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Year 10 Assessment Handbook 1 | P a g e

YEAR 10

ASSESSMENT

SCHEDULES

Each course Assessment Schedule indicates the syllabus outcomes, course components and weightings, the task type and due date (Term and Week)

Often a number of outcomes can be addressed by a single task

Not all outcomes are assessed with each task

Any variations to syllabus outcomes or tasks set for each course will be provided by the Class Teacher in writing giving two weeks’ notice of a change

For further information on assessment schedules for the courses the Class Teacher or Head Teacher of the subject should be contacted

(available online at www.glenwood-h.schools.nsw.edu.au)



Final mark for the year is made up from ALL assessment tasks described below.

The final grade will be calculated from this mark.

Assessment Schedule

Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight

1 Multimodal Presentation

Term 1 Week 9 15

2 Half-Yearly Examination: Paper (Reading & Creative Response)

Term 2 Week 4 20

3 Discursive Essay (Appropriations) Term 2 Week 9 15

4 Language Analysis (Shakespeare) Term 3 Week 9 10

5 Yearly Examination (Reading & Critical Response)

Term 4 Week 3 25

6

Reading to Write- Fragmented Connections

Reading to Write

Ongoing 15

English

Report Outcomes Semester 1

Effectively communicates ideas through a multimodal

reads analytically and responds critically to written and visual texts

displays an effective control of sustained written imaginative text

displays a commitment to learning, and reflects on personal learning skills

Semester 2

reads interpretively, analyses and responds critically to a Shakespearean text

explains and evaluates the effectiveness of language and other features used in visual and written texts

composes a sustained, analytical response to set texts

makes a commitment to engage in the learning process through positive classroom participation and completion of coursework



Mathematics Report Outcomes

5.1 course 5.2 course 5.3 course

Semester 1

Applies trigonometry, given diagrams, to solve problems, including problems involving angles of elevation and depression.

Solve financial problems involving earning, spending and investing money

Solve complex linear, quadratic and simple cubic equations

Calculates area and surface area of composite shapes

Applies formulas to calculate the volumes of composite solids composed of prisms

Applies trigonometry to solve problems, including problems involving bearings

Calculates the volume of right prisms, cylinder and related composite solids

Simplifies algebraic fractions, and expand and factorises quadratic expressions

Draws, interprets and analyses graphs of physical phenomena

Interprets very small and very large units of measurement, using scientific notation, and round to significant figures

Solve linear equations and inequations and simple quadratic equations

Investigates the relationship between numerical variables using line of best fit, and explore how data is used in decision making processes

Semester 2

Determine the midpoint, gradient and length of an interval and graphs linear relationships

Applies trigonometry to solve problems, including problems involving bearings

Sketches and interprets a variety of non-linear relationships

Compares sets of data, and evaluates sources of data.

Uses the gradient-intercept form to interpret and graph linear relationships

Calculate angle sum of any polygon and prove triangles are congruent or similar using formal geometric reasoning

Graphs simple non-linear relationships

Calculate probabilities in multi-step chance experiments

Describes an sketches polynomials and applies the factor and remainder theorems to solve problems

Solve financial problems involving earning, spending and investing money

Connects algebraic and graphical representation of simple nonlinear relationships

Uses function notation to describe and sketch functions

Uses statistical displays to compare sets of data and evaluate statistical claims

Calculates angle sum of polygons and prove triangles are congruent or similar

Uses the definition of a logarithm to establish and apply the laws of logarithms

Assessment mark and rank is made up from assessment tasks described below. The final grade will be calculated from this mark. Please note: Dates, content, frequency and type of assessment may change, but students will receive a 2 week notification before every assessment.

Assessment Schedule

Semester Assessment Task Due Date %

Weight

1 Term 1 Test Term 1, Week 7/8 50%

Half Yearly Examination Term 2, Week 4 50%

2 Term 3 Assessment/Assignment Term 3, Week 4-8 50%

Yearly Examination Term 4, Week 3 50%

Please note: Yearly reports of Year 10 5.2 and Year 10 5.3 courses may show the overall mark and grade as an average of Semester 1 and Semester 2 results.



