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YEAR 7
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 teacheror head teacher of the subject should be contacted
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
ENGLISH
Report Outcomes
Semester 1
Makes effective language choices to creatively shape meaning with accuracy, clarity and coherence
Reflects analytically on the effectiveness of language and other features used in texts
Expresses ideas, feelings and views, and responds to ideas, feelings and views of
others
Reads, understands and responds critically to a written text
Composes imaginative text, using original ideas and descriptive language
Makes a commitment to engage in the learning process through a positive classroom
input
Semester 2
Demonstrates an understanding of film techniques and responds critically to visual text
Reads interpretively, analyses and responds critically to a written text
Displays an effective control of sustained written expression in a persuasive response
Makes a commitment to engage in the learning process through a positive classroom
input
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Writing Task and Reflection Term 1, Week 6 15
2 Half Yearly Examination Term 2, Week 5 30
3 Viewing Task Term 3, Week 9 15
4 Yearly Examination Term 4, Weeks 3 & 4 30
5 Bookwork and participation Ongoing 10
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MATHEMATICS
Report Outcomes Semester 1
Operates with fractions, decimals and percentages
Operates with positive integers, including factors, multiples and uses index notation
Compares, orders and calculates with integers, applying a range of strategies to aid
computation
Uses algebraic notation, simplifies and recognises equivalence of algebraic expressions
Applies Maths in everyday life
Semester 2
Identifies and uses angle relationships, including those related to transversals on sets of
parallel lines
Uses formulas to calculate the areas of quadrilaterals and circles, and converts between
units of area
Draw different views of prisms and solids formed from combinations of prisms
Calculates probabilities of simple events
Uses algebraic techniques to solve simple linear equations
Classifies, describes and uses the properties of triangles and quadrilaterals
Performs transformations on the Cartesian plane
Assessment mark and rank is made up from assessment tasks described below. The final grade will be calculated from this mark.
Please note: Weighting, outcomes, 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
Assignment -Maths in everyday life
Term 1, Week 8/9
Term 1, TBA
45%
10%
Half Yearly Examination Term 2, Week 5 45%
2
Term 3 Test Term 3, Week 6/7 50%
Yearly Examination Term 4, Week 3 & 4 50%
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
NB. Ongoing informal assessment of classwork will contribute towards end of semester grades.
SCIENCE
Report Outcomes
SKILLS (Semester 1 and Semester 2)
Identifies questions and problems that can be tested or researched and makes predictions based on scientific knowledge
Collaboratively and individually produces a plan to investigate questions and problems
Follows a sequence of instructions to safely undertake a range of investigation types, collaboratively and individually
Processes and analyses data from a first-hand investigation and secondary sources to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draw conclusions
Selects and uses appropriate strategies, understanding and skills to produce creative and plausible solutions to identified problems
Presents science ideas, findings and information to a given audience using appropriate scientific language, text types and representations
Semester 1
Explains how scientific understanding of, and discoveries about, the properties of mixtures relate to their uses in everyday life
Describes the actions of unbalanced forces in everyday situations Describes the dynamic nature of models, theories and laws in developing scientific
understanding of the earth and solar system
Semester 2
Relates the structure and function of living things to their classification, survival and reproduction
Explains how new biological evidence changes people’s understanding of the world. Describes the dynamic nature of models, theories and laws in developing scientific
understanding of the earth and solar system Explains how advances in scientific understanding of processes that occur within and on the
earth, influence the choices people make about resource use and management
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 First-hand Investigation Term 1, Week 7/8 25
2 Half Yearly Examination Term 2, Week 5 25
3 Second-hand Investigation Term 3, Week 7 25
4 Yearly Examination Term 4, Weeks 3/4 25
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
GEOGRAPHY
Report Outcomes
Semester 1
Describes processes and influences that form and transform places and environments.
Discusses management of places and environments for their sustainability.
Examines perspectives of people and organisations on a range of geographical issues.
Communicates geographical information using a variety of strategies.
Semester 2
Explains how interactions and connections between people, places and environments
result in change.
Acquires and processes geographical information by selecting and using geographical
tools for inquiry.
Locates and describes the diverse features and characteristics of a range of places and environments.
Explains differences in human wellbeing
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Landscapes and Landforms - Speech and PowerPoint
Term 1, Week 10 30
2 Geomorphic Hazard Report Term 2, Week 6 30
3 Yearly Examination Term 4, Week 3/4 40
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
HISTORY
Report Outcomes
Semester 1
Uses evidence from sources to support historical narratives and explanations.
Identifies the meaning, purpose and context of historical sources.
Semester 2
Describes major periods of historical time and sequences events, people and societies
from the past.
Describes the nature of history and archaeology and explains their contribution to an
understanding of the past.
Uses a range of historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding
of the past.
Selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate
about the past.
