Year 11 Biological Sciences ATAR
Unit 1 - Ecosystems and biodiversity
In this unit, students analyse abiotic and biotic ecosystem components and their interactions, using classification systems for data collection, comparison and evaluation.
Unit 2 - From single cells to multicellular organisms
In this unit, students analyse abiotic and biotic ecosystem components and their interactions, using classification systems for data collection, comparison and evaluation.
Assessment
Science inquiry 30%
Extended response 10%
Test 20%
Examination 40%
Reporting
A brief interim report on class work and behaviour will be issued towards the end of Term 1. The achievement for each unit will be reported as a College A - E grade as well as a percentage mark for the unit and an examination mark. In addition, the student's approach to class work and behaviour will be reported via the usual key performance indicators.
Student Expectations - Homework
Homework marks contribute to the final score and form an important means of making a formative assessment of student understanding. In order to give timely feedback, the homework's will be marked and returned within 2-3 lessons. For this reason, students are to meet the deadlines as late submissions will be marked down severely.
