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Assessment Outlines – Semester Two
Assessment is an integral part of teaching and learning and is on‐going at ISS. Assessment
tasks for Semester Two 2018 are contained in this booklet and they are listed by subject. The
tasks are also ordered by week due at the end of the booklet.
Please note the following points:
The weeks are ordered over the entire semester, weeks 1– 19.
Student task sheets should be printed out and given to students, with the relevant marking criteria included. Not all tasks are done at home. Some are done in class or under examination conditions at school. In addition to these major assessment tasks, smaller, formative tasks may be issued in the intervening weeks as well as regular homework. Due dates are approximate and are provided as a guide for when the assessments should take place. Dates may change if unforeseen circumstances prevent them from happening. Submission of assessment items is according to policy outlined in the student diary. Marks for Assessment Items will be posted on PowerSchool Gradebook which parents / guardians can access via the Parent Portal using their password.
Please do not hesitate to contact the teacher concerned or myself for clarification if required.
Megan Navunisaravi
Head of High School
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name: Teacher(s):
Weighting towards
Final Grade
Accounting H Murphy
3Limited liability companies and manufacturing accounts In-Class Activity (short responses and vocabulary) 50
5Ratio Analysis Test 50
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
Course Outline
This semester the students will continue to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the principles and purposes of Accounting for limited liability companies and manufacturing businesses. Students will demonstrate improved skills in the analysis and interpretation of information and present accounting information in appropriate form and notation.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name: Teacher(s):
Weighting towards
Final Grade
Art K Reimann
13IGCSE Examination IGCSE-Examination Final Piece 50
13IGCSE Examination IGCSE-Examination Support Material 50
Course Outline
The course of study this semester involves the conclusion of coursework and twelve weeks of preparation for the broad-based assignment required for the IGCSE Art examination. Students will develop ideas based on the criteria, experiment with materials and complete two A2 sheets (four sides) of supporting studies for the examination. During the examination students will have eight hours to complete their final response to their chosen topic.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Business Studies B Harris
2Analysis of Accounts In Class Examination Questions 50
5External Influences on Business Activity. In Class Activity - Paper 2 Questions 50
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
Course Outline
Students will study the impact of government control on business activity. They will look at government economic objectives and their possible influence on the business environment. Students will examine environmental concerns and ethical issues as both opportunities and constraints for business, look at the international economy in relation to a business and discuss the importance of globalization. Additionally, students will study multinational companies (growth and global impact) and the impact changing an exchange rate has on business. The work this semester also focuses on preparation and revision for the final examination in October.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Final Grade
Chinese C Chen
5Pesonal life
School life
Leisure life
Holiday experiences
Autobiography Part 1 50
10Living surroundings and Habits
Media influence
Future plan
Autobiography Part 2 50
Course Outline
This semester students will focus on improving their writing skills by producing an autobiography of themselves in Chinese. They are required to integrate all they have learnt in terms of vocabulary, sentence structure and idioms for the duration of the course and write their life stories to Chinese audiences. Students will improve their confidence in presenting their ideas realistically and creatively in the language.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Final Grade
Coordinated Science A Bijay/F Stevens/M Lewis
4Ecology (Biology) Designed Experiment 30
5Fertilizers (Chemistry) PowerPoint Presentation / video 30
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
9Semester content for Coordinated Science Examination 40
Course Outline
In Biology, the semester begins with environmental studies. Students look at the interactions of an organism with its environment, conservation issues and selected cycles (water, carbon and nitrogen). They then engage with climate science and the enhanced green-house effect. Finally, the students revise evolution and inheritance.
In Physics, students begin the semester by looking at the relation between electricity and magnetism, then they move on to radioactive decay and the uses of radioactive isotopes. They compare alpha, beta and gamma radiation. This then leads into discussion of half-life and the dangers of ionising radiation. The semester ends with revision of all topics.