Science

Report Outcomes SKILLS (Semester 1 and Semester 2)

SC5-4WS - develops questions or hypotheses to be investigated scientifically

SC5-5WS - produces a plan to investigate identified questions, hypotheses or problems, Individually and collaboratively

SC5-7WS - processes, analyses and evaluates data from first-hand investigations and secondary sources to develop evidence based arguments and conclusions

SC5-6WS - undertakes first-hand investigations to collect valid and reliable data and information, individually and

collaboratively

SC5-8WS - applies scientific understanding and critical thinking skills to suggest possible solutions to identified problems

SC5-9WS - presents science ideas and evidence for a particular purpose and to a specific audience, using appropriate scientific language, conventions and representations

Semester 1 KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

SC5-17CW – discusses the importance of chemical reactions in the production of a range of substances o CW1d – identify that natural radioactivity arises from the decay of nuclei in atoms, releasing particles and

energy.

o CW2- the atomic structure and properties of elements are used to organise them in the Periodic Table

o CW4-different types of chemical reactions are used to produce a range of products and can occur at

different rates

SC5-10PW– applies models, theories and laws to explain situations involving energy, force and motion o PW2 – the motion of objects can be described and predicted using the laws of physics

Semester 2 KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

SC5-15LW – explains how biological understanding has advanced through scientific discoveries, technological

developments and the needs of society

o LW3 – advances in scientific understanding often rely on developments in technology, and technological

advances are often linked to scientific discoveries

o LW4- the theory of evolution by natural selection explains the diversity of living things and is supported by

a range of scientific evidence

SC5-12ES – describes changing ideas about the structure of the Earth and the universe to illustrate how models,

theories and laws are refined over time by the scientific community

o ES1 – scientific understanding, including models and theories, are contestable and are refined over time

through a process of review by the scientific community

Final mark and rank for the year is made up from ALL assessment tasks described below.

Assessment Schedule


1 First Hand Investigation Term 1 Weeks 4-8 25

2 Half Yearly Examination Term 2 Week 4 25

3 Yearly Assessment Term 3, Weeks 7 & 8 25

4 Second Hand Investigation Term 4 Week 1 25



History

Report Outcomes explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world

and Australia

explains and analyses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the historical contexts that shaped the modern world and Australia

uses relevant evidence from sources to support historical narratives, explanations and analyses of the modern world and Australia

identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry process

explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia

applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past


Assessment Schedule


1 Changing Rights and Freedoms – source analysis

Term 1 Week 6

or

Term 3 Week 6

30

2 Vietnam War

Term 2 Week 1 or

Term 4 Week 1

30

3 Course Examination

Term 2 Week 4 or

Term 4 Week 3

40

NB: Australian History is semesterised. As a result, students will be studying this course in either Semester 1 or Semester 2.



Geography

Report Outcomes Explains processes and influences that form and transform places and environments

Analyses the effect of interactions and connections between people, places and environments

Assesses management strategies for places and environments and their sustainability

Acquires and processes geographical information by selecting and using appropriate and relevant geographical tools for inquiry

Communicates geographical information to a arrange of audiences using a variety of strategies

Accounts for perspectives of people and organisations on a range of geographical issues

Geography is semesterised. Classes who study History in Semester 1 will study Geography in Semester 2 Classes who study Geography in Semester 1 will study History in Semester 2

Assessment Schedule

Task Assessment Task Due date; Semester 1

Due date; Semester 2

% Weight

1

Environmental Change and Management Research Report

Term 1, Week 5 Term 3, Week 3

30

2

Human Wellbeing research report

Term 1, Week 10

Term 3, Week 10

30

3

Course Examination

Term 2, Week 4

Term 4, Week 3

40

NB: Australian Geography is semesterised. As a result, students will be studying this course in either Semester 1 or

Semester 2.



