumptions that need identifying and deciding their relative importance.

Outstanding capacity to identify and explain key arguments and counter claims as well as their limitations / relative importance.

· Complexities involved in the differences between actual yield and theoretical yield and how to improve them.

· Analysing complex data from F1 trials and proposing ideas for next upgrade

Complex internet searches to find specific and relevant information combined with the skills and confidence to use this information effectively.

· independently & quickly find answers / evidence / to counter / to reinforce claims made by others.

Science Knowledge & Understand Progression Lines Steps 49-67 (GCSE 6-9)

All judgements should be “Professional Teacher Best Fit” and used to inform planning / next steps – Not isolated “Can Do - Matched Tick Lists”

Scale

Cells

Interdependence

Particles

Forces

Energy

Science In Society

Key Word

St 49 - 53

6.0 – 6.9(B)

Regularly apply cells theory in new and unfamiliar contexts. Regularly link Cells theory to Energy / Particles / Forces etc

· Explain the importance of respiration in cell / energy and particle terms.

· Explain patterns in cell growth such as that in progress of a disease and the immune response

· Unusual types of cells in plants such as spongy mesophyll xylem and phloem

· Fully explains factors affecting rates of diffusion in lungs / placenta / roots.

Regularly apply interdependence theory in new and unfamiliar contexts. regularly link independence to Energy / Cells / Forces etc

· Explain the mathematical reasons that energy is “lost” down a food chain and the importance of this.

· Explain the steps in respect to survival of the fittest and selective breeding

· Explain global warming in complex terms analysing a range of evidence

Regularly apply particle theory in new and unfamiliar contexts. regularly link Particle theory to Energy / Cells / Forces etc

· Explain mathematical relationship of pressure & volume in particle terms.

· Recognise patterns of electrons relating to the position on the periodic table

· Fully explains factors affecting rates of diffusion in lungs / placenta / roots.

Regularly apply Forces theory in new and unfamiliar contexts. Begin to link force theory to Cells / Energy / Particles etc

· Explain mathematical relationship involved in moments & turning forces

· Regularly use formulae in multi-step forces calculation questions

· Recognise patterns of electrons relating to the position on the periodic table

· Fully explains factors affecting rates of diffusion in lungs / placenta / roots.

Regularly apply Energy theory in new and unfamiliar contexts. Begin to link Energy theory to Particles / Cells / Forces etc

· Regularly use formulae in multi-step Energy calculation questions

Eg Work done and efficiency

· Carry out mathematical calculation of energy eg food / moving object.

· Explain factors affecting the rates of conduction / convection / radiation.

· Explain energy and electrons relating to series and parallel circuits.

Demonstrate a balanced view backed up by scientific evidence for or against a particular development / decision.

· Complex ideas

Eg Genetic Engineering

Eg Safety of mobile phones

· The impact & potential solutions to the problems of global warming

· The choice of material used in the making of specific products.

Critical and very detailed approach

St 54 – 58

7.0 – 7.9(A)

Able to apply cell theory / system theory to human biology and health in an integrated manner

· Links between enzymes / respiration / Cell growth and control in cancers

· How Immunity works at a surface protein level & similarity to enzymes

· The nature and potential of Stem Cells in medical treatments

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform Biological complex calculations in relatively familiar contexts

· Calculations such as Enzyme rates etc

· Interpretation of heart trace and relation to pressure in ventricles

Primarily accurate Biological terminology

Able to apply interdependence theory in an integrated manner to complex problems / unexpected environmental outcomes.

· Analysis of the spread of disease such as an Ebola outbreak proposing strategies for the WHO / Countries

· Benefits & concerns relating to cloning and genetic engineering of crops.

Use of a range of maths skills to perform complex Environmental calculations in relatively familiar contexts

· Calculations such as those related to efficiency vs animal welfare concerns for intensive farming & price in shops

Primarily accurate ecology terminology

Able to apply Particle theory in an integrated manner to complex questions

· Osmotic pressure in potatoes

· Diffusion across semi permeable membranes to explain biological phenomena

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex particle calculations in relatively familiar contexts

· Surface Area to Volume ratios and implications relating to organisms.