In Chemistry, students begin by looking at the chemistry of water. This is followed by investigation of the manufacture of ammonia and sulfuric acid both which use gases from the air as reactants and then the chemical composition of fertilizers and their effects on plants. Towards the end of the semester, students will study the variety of purification techniques available to chemists. The course is completed by looking at reaction rates and factors affecting the rates of reactions.
Revision will be ongoing in the lead up to both the Mock Examination in Week 7 and the final examinations with IGCSE papers from previous years being used as preparation.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Drama A Karountzos
3Scripted performance Element and Character Design Brief 30
9Scripted Performance Performance 50
11Scripted Performance Performance Evaluation 10
12Scripted Performance Journal 10
Course Outline
Students will be working on selecting and interpreting a theatrical script in preparation for a performance. Their study will focus on style, characterization, genre and the unity of dramatic elements. Students will be given the opportunity to work extensively on a collaborative project, enabling them to create a performance for a specific audience. Through this experience they will develop their interpretive skills that will help them effectively and critically reflect evaluate theatrical performances.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Option Name: Teacher(s):
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English Language and Literature E Sims
5Revision Test Revision Test 50
7All Topics Language and Literature Mock Examinations 0
11All topics Revision Assessment 50
Course Outline
In the third term, students begin by reviewing Shakespeare's Henry V followed by revision of the short stories from the anthology 'Stories of Ourselves'. Focus will be placed on anaylzing the works as well as developing a personal response to the various characters, conflicts, and themes presented. In addition, students will continue to prepare for their IGCSE examinations and complete a full set of formal mock examinations. Extensive practice papers and supervised revision will prepare all students for their externally moderated assessments.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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English Language N Raj
3Issues in Life of Pi Written Response 35
5Various Topics Narrative/Descriptive Writing 35
10Various Topics Directed Writing 30
Course Outline
This semester students will have the opportunity to read, interpret, evaluate and respond to a range of text types in English. The range includes news articles, novel, letters, feature articles and documentaries. It is expected that students will deepen their understanding and appreciation of the ways in which writers use English to express meaning and achieve effects. The aim of the program is to encourage students to read widely, both for their own enjoyment and to further their awareness of the ways in which English can be used. It is hoped that students will develop more general analysis and communication skills such as synthesis, inference, and the ability to order facts and present opinions effectively.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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French S Bale/L Delneuville
3Term 3 Topics Writing, Listening, Speaking 20
5All Topics Reading, Writing, Speaking 30
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
10All Topics Speaking 30
11All Topics IGCSE Final Speaking 0
11All Topics Listening, Reading & Writing 20
Course Outline
The focus this semester will be on revision for the external examination. The following themes will be covered: life in school and extra-curricular activities, future plans and employment, housing, and protection of the environment. These themes allow students to communicate their ideas and further develop their skills in the French language. All four language skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening will be assessed and students will look at past papers when revising for the final examinations.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Final Grade
Global Perspectives M Waqainabete
4Team Project Team Element 30
5Team Project Team Element - Personal Element 40
7All Topics Source based Question 4 30
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
Course Outline
Students will focus on completing their Team project in the first 5 weeks based on any ONE of the following topics: conflict and peace, disease and health, human rights, language and communication, poverty and inequality, sport and recreation, tradition, culture and identity and water, food and agriculture. A compulsory component of Internal Assessment, the Team project carries a 35% weighting toward the final grade. Revision lessons will then focus on examination preparation so that students are well equipped with the demands of the assessment objectives.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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History M Waqainabete
3Paper 1 Topic In-Class Essay 50
5Causes of World War II Source Evaluation 50
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
Course Outline
Students will gain an understanding of the nature of Saddam Hussein's rule in Iraq, as well as an understanding of the causes and consequences of the Iran - Iraq war in 1980 - 1988. They will also revise all the 20th Century topics in preparation for the IGCSE examinations. In particular, they will revise Russia 1905 - 41 as their in-depth study, and learn to write well structured paragraphs and essays for Papers 1 and 4. They will also revise the key events that led to World War II in 1939, focusing on strengthening skills in source evaluation and analysis in preparation for Paper 2. Revision lessons and assessments will build on examination techniques such as completing essays within a specified time frame.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Information & Communication Technology M Khatri
2Expert Systems Short Test 15
3Systems Analysis and Design Case Study - Analysis 25
4Systems Analysis and Design Case Study - Design & Implementation 30
5Systems Analysis and Design/Expert systems Short Test 30
