Scientific Studies
School assessment
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Stage 1
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Assessment Type 1: Inquiry Folio
The Scientific Studies inquiry folio is assessed by the school.
Assessment Type 2: Collaborative Inquiry
The Scientific Studies collaborative inquiry 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: Inquiry Folio (50%)
The Scientific Studies inquiry folio is assessed by the school and moderated at Stage 2. Teachers select moderation samples and submit materials online.
Assessment Type 2: Collaborative Inquiry (20%)
The Scientific Studies collaborative inquiry 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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