Example: List the variables used in this experiment: Measuring the speed of a train.
Scaffold
List the material one item underneath another.
Model Distance Time
Air resistance Wind Velocity
Expansion effects due to heating.
Locate
Difficulty: Low Mark Range: 1-3
Definition: Find a particular item in a range.
Comments:
Example: Locate the position of the ore deposit on this map.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Outline
Difficulty: Low Mark Range: 1-5
Definition: Sketch in general terms; indicate the main features of Comments:
Example: Outline the reasons for using positive air pressure in submarines.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Predict
Difficulty: High Mark Range: 1-10
Definition: Suggest what may happen based on available information.
Comments:
Example: Predict the results of this experiment…
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Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Propose
Difficulty: High Mark Range: 3-10
Definition: Put forward (for example a point of view, idea, argument, suggestion) Comments:
Example: Propose an alternative site for this mine.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Recall
Difficulty: Low Mark Range: 1-3
Definition: Present remembered ideas, facts or experiences Comments:
Example: Recall the atomic theory.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Recommend
Difficulty: High – Science Specific Mark Range: 3-10
Definition: Provide reasons in favour.
Comments:
Example: Recommend a suitable chemical to use in this experiment.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Recount
Difficulty: Medium Mark Range: 1-6
Definition: Retell a series of events using past tense and correct terms.
Comments:
Example: Recount the historical developments leading to our current theory of plate tectonics.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Relate
Difficulty: Medium Mark Range: 2-6
Definition: To discuss one object by comparison to another.
Comments:
Example: Relate the developments in electronics to the improvements in geosensing technology.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Select
Difficulty: Low - Medium – Science Specific Mark Range: 1-4
Definition: Given a variety of information, choose the best. No reason needed.
Comments:
Example: Select the best material from the table below to build a bridge.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Summarise
Difficulty: Low Mark Range: 1-3
Definition: Express, concisely, the relevant details.
Comments:
Example: Summarise the information below in one paragraph…
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model
Synthesise
Difficulty: High Mark Range: 3-10
Definition: Putting together various elements to make a whole Comments:
Example: Synthesise an argument for the development of this site.
Scaffold
Format Signal Words Comments
Topic Sentence On the whole, In general, Many, Always, Every, Some, Numerous, Generally speaking, Usually
Body For instance, For example Supporting sentences
- about facts, statistics, examples
- using signal words for adding information.
Concluding Sentence Considering, Consequently, Thus Reformulate the topic sentence or summarise the information.
Model