7Word Processing & Database
Application
Practical Test1 (Mock Examination) 0
7Website, Data Analysis & Powerpoint Practical Test 2 (Mock Examination) 0
7All Topics Theory Test (Mock Examination) 0
Course Outline
The students spend this semester looking at six stages in the process involved in systems analysis and expert systems. They will learn to create appropriate screen layouts and design field validation for data accuracy and security. The students will also identify the components that are different in the user and technical documentation. In the system analysis process students get a chance to explore four different methods of system implementation and choose the best option based on the case study given.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Mathematics 1 N Dianimoto
All Topics Weekly Quizzes 20
4Algebra Test 20
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
11Algebra and Trignometry Assignment 60
Course Outline
This semester students will cover topics in geometry (including the properties of circles) and topics in trignometry. Apart from the scheduled assignment tasks, completion of ongoing homework, weekly quizzes and worksheets will be a compulsory component of this course and will count towards a percentage of their final grade. The purpose of the weekly quizzes and homework assignments is to keep the students engaged with the material being learned in class, and to use time outside of class to practice the material.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Mathematics 2 Y Maharaj
All Topics Quizzes & Worksheets 20
4Probability & Statistics Test 1 20
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
11All Topics Assignment 60
Course Outline
Students will examine topics in statistics (the last topic of the 0580 Mathematics course). After this, students will start their revision for the Mock examination and the final IGCSE examination. Apart from the scheduled assignment tasks, completion of ongoing homework, weekly quizzes and worksheets will be a compulsory component of this course and will count towards a percentage of their final grade. The purpose of the weekly quizzes and homework assignments is to keep the students engaged with the material being learned in class, and to use time outside of class to practice the material. Students are also expected to do intensive self-directed revision at home as preparation for the Mock and external examinations.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Mathematics 3 L Thomas
All Topics Weekly Quizzes and Homework 20
4Statistics, Numbers and Algebra Test 20
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
11All Topics Assignment 60
Course Outline
This semester students will review all topics: numbers, algebra, mensuration, trigonometry, geometry, probability and statistics. Tests and revision will be ongoing in the lead up to the final examination with papers from previous years being used for preparation. Apart from the scheduled assessment tasks, ongoing homework and work sheets will be part of the work they are required to complete as preparation for the external examinations and will count as a part of their grade. The purpose of the weekly quizzes and homework assignments is to keep the students engaged with the material being learned in class and to use time outside of class to practice the material.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Final Grade
Music C Yao
6Creating Composition Part 1 and 2 30
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
9Solo and Ensemble Performance Performance 30
10Musicology and Theory Listening Examination 40
Course Outline
This semester students study aspects of the theme Western Music. They will be taught to analyse form, structure and dynamics of music from different periods and study the development of western music by looking at the lives and works of a variety of composers. Throughout the course, students are expected to look for similarities and differences between classical and contemporary music and apply their understanding through practical performances.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Final Grade
Physical Education J Liew
8Drugs Use and Abuse Research and Oral Presentation (ongoing group presentations) 35
10Body Management Activities: Athletics Practical Skill Development 40
11Body Management Activities: Athletics Factors affecting Performance: written evaluation 25
Course Outline
This semester students will complete a study related to drug use and abuse. A researched topic and oral presentation related to this will be part of the assessment for this semester. In practical sessions they will be looking at the biomechanics of movement and how it helps to improve their skills in the body awareness activity of athletics. Skill acquisition and application, maintaining correct form will be the focus of learning. Factors affecting performance will be tested at the school's Interhouse Athletics Meet which is a compulsory activity for this class. Participation in school and club teams, sport training and competition will provide valuable information for personal self-evaluation. Attendance, participation and overall personal fitness remains an important focus and fitness tests each term will be part of the assessment.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
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Option Name: Teacher(s):
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PE IGCSE B Barons
Sports Skill 0
3 Sports Skills Mastery Video of Practical Skills 1 15
5Sports Skills Mastery Video of Practical Skills 2 15
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
8Sports Skills Mastery Video of Practical Skills 3 & 4 30
9Reflecting and Improving Performance Written Analysis and Evaluation of Practical Skills 40
Course Outline
Students this semester will look at the health and safety aspects of physical activity, including the advantages and risks associated with a range of training strategies and techniques. They will also evaluate the reasons for participating in physical activity whilst maintaining their involvement in sport, sport administration, or coaching. Emphasis will be placed on preparation for the IGCSE examinations and regular video preparation is aimed at ensuring students complete internal requirements in a timely fashion.
