Assessment of A/S coursework
This will not be done by your teachers. All your work is sent to the UK where it is marked externally alongside the following criteria:-
Each piece of work will be assessed out of a total of 50 marks according to the following criteria, which match the appropriate assessment objectives.
Assessment Objective 1
Select and demonstrate clearly relevant knowledge and understanding through the use of evidence, examples and correct language and terminology appropriate to the course of study.
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Level 1 |
Coursework represents no accurate or relevant knowledge |
0 |
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Level 2 |
Uncritical presentation of knowledge, demonstration of the limited ability to identify and select the most relevant/important information and therefore reflecting little/no understanding. Any knowledge is presented in simplistic form. |
1 - 9 |
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Level 3 |
Presentation of a selection of relevant material which reflects some understanding of the important features of a topic. Some use of specialized religious language in appropriate contexts. |
10 - 18 |
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Level 4 |
Clear and obvious understanding of the topic set in an appropriate context, for example the religious, cultural, historical and/or social background. Topic explored using defined and relevant religious terms reflecting a fuller understanding. |
19 - 26 |
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Level 5 |
Excellent use of factual material, from a variety of sources, verifiable through references, demonstrating a full understanding of the topic. Topic explored with sufficient use of religious language. |
27 - 35 |
Assessment Objective 2
Sustain a critical line of argument and justify a point of view.
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Level 1 |
No attempt to develop a line of argument |
0 |
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Level 2 |
Limited awareness of issues involved and of need to assess and evaluate different views presented |
1 - 3 |
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Level 3 |
Some attempt to present a viewpoint with some explanation of choice |
4 - 7 |
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Level 4 |
Presentation of knowledge of more than one point of view/ response to the topic. A satisfactory assessment is presented with line of argument verified by references as appropriate and comparison of relative strengths and weaknesses of viewpoints. |
8 - 10 |
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Level 5 |
Substantiated conclusions drawn from a line of argument with full justification of viewpoint. Knowledge, understanding and explanation of a full range of views/ responses to the topic. |
11 - 15 |
I know that it is not always easy to follow the exam board mark scheme but there are some real clues in the mark scheme to help you achieve the top level. For example make sure you do the following:
Use a variety of sources
Include references
Use religious language proficiently
Substantiate your conclusions
Include at least two viewpoints on the topic