Working Scientifically Knowledge Check

 Assessment Plan

Tuning In

• Students watch and listen to the Krazy Kristian’s Science Show video on YouTube. After the clip, discuss with the students:
  • the scientific method and the steps taken by Professor Paul and Krazy Kristian
  • the importance of recording data in scientific investigations
  • examples of natural materials and processed materials.

Teacher Instruction

• Explain to the students that they will be undertaking a knowledge check for the scientific method. Distribute the Working Scientifically Knowledge Check Worksheet to the students and read through the sections as a class. Ensure that the students understand that they will be answering questions about:
  • identifying investigable questions
  • making predictions based on prior knowledge
  • using equipment safely
  • making and recording accurate observations
  • organising data in tables and graphs
  • identifying patterns in data
  • suggesting explanations for observations
  • comparing findings with predictions
  • giving reasons for fair/unfair tests
  • communicating observations and findings.

Guided/Independent Learning

• Students are to undertake the knowledge check individually and in silence. There should not be a time frame set for this knowledge check.

Wrapping Up

• Collect the worksheets for marking once all students have completed the knowledge check. Encourage on-topic conversations to help consolidate existing knowledge among the students.

 Differentiation

Extending Students

• Encourage more confident students to lead discussions on various sections of the knowledge check once they have been collected.

Supporting Students

• Those students who may struggle with the knowledge check can sit with the teacher or teacher aide and have each section further explained for clarity.

 Assessment Strategies

Suggested Assessment Strategies

• used strategic whole class or individual questioning
• observed student participation during learning activities
• recorded student progress on a checklist
• annotated student work samples
• collected and reviewed student work samples
• facilitated whole class or peer feedback sessions
• encouraged student self-reflection
• administered formal assessment tasks.

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