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Work Sample : Taylor

Activity : Planning an Individual Controlled Investigation

    Planning an Individual Controlled Investigation - Taylor : Grade Commentary

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Taylor has demonstrated a basic understanding of experimental design, and limited skills in planning and conducting a first-hand investigation. The procedure lacks detail, with no indication of how the observations are to be recorded. Appropriate equipment has been selected, but there is no mention of safety equipment or measures required for conducting a first-hand investigation. Data collection is qualitative and subjective, and the sample size is too small for reliability. Variables have not been identified or controlled. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade D standard.

Grade 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.

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