Week DueTopic Assessment Item
Year: 10
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name: Teacher(s):
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Final Grade
Travel and Tourism S Bale
3Content from Units 1 & 2 Class Quiz 30
5Content from Unit 3 In-Class Test 35
7All Topics Mock Examination 0
12All Units In-Class Test 35
Course Outline
In semester 2, students begin their program of revision to prepare for the upcoming IGCSE examinations. Students revisit concepts and content covered in units 1-5 of the course: the travel and tourism industry, Features of worldwide destinations, Customer care and working procedures, Travel and tourism products and services, and Marketing and promotion. Self-directed learning is vital in this element of the course, and special attentiion should be paid to the assessment items, as they are designed to prepare students for success in the IGCSE examinations.
Year: 10
Topic Assessment Week Due
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name Teacher(s)Weight toward
Final Grade
All Topics Weekly QuizzesMathematics 1 N Dianimoto 20
All Topics Quizzes & WorksheetsMathematics 2 Y Maharaj 20
All Topics Weekly Quizzes and HomeworkMathematics 3 L Thomas 20
Sports SkillPE IGCSE B Barons 0
2Analysis of Accounts In Class Examination QuestionsBusiness Studies B Harris 50
2Expert Systems Short TestInformation & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 15
3Limited liability companies and
manufacturing accounts
In-Class Activity (short responses and
vocabulary)Accounting H Murphy 50
3Scripted performance Element and Character Design BriefDrama A Karountzos 30
3Issues in Life of Pi Written ResponseEnglish Language N Raj 35
3Term 3 Topics Writing, Listening, SpeakingFrench S Bale/L Delneuville 20
3Paper 1 Topic In-Class EssayHistory M Waqainabete 50
3Systems Analysis and Design Case Study - AnalysisInformation & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 25
3 Sports Skills Mastery Video of Practical Skills 1PE IGCSE B Barons 15
3Content from Units 1 & 2 Class QuizTravel and Tourism S Bale 30
4Ecology (Biology) Designed ExperimentCoordinated Science A Bijay/F Stevens/M Lewis 30
Year: 10
Topic Assessment Week Due
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name Teacher(s)Weight toward
Final Grade
4Team Project Team ElementGlobal Perspectives M Waqainabete 30
4Systems Analysis and Design Case Study - Design & ImplementationInformation & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 30
4Algebra TestMathematics 1 N Dianimoto 20
4Probability & Statistics Test 1Mathematics 2 Y Maharaj 20
4Statistics, Numbers and Algebra TestMathematics 3 L Thomas 20
5Ratio Analysis TestAccounting H Murphy 50
5External Influences on Business Activity. In Class Activity - Paper 2 QuestionsBusiness Studies B Harris 50
5Pesonal life
School life
Leisure life
Holiday experiences
Autobiography Part 1Chinese C Chen 50
5Fertilizers (Chemistry) PowerPoint Presentation / videoCoordinated Science A Bijay/F Stevens/M Lewis 30
5Various Topics Narrative/Descriptive WritingEnglish Language N Raj 35
5Revision Test Revision TestEnglish Language and Literature E Sims 50
5All Topics Reading, Writing, SpeakingFrench S Bale/L Delneuville 30
5Team Project Team Element - Personal ElementGlobal Perspectives M Waqainabete 40
5Causes of World War II Source EvaluationHistory M Waqainabete 50
Year: 10
Topic Assessment Week Due
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name Teacher(s)Weight toward
Final Grade
5Systems Analysis and Design/Expert
systems
Short TestInformation & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 30