Commerce


analyses the rights and responsibilities of individuals in a range of contexts

examines the role of law in society

analyses key factors affecting commercial and legal decisions

evaluates options for solving commercial and legal problems and issues Semester 2

applies consumer, financial, business, legal and employment concepts and terminology in a variety of contexts

researches and assesses commercial and legal information using a variety of sources

monitors and modifies the implementation of plans to solve commercial and legal problems and issues


Assessment Schedule


1 Employment Issues Term 1 Week 6 20

2 Half-Yearly Examination Term 2 Week 4 25

3 Political Involvement Term 3 Week 6 25

4 Yearly Examination Term 4 Week 3 30



Personal Development, Health & Physical Education


examines the consequences of risky behaviour on the individual and the community

analyses attitudes, behaviours and consequences related to health issues affecting young people

identifies factors that contribute to positive, inclusive and satisfying relationships

examines the relationship between risk factors, environment, laws and rules in determining road-user behaviour

Semester 2

adapts, transfers and improvises movement skills to improve performance

adopts roles and responsibilities in activities that promote and enhance group cohesion

confidently uses movement to satisfy personal needs and interests

examines the relationship between risk factors, environment, laws and rules in determining road-user behaviour


Assessment Schedule


1 Practical – participation and skills Term 3 & 4 50

2 Risky Business Task Term 1, Week 6 15

3 Half- Yearly Examination Term 2, Weeks 3and

4 20

3 Road safety Task Term 2, Week 7 5

4 Classwork Ongoing 10



Physical Activity and Sports Studies


demonstrates actions and strategies that contribute to enjoyable participation and skilful performance

displays management and planning skills to organise and conduct a coaching session

works collaboratively with others to enhance participation and performance

understand how to enhance participation and performance of others in physical activity and sport

Semester 2

compares general nutritional needs for health and physical activity

demonstrates actions and strategies that contribute to enjoyable participation and skilful performance

examines through research and practical participation how technology is used in a selected sport

identifies the widespread applications of technology in physical activity and sport

performs movement skills with increasing proficiency


Assessment Schedule


1 Coaching Task Term 1 Week 8 10


3 Nutrition and Sport Term 3 Week 6 10


5 Practical Ongoing 40

6 Effort and Participation Ongoing 20



L.O.T.E. - French


identifies purpose and distinguishes between main points and supporting detail in spoken French texts on familiar topics

selects, summarises and analyses information and ideas in written French texts

selects and incorporates particular structures to achieve spoken communication for specific purposes

manipulates structure, format and choice of vocabulary to express ideas in written texts on familiar topics

identifies and explains aspects of the culture of French-speaking communities in texts Semester 2

selects, summarises and analyses information and ideas in spoken French texts on familiar topics

identifies purpose and distinguishes between main points and supporting detail in written French texts on familiar topics

selects and manipulates particular structures to achieve specific communication goals

experiments with linguistic patterns and structures in French to convey information and to express own ideas

explains the interdependence of language and culture in a range of texts and contexts


Assessment Schedule


1 Listening In-Class Task Term 1 Week 10 15

2 Half-Yearly Examination (Reading 10%, Writing 5% & Speaking 5%)

Term 2 Week 4 20

3 Reading & Writing In-Class Task Term 3 Week 7 20

4 Speaking Task – Prepared Interview Term 4 Week 3 15

5 Yearly Examination (Reading 10%, Writing 5% & Listening 15%)

Term 4 Week 3 30



L.O.T.E. - Indonesian


identifies purpose and distinguishes between main points and supporting detail in spoken Indonesian texts on familiar topics

selects, summarises and analyses information and ideas in written Indonesian texts

selects and incorporates particular structures to achieve spoken communication for specific purposes

manipulates structure, format and choice of vocabulary to express ideas in written texts on familiar topics

identifies and explains aspects of the culture of Indonesian–speaking communities in texts

Semester 2

selects, summarises and analyses information and ideas in spoken Indonesian texts on familiar topics

identifies purpose and distinguishes between main points and supporting detail in written Indonesian texts on familiar topics

selects and manipulates particular structures to achieve specific communication goals

experiments with linguistic patterns and structures in Indonesian to convey information and to express own ideas

explains the interdependence of language and culture in a range of texts and contexts

Assessment Schedule


1 Listening Task in class Term 1 Week 10 15

2 Half -Yearly Exam

(Reading 10%, Writing 5% & Speaking 5%) Term 2 Weeks 4 20

3 Reading & Writing Task in class Term 3 Week 7 20

4 Speaking Task – Group discussion Term 4 Week 3 15

5 Yearly Exam

(Reading 10%, Writing 5% & Listening 15%) Term 4 Week 3 30




Food Technology

Semester 1

demonstrates hygienic handling of food to ensure a safe and appealing product

identifies, assesses and manages the risks of injury and OHS issues associated with the handling of food

plans, prepares, presents and evaluates food solutions for specific purposes

selects and employs appropriate techniques and equipment for a variety of food-specific purposes

applies appropriate methods of food processing, preparation and storage

Semester 2

applies appropriate methods of food processing, preparation and storage

collects, evaluates and applies information from a variety of sources

communicates ideas and information using a range of media and appropriate technology

evaluates the impact of activities related to food on the individual, society and the environment

describes the relationship between food consumption, the nutritive value of food and the health of individuals and communities


