Mathematics - Year 8
Chance Investigate techniques for collecting data, including census, sampling and observation (ACMSP284) Data representation and interpretation Explore the practicalities and implications of obtaining data through sampling using a variety of investigative …
Mathematics - Year 8 | Responsibility and enterprise | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
Science - Year 8
Questioning and predicting Identify questions and problems that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on scientific knowledge (ACSIS139) Planning and conducting Collaboratively and individually plan and conduct a range of investigation …
Science - Year 8 | Responsibility and enterprise | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
7-10 Geography - Year 8
Reflect on their learning to propose individual and collective action in response to a contemporary geographical challenge, taking account of environmental, economic and social considerations, and predict the expected outcomes of their proposal (ACHG …
7-10 Geography - Year 8 | Responsibility and enterprise | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
Civics and Citizenship – Above satisfactory – Year 8
This portfolio of student work shows that the student can analyse features of Australian democracy, and explain features of Australia’s democracy that enable active participation (WS1). The student recognises different types of laws in Australia and explains …
Civics and Citizenship – Above satisfactory – Year 8 | Portfolios | Work samples | Resources
Bouncing balls – AT (Year 8)
Prior to the sample task, students investigated investigated forms of energy and energy transfers and transformations. As part of the unit, students were required to undertake a practical investigation to identify the relationship between drop heights …
Bouncing balls – AT (Year 8) | Samples | Work samples | Resources
7-10 Civics and Citizenship - Year 8
How laws are made in Australia through parliaments (statutory law) and through the courts (common law) (ACHCK063)
7-10 Civics and Citizenship - Year 8 | Knowledge and understanding | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
7-10 Civics and Citizenship - Year 8
Analysis, synthesis and interpretation Critically analyse information and ideas from a range of sources in relation to civics and citizenship topics and issues (ACHCS070) Communication and reflection Present evidence-based civics and citizenship arguments …
7-10 Civics and Citizenship - Year 8 | Competencies and skills | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
7-10 Economics and Business - Year 8
Analysis, synthesis and interpretation Interpret data and information displayed in different formats to identify relationships and trends (ACHES034) Communication and reflection Present evidence-based conclusions using economics and business language …
7-10 Economics and Business - Year 8 | Competencies and skills | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
7-10 Civics and Citizenship - Year 8
Problem- solving and decision- making Appreciate multiple perspectives and use strategies to mediate differences (ACHCS071) Use democratic processes to reachconsensus on a course of actionrelating to a civics or citizenship issueandplan for that action …
7-10 Civics and Citizenship - Year 8 | Responsibility and enterprise | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
7-10 Economics and Business - Year 8
Questioning and research Develop questions about an economic or business issue or event, and plan and conduct an investigation or project (ACHES032) Gather relevant data and information from a range of digital, online and print sources (ACHES033) Economic …
7-10 Economics and Business - Year 8 | Responsibility and enterprise | Dimensions | Curriculum connections | Resources
Bouncing balls – ABOVE (Year 8)
Prior to the sample task, students investigated forms of energy and energy transfers and transformations. As part of the unit, students were required to undertake a practical investigation to identify the relationship between drop heights and bounce …
Bouncing balls – ABOVE (Year 8) | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Rock formation – ABOVE
In a teaching and learning unit on the rock cycle, students engaged in several activities relating to the formation of sedimentary rocks, focusing on the processes of chemical and physical weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation and fossil …
Rock formation – ABOVE | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Rock formation – AT
In a teaching and learning unit on the rock cycle, students engaged in several activities relating to the formation of sedimentary rocks, focusing on the processes of chemical and physical weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation and fossil …
Rock formation – AT | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Short response: Changing nations - AT
Students were introduced to the topic of human migration within and between countries and its impact on the concentration of populations in major cities. During this study, comparisons were made between urban and rural environments in Australia and China. For …
Short response: Changing nations - AT | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Short response: Changing nations - ABOVE
Students were introduced to the topic of human migration within and between countries and its impact on the concentration of populations in major cities. During this study, comparisons were made between urban and rural environments in Australia and China. For …
Short response: Changing nations - ABOVE | Samples | Work samples | Resources
How an idea changes – ABOVE
This task was designed to address the aspects of the Year 8 achievement standards that relate to science as human endeavour. Students were asked to research a ‘big idea’ in science and create a presentation in which they explain how that idea has developed …
How an idea changes – ABOVE | Samples | Work samples | Resources
How an idea changes – AT
This task was designed to address the aspects of the Year 8 achievement standards that relate to science as human endeavour. Students were asked to research a ‘big idea’ in science and create a presentation in which they explain how that idea has developed …
How an idea changes – AT | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Australian identity - AT
The task occurred at the end of year as part of a whole-school forum on Australian identity and civic responsibility. In age- or stage-equivalent groups, students participated in a series of structured, teacher-moderated discussions of Australia’s democratic …
Australian identity - AT | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Short response: Changing nations – BELOW
Students were introduced to the topic of human migration within and between countries and its impact on the concentration of populations in major cities. During this study, comparisons were made between urban and rural environments in Australia and China. For …
Short response: Changing nations – BELOW | Samples | Work samples | Resources
Social media: Aztecs and Incas - ABOVE
Students were asked to create a series of social media posts regarding an aspect of the Spanish conquest of the Americas. They were required to choose an appropriate platform incorporating text and images and were provided with teacher-created templates …
Social media: Aztecs and Incas - ABOVE | Samples | Work samples | Resources