5Sports Skills Mastery Video of Practical Skills 2PE IGCSE B Barons 15
5Content from Unit 3 In-Class TestTravel and Tourism S Bale 35
6Creating Composition Part 1 and 2Music C Yao 30
7All Topics Mock ExaminationAccounting H Murphy 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationBusiness Studies B Harris 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationCoordinated Science A Bijay/F Stevens/M Lewis 0
7All Topics Language and Literature Mock
ExaminationsEnglish Language and Literature E Sims 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationFrench S Bale/L Delneuville 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationGlobal Perspectives M Waqainabete 0
7All Topics Source based Question 4Global Perspectives M Waqainabete 30
7All Topics Mock ExaminationHistory M Waqainabete 0
7All Topics Theory Test (Mock Examination)Information & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 0
7Word Processing & Database
Application
Practical Test1 (Mock Examination)Information & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 0
Year: 10
Topic Assessment Week Due
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name Teacher(s)Weight toward
Final Grade
7Website, Data Analysis & Powerpoint Practical Test 2 (Mock Examination)Information & Communication
Technology
M Khatri 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationMathematics 1 N Dianimoto 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationMathematics 2 Y Maharaj 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationMathematics 3 L Thomas 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationMusic C Yao 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationPE IGCSE B Barons 0
7All Topics Mock ExaminationTravel and Tourism S Bale 0
8Sports Skills Mastery Video of Practical Skills 3 & 4PE IGCSE B Barons 30
8Drugs Use and Abuse Research and Oral Presentation (ongoing
group presentations)Physical Education J Liew 35
9Semester content for Coordinated Science ExaminationCoordinated Science A Bijay/F Stevens/M Lewis 40
9Scripted Performance PerformanceDrama A Karountzos 50
9Solo and Ensemble Performance PerformanceMusic C Yao 30
9Reflecting and Improving Performance Written Analysis and Evaluation of
Practical SkillsPE IGCSE B Barons 40
10Living surroundings and Habits
Media influence
Future plan
Autobiography Part 2Chinese C Chen 50
Year: 10
Topic Assessment Week Due
International School SuvaAssessment Outlines - Semester Two, 2018
Option Name Teacher(s)Weight toward
Final Grade
10Various Topics Directed WritingEnglish Language N Raj 30
10All Topics SpeakingFrench S Bale/L Delneuville 30
10Musicology and Theory Listening ExaminationMusic C Yao 40
10Body Management Activities: Athletics Practical Skill DevelopmentPhysical Education J Liew 40
11Scripted Performance Performance EvaluationDrama A Karountzos 10
11All topics Revision AssessmentEnglish Language and Literature E Sims 50
11All Topics IGCSE Final SpeakingFrench S Bale/L Delneuville 0
11All Topics Listening, Reading & WritingFrench S Bale/L Delneuville 20
11Algebra and Trignometry AssignmentMathematics 1 N Dianimoto 60
11All Topics AssignmentMathematics 2 Y Maharaj 60
11All Topics AssignmentMathematics 3 L Thomas 60
11Body Management Activities: Athletics Factors affecting Performance: written
evaluationPhysical Education J Liew 25
12Scripted Performance JournalDrama A Karountzos 10
12All Units In-Class TestTravel and Tourism S Bale 35
13IGCSE Examination IGCSE-Examination Support MaterialArt K Reimann 50
13IGCSE Examination IGCSE-Examination Final PieceArt K Reimann 50
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