Assessment Schedule


1 WHS Research and Practical Term 1 Week 9 20


3 Product Design and Practical Term 2 Week 9 20

4 Food Equity Research Project Term 3 Week 8 20


6 Ongoing practical assessment Ongoing 10



Child Studies


designs and makes various practical items which are varied and cater for the specific needs of children

evaluates different play materials, strategies and equipment

communicates ideas and information using a range of media and appropriate technology between adult and children

generates and develops a range of strategies and resources that would promote children’s development

Semester 2

identifies how care provided for the child influences the development of young children

outlines how to provide a safe environment for a young child

displays a willingness to meet the individual needs of young children

generates and develops a range of strategies and resources that would promote children’s development

interacts with children in a positive, perceptive and tolerant manner


Assessment Schedule


1 Toy Design and Construction Term 1 Week 10 30

2 Half-Yearly Examination Term 2 Weeks 3 & 4 20

3 Children’s Story Book Term 3 Week 3 30




Graphics Technology


selects and justifies the application of appropriate software for a range of programs to a range of tasks

designs and produces a range of graphical presentations

uses different drafting media in the creation and presentation of architectural drawing

selects and justifies the application appropriate software to a range of tasks Semester 2

describes and applies problem-solving processes when creating solutions

communicates ideas, processes and solutions to a targeted audience

designs, produces and evaluates appropriate solutions to a range of challenging problems

manipulates and produces images using computer-based drafting and presentation technologies


Assessment Schedule


1 Module Drawings Ongoing 40

2 Model Making (Architectural) Term 1 Week 10 20

3 CAD Project Term 3 Week 6 20




Information and Software Technology




acquires and manipulates data and information in an ethical manner

communicates ideas, processes and solutions to a targeted audience Semester 2



critically analyses decision-making processes in a range of information and software solutions

describes and compares key roles and responsibilities of people in the field of information and software technology


Assessment Schedule


1 Internet and Website Development Term 1 Week 10 20

2 Half-Yearly Examination Term 2 Weeks 3 & 4 20

3 Software Development and Programming Term 3 Week 2 20

4 Robotics Assignment

Term 4 Week 4 20




COMMUNICATION and BROADCAST MEDIA STUDIES


selects and justifies the application of appropriate software programs to a range of tasks

selects, maintains and appropriately uses hardware for a range of tasks


justifies responsible practices and ethical use of information and software technology Semester 2

selects and justifies the application of appropriate software programs to a range of tasks

justifies responsible practices and ethical use of information and software technology

acquires and manipulates data and information in an ethical manner



Assessment Schedule


1 Website Term 1, Week 10

20

2 Social Media Assets Term 2, Week 5

20

3 Film, Radio and TV Term 3 Week 4

20

4 Portfolio Term 4, Week 3

30

5 Effort and Participation Ongoing 10



Industrial Technology –

Metal / Timber / Electronics / Engineering / Multimedia


applies OHS practices to hand tools, machine tools, equipment and processes

applies design principles in the modification, development and production of projects

applies and transfers acquired knowledge and skills to new learning experiences

describes, analyses and uses a range of current, new and emerging technologies and their various applications

Semester 2

applies OHS practices to hand tools, machine tools, equipment and processes

identifies, selects and competently uses a range of hand and machine tools, equipment and processes

selects, applies and interprets a range of suitable communication techniques in the development of projects

describes, analyses and evaluates the impact of technology on society, the environment


Assessment Schedule


1 Research Task Term 1 Week 8 10

2 Practical Work Ongoing 60

3 Project Portfolio Term 3 Week 7 15




Design and Technology


analyses and applies a range of design concepts and processes

evaluates and explains the impact of past, current and emerging technologies on society

analyses the work and responsibilities of designers and the factors affecting their work

develops and evaluates innovative, enterprising and creative design ideas and solutions

Semester 2

applies and justifies an appropriate process of design when developing design ideas

uses appropriate techniques when communicating design ideas and solutions

selects and applies management strategies when developing design solutions

applies risk management practices and works safely in developing quality design solutions

selects and uses a range of technologies developing design solutions

Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.

