Level of achievement A: One world B: Communication C: Scientific Knowledge
1-2 The student has:
Some knowledge of the application of science and some awareness of its impact		 Able to:
Recognise basic scientific vocabulary.
Presents info in an appropriate form.
Communicate some ideas using scientific language 		Able to:
Recall some information.
When dealing with simple problems select information, express it in his own words, and use it.
3-4 Able to:
Make reasonable comments on the benefits and drawbacks of the application of science.
Understand different cultural and social perspectives.
Demonstrate some understanding of the associated moral and ethical considerations.		 Able to:
Recognise a reasonable range of scientific vocabulary.
Present most information in an appropriate form. Communicate the majority of ideas using scientific language		 The student has:
Good overall knowledge. Good understanding of the subject matter.
Ability to solve straightforward problems.
Some degree of insight into the nature of science.
5-6 Able to:
Understand a range of issues.
Make reasoned suggestions on the integration of science into society.
Demonstrate good insight into the cultural influences in the practice of science 		Able to:
Use and interpret a wide range of scientific language.
Present detailed and complex information appropriately and accurately.
Communicate the more difficult ideas using scientific language effectively.		 The student has:
Good overall knowledge. Good understanding of the subject matter.
Ability to apply it to a range of situations.Ability to synthesise and evaluate new ideas.
A good appreciation of the nature of science.
     
D: Scientific enquiry E: Processing data F: Performance in Experiments
1-2 Able to:
Identify variables in a simple situation.
Plan a fair test selecting suitable apparatus and procedures.
Make some relevant comments in the evaluation. 		Able to:
Present data in simple tables.
Transform data using simple numerical/graphical methods.
Draw obvious conclusions.

Able to:
Use simple equipment. Follow detailed instructions. Carry out simple procedures.Make straightforward observations and measurements.
Work safely and cooperate with reminders.
3-4 Able to:
State a problem. Identify variables.
Suggest procedure and apparatus required. Reasonable plan.
Mostly relevant evaluation. 		Able to:
Construct and use appropriate tables.
Manipulate data numerically. Transform data between different diagrammatical forms. Detect trends and patterns in data.
Draw conclusions consistent with evidence. Explain conclusions using scientific knowledge and understanding 		Able to:
Use most equipment competently following detailed instructions.
Carry out multi step procedures. Make systematic, accurate observations and measurements.
Generally cooperates and works within the safety rules.
5-6 Clear and testable hypothesis. Plan to control a number of variables.
Suggest procedure and apparatus. Comment on the reliability of the results. Account for anomalous results. Suggest improvements.
Make suggestions for further work to extend the enquiry 		As above.
Interpret trends in self-obtained and manipulated data.
Make inferences and predictions consistent with data
Clearly explain conclusions using relevant knowledge and understanding.

Able to:
Use equipment with precision following outline instructions.
Carry out multitask procedures making adjustments as necessary. Obtain reliable evidence. Take accurate measurements and repeat as necessary.
Always follows safety guidelines