The assessment for this unit will include skills and knowledge in SOSE, English and Technology.
Students are expected to:
Complete individual and groups activities using given and selected ICT tools
Participate in class wiki
Make requested blog entries
Contribute to their group’s water wise plan
Type of assessment
Knowledge and skills assessed
Assessable evidence and ICT tools used
Blooms Level
Formative
Displays a clear understanding of the groups and environments they belong in.
Observations in class discussion and participation about topic. Bubbl.us concept map and blog entries
Remember
Formative
Displays a clear understanding of the responsibilities involved in the groups and environments they belong in.
Observations in class discussion and participation in group activity about topic. Reflection in individual blog.
Understand
Formative
Pose questions using different types of speech and language for selected audiences.
Observations and participation in peer, buddy class and family interviews. Shared ideas on class wiki, individual blog, Recorder iPod app and Gloster poster.
Apply
Formative
Identify author’s intent within a text and create alternate ending or sequel that expresses own point of view.
Observations in class discussion and participation in group activity about topic. Shared ideas on class wiki, individual blog and individual story created on school software (Publisher, 2Create-a-story or StoryKit iPod app)
Analyse
Formative
Use research information collected from various sources to make decisions about environmental issues such as water conservation.
Students draft shows evidence of research and information gathered through web sites and interviews. Able to take notes on iPod, navigate web sites, share ideas on class wiki and individual blog.
Evaluate
Formative
Analyse and select water saving techniques for individual / family use.
Observation of contributions made in class wiki, individual blog entry and PMI, uses iPod to take notes.
Analyse and Evaluate
Summative
Effectively communicates appropriate water conservation techniques to a selected audience.
Evaluation of knowledge about water conservation techniques. Can display and present practical suggestions to an audience, using ICT tools (Prezi, PowerPoint, iPod or PhotoStory)
Students are expected to:
Level