Assessment Schedule


1 Analysing Design Term 1 Week 9 15

2 Prototype Development Term 2 Week 8 30

3 Design Folio Term 3 Week 8 40




iSTEM


Applies cognitive processes to address real world STEM based problems in a variety of contexts

Identifies and uses a range of technologies in the development of solutions to STEM based problems

Applies a range of communication techniques in the presentation of research and design solutions

Describes how scientific and mechanical concepts relate to technological and engineering practice

Semester 2

Demonstrates initiative, entrepreneurship, resilience and cognitive flexibility through the completion of practical STEM based activities

Critically evaluates innovative, enterprising and creative solutions

Demonstrates an appreciation of the value of STEM in the world in which they live

Understands the importance of working collaboratively, cooperatively and respectfully in the completion of STEM activities


Assessment Schedule


1 Engineering Prosthetic Presentation Term 2, Week 4 20

2 Disaster-Proof Housing Presentation Term 3, Week 10 25

3 Targeted Rockets Term 4, Week 5 15

4 STEM Logbook Continuous 40



Drama


demonstrates the ability to practically realise a design concept in relation to promotional material

researches, reflects on and explains the ways in which dramatic meaning is conveyed through promotional material

uses vocal, movement and performance skills effectively in scripted performance

records and reflects upon the process of developing and rehearsing a scripted performance

participates willingly and effectively in class workshops

Semester 2

creates convincing situations and characters through improvisation and play-building

reflects on the process, development, and contributions of individuals, in a group devised performance

analyses the meaning and function of elements of drama and theatre in a theatre review

participates willingly and effectively in class workshops

Final mark for the year is made up from ALL assessment tasks described below.

Assessment Schedule


1 Poster Design + Rationale Term 1 Week 9 25

2 Scripted Performance + Logbook Term 2 Week 10 30

3 Playbuilding Performance + Logbook Term 3 Week 9 25

4 Theatre Review Term 4 Week 5 20



DANCE


demonstrates an understanding of safe dance practice and appropriate dance technique with increasing skill and complexity in the performance of combinations sequences and dances

describes and analyses dance as the communication of ideas within a context

demonstrates an understanding and application of aspects of performance quality and interpretation through performance

identifies and analyses the link between their performances and compositions and dance works of art

Semester 2

demonstrates enhanced dance technique by manipulating aspects of the elements of dance

explores the elements of dance as the basis of the communication of ideas

composes and structures dance movement that communicates an idea

applies understandings and experiences drawn from their own work and dance works of art

describes and analyses dance as the communication of ideas within a context


Assessment Schedule


1 Safe Dance Examination Term 1 Week 10 15

2 Modern Dance Term 2 Week 4 30

3 Dance on Film Term 3, Week 9 25

4 Dance Analysis- Bangara Term 4 Week 3 15

5 MADDNESS Term 4 Week 3 15



MUSIC


performs repertoire with increasing levels of complexity in a range of musical styles demonstrating an understanding of the musical concepts

performs repertoire in a range of styles and genres demonstrating interpretation of musical notation and the application of different types of technology

performs music selected for study with appropriate stylistic features demonstrating solo and ensemble awareness

demonstrates an understanding of the musical concepts through improvising, arranging and composing in the styles or genres of music selected for study and their notation

notates own compositions, applying forms of notation appropriate to the music selected for study

uses different forms of technology in the composition process

Semester 2

performs repertoire with increasing levels of complexity in a range of musical styles demonstrating an understanding of the musical concepts

demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through the analysis, comparison, and critical discussion of music from different stylistic, social, cultural and historical contexts

demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through aural identification, discrimination, memorisation and notation in the music selected for study

demonstrates an understanding of musical literacy through the appropriate application of notation, terminology, and the interpretation and analysis of scores used in the music selected for study

demonstrates an understanding of the influence and impact of technology on music


Assessment Schedule


1 Composition Task Term 1, Week 6 25

2 Performance Task Term 2, Week 5 25

3 Musicology Viva Voce Term 3, Week 6 25

4 Aural Skills Exam Term 4, Weeks 4 - 5 25



VISUAL ARTS


investigates the world as a source of ideas, concepts and subject matter in the visual arts

makes artworks informed by their understanding of the function of relationships between artist- artwork- world- audience

demonstrates developing technical accomplishment and refinement in making artworks.