Primarily accurate Chemistry terminology

Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of forces.

· Applied forces in engineering problems

· Applied forces in biological problems.

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Forces calculations in relatively familiar contexts

· Calculations involved in work done where data from a previous question is needed in the follow up question

· Complex Pressure & hydraulics calculation

Primarily accurate Physics terminology

Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of energy

· Able to propose innovative strategies to improve the efficiency of a motor

· Able to link biological systems, chemical and / or physical changes such as those involved in enzyme activity reducing activation energy

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Energy calculations in relatively familiar contexts

· Calculations involved in biological situation that is then applied to other organisms / situations

Primarily accurate Physics terminology

Uses accurate scientific terminology and is able to recognise when inaccurate or biased terminology has had an impact.

· Eg a politician using science inappropriately such as in the greenhouse debate

· Eg both sides of the argument distorting the interpretation of data to suit their desired outcome

Can evaluate several sources of data and information and compile detailed conclusions based on the evidence.

· Eg considered views about what governments should be doing regarding gene therapy

St 59 – 63

8.0 – 8.9(A*)

Demonstrate relevant & comprehensive knowledge & understanding of Cell and Human Biology & apply this to both familiar & unfamiliar contexts

· Loop of Henle & counter current diffusion implications

· How a nerve agent / snake venom might work and potential symptoms

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Biological calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts

· Calculations eg nerve impulse speeds

· Complex Genetics Calculations

Uses accurate Biological terminology

Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge & understanding of Ecology & apply to both familiar & unfamiliar contexts

· Analysis of a complex ecological site to propose best sustainable options.

· Able to debate effectively about the dangers and benefits of genetic modification of crops

Use of a range of maths skills to perform complex Environmental calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts

· Calculations involved in Chi-square tests

· Complex population data analysis

Uses accurate Environmental terminology

Demonstrate relevant & comprehensive knowledge & understanding of Chemistry & apply to both familiar & unfamiliar contexts

· Complex bonding in Benzene and reasons for stability / extra energy

· Hydrogen bonding and its importance for water as a stable solvent.

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex particle calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts

· Complex calculations predicting mass of product / % Yield from equations using data from previous molarity question

Uses accurate Chemistry terminology

Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of forces & apply to both familiar & unfamiliar contexts

· Applied forces in engineering problems

· Forces involved in complex unfamiliar contexts such as kidney / Hovercraft.

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Forces calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts

· Complex Pressure and hydraulics calculations which rely on double stage applied forces formulae

Uses accurate Physical Science terminology

Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of energy & apply to both familiar & unfamiliar contexts

· Able to propose innovative strategies to improve the efficiency of a motor

· Able to link biological systems, chemical and / or physical changes such as those involved in enzyme activity reducing activation energy

Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Energy calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts

· Calculations involved in biological situation that is then applied to impact of life on the moon / other planets

Uses accurate scientific terminology and is able to recognise when inaccurate or biased terminology has had an impact.

· Eg a politician using science inappropriately such as in the greenhouse debate

· Eg both sides of the argument distorting the interpretation of data to suit their desired outcome

Can evaluate several sources of data and information and compile detailed conclusions based on the evidence.

· Eg considered views about what governments should be doing regarding gene therapy

Exceptional Awareness and Application

St 64 – 67

9.0 – 9.6 (A**)

Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of Cell and Human Biology close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar contexts

· Structure of organelles

· Enzyme Kinetics

Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of ecology issues close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar contexts

· Full evaluation of a complex ecological issues to propose best sustainable options with evidence to support.

· Able to debate in considerable detail about the dangers and benefits of genetic modification of crops.

Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding Chemistry close to A-Level Standards & apply to unfamiliar contexts

· Complex bonding in Benzene and reasons for stability / extra energy

· Hydrogen bonding and its importance in proteins / DNA / Antibodies etc

Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of the role of forces close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar contexts

· Eg Comparison of subatomic forces strengths and comparing this to bond energy levels to predict other bond energy values in new situations

Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of the role of energy close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar contexts

Innovative research and analysis rarely seen at GCSE level

· Eg Systematic analysis of a range of ideas and research to find answers / evidence in support of various strands of thought

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