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Source-Based Task Term 1, Week 11 30
2 Information Booklet Term 3, Week 4 30
3 Yearly Examination Term 4, Week ¾ 40
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
PDHPE
Report Outcomes
Semester 1
Combines the features and elements of movement composition to perform a dance.
Participates successfully in Athletics and Cross Country.
Identifies the benefits of a balanced lifestyle and participation in physical activity.
Develops a range of skills that enables them to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Semester 2
Identifies the consequences of risk taking behaviour and describes strategies to
minimise harm.
Describes how to access and assess health information, products and services.
Demonstrates and refines movement skills in team games.
Actively participates in practical activities.
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Healthy Living Term 1, Week 5 10
2 Let’s Get Moving Term 1, Week 9 10
3 Personal Health Term 3, Week 6 10
4 Practical Assessments Ongoing 60
5 Classwork Ongoing 10
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Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
LOTE- Indonesian
Report Outcomes
Semester 1
applies a range of linguistic structures to compose texts in French, using a range of formats for
different audiences
applies French pronunciation and intonation patterns
identifies main ideas in, and obtains information from texts responds to information and ideas
in texts
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Greetings and Numbers Assessment Term 1
Week 5/6
20%
2 Dialogue Performance
Term 1
Week 10
20%
3 Half-Yearly Examination
Term 2
Week 5
60% total
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
LOTE- French
Report Outcomes
Semester 2
applies a range of linguistic structures to compose texts in French, using a range of
formats for different audiences
applies French pronunciation and intonation patterns
identifies main ideas in, and obtains information from texts
responds to information and ideas in texts
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Greetings and Numbers Assessment Term 3
Week 5/6
20%
2 ‘C’est moi’ ‘It’s me’ Assessment Term 3
Week 9/10
20%
3 Yearly Examination
Term 4
Week 3
60%
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
TECHNOLOGY
Report Outcomes
Semester 1 and 2
Design and Production Skills
TE4-1DP designs, communicates and evaluates innovative ideas and creative solutions to authentic problems or opportunities
TE4-2DP plans and manages the production of designed solutions
TE4-3DP selects and safely applies a broad range of tools, materials and processes in the production of quality projects
Depending on the units studied, an additional outcome from below will be included:
TE4-4DP designs algorithms for digital solutions and implements them in a general-purpose programming language
TE4-5AG investigates how food and fibre are produced in managed environments
TE4-6FO explains how the characteristics and properties of food determine preparation techniques for healthy eating
TE4-7DI explains how data is represented in digital systems and transmitted in networks
TE4-8EN explains how force, motion and energy are used in engineered systems
TE4-9MA investigates how the characteristics and properties of tools, materials and processes affect their use in designed solutions
TE4-10TS explains how people in technology related professions contribute to society now and into the future
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Work Health and Safety Task Ongoing 20
2 Portfolio Ongoing 20
3 Practical Design Projects Ongoing 60
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MUSIC
Report Outcomes Semester 1
Performs music using different forms of notation and different types of technology across a broad range of musical styles
Performs music demonstrating solo and/or ensemble awareness
Notates compositions using traditional and/or non-traditional notation
Demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through listening, observing, responding, discriminating, analysing, discussing and recording musical ideas
Semester 2
Performs in a range of musical styles demonstrating an understanding of musical concepts
Performs music using different forms of notation and different types of technology across a broad range of musical styles
Demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through exploring, experimenting, improvising, organising, arranging and composing
Experiments with different forms of technology in the composition process
Demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through aural identification and discussion of the features of a range of repertoire
Identifies the use of technology in the music selected for study, appropriate to the musical context
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Semester 1 Course Work (Ongoing) Term 1 & 2 30
2 Musical Theatre Project Term 2 20
3 Semester 2 Course Work (Ongoing) Term 3 & 4 30
4 Performance Task Term 4 20
Glenwood High School Year 7 Assessment Handbook
Final mark and rank for the year is made up from all assessment tasks described below.
VISUAL ARTS
Report Outcomes
Semester 1
Uses a range of materials, techniques and processes to explore animals as subject
matter
Documents ideas and processes in their Visual Arts Process Diary
Explores historical and art-making practice in an art timeline assignment
Demonstrates an understanding of the cooperative and responsible nature required in
art studio practice
Semester 2
Develops understanding of three-dimensional work through ceramic processes and
making.
Explores and investigates their world through photographic practice
Interprets an artwork using the subjective frame and descriptive narrative.
Demonstrates an understanding of the cooperative and responsible nature required in
art studio practice
Assessment Schedule
Task Assessment Task Due Date % Weight
1 Visual Arts Process Diary Ongoing N/A
2 Research Assignment Week 3, Term 2 N/A
3 Visual Arts Process Diary Ongoing N/A
4 Photograph and Research Task Week 1, Term 4 N/A
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INDIVIDUAL ASSESSMENT CALENDAR
TERM 1
WEEK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT / SUN
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TERM 2
WEEK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT / SUN
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TERM 3
WEEK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT / SUN
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TERM 4
WEEK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT / SUN
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