uses their understanding of the function of and relationships between artists- artwork- world- audience in critical and historical interpretations of art

demonstrates how art criticism and art history construct meanings

Semester 2

makes artworks informed by their understanding of how the frames affect meaning

develops range and autonomy in selecting & applying visual arts conventions and procedures to make artworks

makes informed choices to develop and extend concepts and different meanings in their artwork

demonstrates developing technical accomplishment and refinement in making artworks

applies their understanding of aspects of practice to critical and historical interpretations of art


Assessment Schedule


1 Case Study/ Presentation Term 1 Week 9 20

2 VAPD/ Body of Work Term 2 Week 6 25

3 VAPD/ Body of Work Term 4 Week 6 35




VISUAL DESIGN


develops range and autonomy in selecting & applying visual design conventions and procedures to make designed works and document their ideas in their V.D.P.D.

makes designed works informed by their understanding of the function and relationship between the artist – artwork – world and audience

investigates the world as a source of ideas, concepts and subject matter

makes informed choices to develop and extend concepts and different meanings to develop design ideas

demonstrates developing technical accomplishments and refinement in making designed pieces

applies their understanding of aspects of practice to critically and historically interpret art and designed works

applies their understanding of the function of and relationship between the designer – world – audience in critical and historical interpretations of design

constructs different critical and historical accounts of designed artwork

Semester 2

develops range and autonomy in selecting & applying visual design conventions and procedures to make designed works and document their ideas in their V.D.P.D.

makes artworks informed by their understanding of the function and relationship between the artist – artwork – world and audience

investigates the world as a source of ideas, concepts and subject matter

makes informed choices to develop and extend concepts and different meanings to develop design ideas

demonstrates developing technical accomplishments and refinement in making designed pieces

applies their understanding of aspects of practice to critically and historically interpret art and designed works

applies their understanding of the function of and relationship between the designer – world – audience in critical and historical interpretations of design

constructs different critical and historical accounts of designed artwork


Assessment Schedule


1 Case Study Term 1 Week 9 20

2 Portfolio and VDPD review Semester 1 Term 2 Week 2 30

3 Portfolio and VDPD review Semester 2 Term 4 Week 5 30

4 Case Study Term 4 Week 5 20



PHOTOGRAPHIC AND DIGITAL MEDIA


develops range and autonomy in selecting & applying photographic & digital conventions and procedures to make photographic & digital media works

selects appropriate procedures and techniques to make and refine photographic & digital works

applies their understanding of aspects of practice to critical and historical interpretations of photographic & digital works in a case study assignment

constructs critical and historical accounts of photographic & digital works in an examination

Semester 2

makes informed choices to develop and extend concepts and different meanings in photographic & digital works based on the concepts of design and composition

selects appropriate procedures and techniques through a series of technique activities

uses the frames to make different interpretations of photographic & digital works

uses the conceptual framework to make different interpretations of photographic & digital works

applies their understanding of aspects of practice to critical and historical interpretations of photographic & digital works in a case study assignment

displays an understanding of critical and historical accounts of photographic & digital works in an examination


Assessment Schedule


1 Photographic and Digital Media Portfolio Term 2 30

2 Case Study Term 2 20

3 Photographic and Digital Media Portfolio Term 4 30

4 Yearly Examination - Theory Term 4 Week 5 20



Appendices



GLOSSARY OF KEY WORDS

Syllabus outcomes, objectives, performance bands and examination questions have key words that state what students are expected to be able to do. Using the glossary will help you to understand what is expected in responses to examinations and assessment tasks.

