Biology
School assessment
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Stage 1
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Assessment Type 1: Investigations Folio
The Biology investigations folio is assessed by the school.
Practical Investigation
For each investigation, students present an individual report.Science as a Human Endeavour Investigation
Students investigate a contemporary example of how science interacts with societyAssessment Type 2: Skills and Applications Tasks
The Biology skills and applications tasks assessment type is assessed by the school.
At Stage 1, schools set assessment weightings. For setting relative assessment types and weightings, and guidelines for using grades and performance standards to assess student achievement, see Assessment and reporting guidelines [PDF 148KB]
To ensure academic integrity, assessment must be based on the work students have produced without undue assistance from other people or sources. See Supervision and verification of student work.
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Stage 2
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Assessment Type 1: Investigations Folio (30%)
The Biology investigations folio is assessed by the school and moderated at Stage 2. Teachers select moderation samples and submit materials online.
Practical Investigation
For each investigation, students present an individual report.Science as a Human Endeavour Investigation
Students investigate a contemporary example of how science interacts with societySee Supervision and verification of student work.
Assessment Type 2: Skills and Applications Tasks (40%)
The Biology skills and applications tasks assessment type is assessed by the school and moderated at Stage 2. Teachers select moderation samples and submit materials online.
To ensure academic integrity, assessment must be based on the work students have produced without undue assistance from other people or sources. See Supervision and verification of student work.
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