Matching up on AT1
Science Skills Progression Lines Steps 54-67 (GCSE 7-9)
All judgements should be “Professional Teacher Best Fit” and
used to inform planning / next steps – Not isolated “Can Do -
Matched Tick Lists”
Scale
Predictions & Planning
Practical Activity
Recording & Presenting
Analysing
Evaluating
Research and Communication
Key Word
St 54 – 58
7.0 – 7.9(A)
Quantitative prediction based on prior data from external
sources or previous experiment. Explained by relevant complex
scientific theory.
· Chooses molarities / mass of chemicals to use and predict
product mass based on calculations / prior experiments.
Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and
understanding and apply these correctly to both familiar and
unfamiliar contexts
· Directly uses knowledge of activity to modify complex
experiment on % yield during the activity
Tables / charts and formulae demonstrate integrated data
analysis
· Averages / Means / % yield columns used effectively in
tables
Uses accurate scientific terminology in experimentation
· Difference between accuracy & reliability
· Extrapolation / Prediction
· Mean / Mode / Median / Standard Dev
· % Yield / Molar Concentration
Tables / charts and formulae demonstrate integrated data
analysis
· Implications from data are extended to other elements such as
Extrapolated graphs and predictions for future
More refined proposals for improvement that recognise the
science behind the suggestions and explains them fully
· Propose using slow motion camera to improve the accuracy of
measurement
· Grind up the food source to ensure complete oxidation through
increasing the surface area.
Confidently identifies “fake news” or potential bias in sources
from the internet & explains concerns / limitations
· MMR story
· Dangers from radiation exaggeration or denial .
St 59 – 63
8.0 – 8.9(A*)
Evaluates a range of plans explaining potential risks / limits
to accuracy / sources of error prior to the experiment.
· Explains the anticipated differences in actual yield vs
Predicted yield prior to the experiment.
Makes complex quantities predictions and plans accordingly
· Chooses molarities / mass of chemicals to use and predict
product mass based on calculations / prior experiments
Able to carry out challenging practical work that involves care
and attention to detail in order to produce meaningful results
· Potometer experiments
· Collecting gas underwater over time
· Hydrogen Peroxide & Liver experiments
Use a range of mathematical skills to perform complex scientific
calculations
· Extrapolation to determine rate limitation prior to arrival at
plateau
· 2 step mathematical application in formulae to calculate work
done
Eg using two separate formulae over two parts to a question.
Critically analyse qualitative & quantitative data to draw
logical, well-evidenced conclusions
· Descriptions of woodlice behaviour observed in field trip
alongside the reliability of numbers evidenced from choice chamber
experiment.
· Relationship of Type 2 diabetes numbers with observations of
behaviour and sales data of chocolate etc.
Critically evaluate and refine methodologies, offering
improvements to address a range of potential limitations of
evidence.
· 3 quality improvements based on evidence such as
· use of video cameras,
· extending the range
· and changing the substrate
in order to improve the data reliability and answer the question
with more confidence
Critically evaluate the validity of scientific conclusions from
a range of sources
· Positives and limitations of any claims and counterclaims on a
specific area
Eg American, Chinese, Indian and European views on strategies to
cope with global warming.
Exceptional Awareness and Application
St 64 – 67
9.0 – 9.6 (A**)
Predict and explain fully thinking in a double cross
experiment
· Doubling the concentration of the acid will double the rate
until acid is in excess…….. because ………) (explanation involving
particles / Limiting factors & second variable eg Mass -
magnesium)
Fair test plan including two factors changing in a double cross
experiment
· Fair test that allows one experiment to investigate two
variables eg Mass of magnesium and concentration of acid
Independently and accurately carry out complex investigations
recording in a systematic manner even complex data
· Carry out a double cross Fair test that investigate two
variables
eg Mass of magnesium & concentration of acid at the same
time. Effectively controlling variables in two directions.
Volume of H2 / min using different temperatures and
concentrations of acid
Temp
0C
Concentration of Acid in Moles
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
10
20
30
40
50
Present complex data effectively using all appropriate
methodology / Maths skills
· Eg multiple line of best fit with Keys and outliers
identified
Outstanding analysis of qualitative & quantitative data to
draw very well evidenced conclusions
· Complex potometer experiments involving extrapolation and a
range of assumptions that need identifying and deciding their
relative importance.