Account Account for: state reasons for, report on. Narrate a series of events or transactions

Analyse Identify components and the relationship between them; draw out and relate implications

Apply Use, utilise, employ in a particular situation

Appreciate Make a judgement about the value of

Assess Make a judgment of value, quality, outcomes, results or size

Calculate Ascertain/determine from given facts, figures or information

Clarify Make clear or plain

Classify Arrange or include in classes/categories

Compare Show how things are similar or different

Construct Make; build; put together items or arguments

Contrast Show how things are different or opposite

Critically (analysis/evaluate)

Add a degree or level of accuracy depth, knowledge and understanding, logic, questioning, reflection and quality to (analyse/evaluation)

Deduce Draw conclusions

Define State meaning and identify essential qualities

Demonstrate Show by example

Describe Provide characteristics and features

Discuss Identify issues and provide points for and/or against

Distinguish Recognise or note/indicate as being distinct or different from; to note differences between

Evaluate Make a judgement based on criteria; determine the value of

Examine Inquire into

Explain Relate cause and effect; make the relationships between things evident; provide why and/or how

Extract Choose relevant and/or appropriate details

Extrapolate Infer from what is known

Identify Recognise and name

Interpret Draw meaning from

Investigate Plan, inquire into and draw conclusions about

Justify Support an argument or conclusion

Outline Sketch in general terms; indicate the main features of

Predict Suggest what may happen based on available information

Propose Put forward (for example a point of view, idea, argument, suggestion) for consideration or action

Recall Present remembered ideas, facts or experiences

Recommend Provide reasons in favour

Recount Retell a series of events

Summarise Express, concisely, the relevant details

Synthesise Putting together various elements to make a whole



General Performance Descriptors

The general performance descriptors describe performance at each of five grade levels:

A

The student has an extensive knowledge and understanding of the content and can readily apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has achieved a very high level of competence in the processes and skills and can apply these skills to new situations.

B

The student has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the content and a high level of competence in the processes and skills. In addition, the student is able to apply this knowledge and these skills to most situations.

C

The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills.

D

The student has a basic knowledge and understanding of the content and has achieved a limited level of competence in the processes and skills.

E

The student has an elementary knowledge and understanding in few areas of the content and has achieved very limited competence in some of the processes and skills.

N Determination

Where “N” appears in place of an A to E grade opposite a course, the student has failed to meet one or more of the following requirements:

a) followed the course developed by the Board of Studies; b) applied themselves with diligence and sustained effort to

the set tasks and experiences provided in the course by the school;

c) achieved some or all of the course outcomes.



Appeal Process

All assessments are compulsory for all students and students must be in attendance at school for the whole day to submit or sit these tasks. Students must arrive on time to school on the day of an assessment task. Otherwise, they may be deemed to have the unfair advantage of additional preparation time.

If an assessment task is missed, is overdue or any other anomaly arises, the Assessment Task Appeal process MUST be followed. Any student in these circumstances receives a ZERO mark until proven otherwise. Any decision made outside of this process is invalid and unfair.

If you cannot attend school on the day of an assessment task to submit, or perform, the task in person due to a ‘valid’ reason you must do the following:

1. Ring the school on the day and let the office know your name, the course in which you have an assessment task and the reason you will not be at school.

2. Collect an Assessment Task Appeal form from the Deputy Principal before school on the first morning of your return to school.

3. Complete the Assessment Task Appeal form, filling in all details, outlining your reasons and adding all documentation or evidence from a medical professional or other relevant person, e.g. counsellor, Justice of the Peace or police officer. (In the case of illness, medical professionals should describe the student’s symptoms and describe how these symptoms could prevent the student’s attendance at school to complete/submit an assessment task.) A parent signature must be on each form before it is processed.

4. Give the completed and (parent/carer) signed Assessment Task Appeal form to the Deputy Principal before school on the next day. On the day of your return, discuss with the Head Teacher of the subject concerned when you will do the missed task or a substitute task. If it is an in-class or hard copy task, you must be prepared to do the task or a substitute task on the day you return or at a time arranged by the Head Teacher. If it is a Turnitin task, it is expected that the student will have made the relevant submission as outlined on the assessment task. Return to school when you are best ready to perform well on such tasks. The result of your efforts on this task will depend on the success of your appeal. If it is not successful, a ZERO mark stands.

5. The Deputy Principal makes a written recommendation and attaches copies of any documentation to the completed appeal form. This is then given back to you and it is your responsibility to give this form to the appropriate Head Teacher.

6. In the case of an unsuccessful appeal, the Classroom Teacher will notify the parents in writing of the ZERO mark. If successful, the completed assessment task will be marked as usual and the mark will stand. If a student is physically unable to complete a task (e.g., an accident), the Head Teacher will estimate a mark for that task in line with other proven performances.

Remember that if you do not complete or submit an assessment task on the due date and your appeal is unsuccessful, you will receive ZERO marks for the task and you will be seen as not satisfying the course completion criteria for the value and nature of that assessment task.

NO APPEAL FORM = ZERO MARKS

THE TASK MUST STILL BE COMPLETED

If you fail to complete tasks you may receive an N-determination for that course and may not be allowed to commence Year 11 studies.



ASSESSMENT TASK / EXAMINATION APPEAL

Student name: _______________________Grade: ________ Date of appeal: __ / __ / ____

TYPE of APPEAL:

SCHOOL APPROVED ACTIVITY ILLNESS / ACCIDENT

MALPRACTICE MISADVENTURE

TYPE of TASK:

SUBMITTED IN-CLASS EXAMINATION

Reason for Appeal: Student’s signature: ______________________ Parent/carer’s signature: ______________________

Subject Task / Examination Teacher Date Issued Date Due

EVIDENCE PROVIDED: medical certificate statutory declaration other (please specify) ______________________________________________

NB: All documentation in support of your appeal must be attached

PRINCIPAL OR DELEGATED OFFICER ONLY

The appeal IS / IS NOT approved

Comments:

Signed (Principal/Deputy Principal): Date: __ / __ /

_____

ORIGINAL / STUDENT FILE FACULTY COPY STUDENT COPY

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SAMPLE OF THE OFFICIAL WARNING LETTER

NON-COMPLETION OF A STAGE 5 COURSE

Dear Mr / Mrs Date:

2017

The purpose of this letter is to inform you that your child/ward ,is in danger of receiving an ‘N’ determination for

non-completion of course requirements in . This determination will mean that he/she will not receive a result

in this course and it may affect his/her eligibility regarding the completion of Year 10.

The Board of Studies requires schools to issue students with official warnings in order to give them the opportunity to correct

the problem. Please regard this letter as the official warning we have issued concerning . A minimum

of two course-specific warnings must be issued prior to a final ‘N’ determination being made for a course. The following

information specifies those areas where your child is failing to meet Board of Studies requirements.

The satisfactory completion of the course requires principals to have sufficient evidence that the student has:

(a) followed the course developed or endorsed by the Board; and

(b) applied themselves with diligence and sustained effort to the set tasks and experiences provided in the course by the

school; and

(c) achieved some or all of the course outcomes.

He/she has not to date met ( ).

The following list notifies you of tasks or course outcomes not yet completed and/or for which a genuine attempt has not

been made. In order for him/her to satisfy course requirements, the following tasks or course requirements need to be

satisfactorily completed:

TASK/COURSE REQUIREMENTS Percent

weighting

Date task

was due

Date to be

completed by

The Head Teacher whose signature appears below will interview your child. Please discuss this most important matter with

your child and contact the school if further information is needed.

_________________________________ _________________________________

Mr / Mrs Mr / Mrs

Class Teacher Head Teacher

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Please detach and return to the appropriate Head Teacher

Non-Completion of a Stage 5 Course

I have received the letter dated _______________ indicating that ______________________is in danger of not satisfactorily

completing the course requirements in _________________. I am aware that this course may not appear on the Record of

School Achievement and that the ‘N’ determination may make him/her ineligible to complete Year 10.

Parent/Caregiver Signature………………………………. Date …………………….

Student’s Signature …………………………………….. Date …………….………

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Assessment Calendar

WEEK

TERM 1

TERM 2

TERM 3

TERM 4

1

2

3

Year 10 Semester 1 Examinations

4

5

Year 10 Semester 2 Examinations

6

Year 10 Work Experience

7

8

Australian Business Week (ABW)

9

15th September – Year 11, 2019 Subject Selection

Interviews

10

2nd July – Year 11, 2019 Subject Selection Night



Notes: 1. Complete when you receive your booklet. 2. If you feel there are too many assessment tasks in one week, you need to see the teachers or Head Teachers concerned, when you receive this booklet.

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