Outstanding capacity to identify and explain key arguments and
counter claims as well as their limitations / relative
importance.
· Complexities involved in the differences between actual yield
and theoretical yield and how to improve them.
· Analysing complex data from F1 trials and proposing ideas for
next upgrade
Complex internet searches to find specific and relevant
information combined with the skills and confidence to use this
information effectively.
· independently & quickly find answers / evidence / to
counter / to reinforce claims made by others.
Science Knowledge & Understand Progression Lines Steps 49-67
(GCSE 6-9)
All judgements should be “Professional Teacher Best Fit” and
used to inform planning / next steps – Not isolated “Can Do -
Matched Tick Lists”
Scale
Cells
Interdependence
Particles
Forces
Energy
Science In Society
Key Word
St 49 - 53
6.0 – 6.9(B)
Regularly apply cells theory in new and unfamiliar contexts.
Regularly link Cells theory to Energy / Particles / Forces etc
· Explain the importance of respiration in cell / energy and
particle terms.
· Explain patterns in cell growth such as that in progress of a
disease and the immune response
· Unusual types of cells in plants such as spongy mesophyll
xylem and phloem
· Fully explains factors affecting rates of diffusion in lungs /
placenta / roots.
Regularly apply interdependence theory in new and unfamiliar
contexts. regularly link independence to Energy / Cells / Forces
etc
· Explain the mathematical reasons that energy is “lost” down a
food chain and the importance of this.
· Explain the steps in respect to survival of the fittest and
selective breeding
· Explain global warming in complex terms analysing a range of
evidence
Regularly apply particle theory in new and unfamiliar contexts.
regularly link Particle theory to Energy / Cells / Forces etc
· Explain mathematical relationship of pressure & volume in
particle terms.
· Recognise patterns of electrons relating to the position on
the periodic table
· Fully explains factors affecting rates of diffusion in lungs /
placenta / roots.
Regularly apply Forces theory in new and unfamiliar contexts.
Begin to link force theory to Cells / Energy / Particles etc
· Explain mathematical relationship involved in moments &
turning forces
· Regularly use formulae in multi-step forces calculation
questions
· Recognise patterns of electrons relating to the position on
the periodic table
· Fully explains factors affecting rates of diffusion in lungs /
placenta / roots.
Regularly apply Energy theory in new and unfamiliar contexts.
Begin to link Energy theory to Particles / Cells / Forces etc
· Regularly use formulae in multi-step Energy calculation
questions
Eg Work done and efficiency
· Carry out mathematical calculation of energy eg food / moving
object.
· Explain factors affecting the rates of conduction / convection
/ radiation.
· Explain energy and electrons relating to series and parallel
circuits.
Demonstrate a balanced view backed up by scientific evidence for
or against a particular development / decision.
· Complex ideas
Eg Genetic Engineering
Eg Safety of mobile phones
· The impact & potential solutions to the problems of global
warming
· The choice of material used in the making of specific
products.
Critical and very detailed approach
St 54 – 58
7.0 – 7.9(A)
Able to apply cell theory / system theory to human biology and
health in an integrated manner
· Links between enzymes / respiration / Cell growth and control
in cancers
· How Immunity works at a surface protein level & similarity
to enzymes
· The nature and potential of Stem Cells in medical
treatments
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform Biological
complex calculations in relatively familiar contexts
· Calculations such as Enzyme rates etc
· Interpretation of heart trace and relation to pressure in
ventricles
Primarily accurate Biological terminology
Able to apply interdependence theory in an integrated manner to
complex problems / unexpected environmental outcomes.
· Analysis of the spread of disease such as an Ebola outbreak
proposing strategies for the WHO / Countries
· Benefits & concerns relating to cloning and genetic
engineering of crops.
Use of a range of maths skills to perform complex Environmental
calculations in relatively familiar contexts
· Calculations such as those related to efficiency vs animal
welfare concerns for intensive farming & price in shops
Primarily accurate ecology terminology
Able to apply Particle theory in an integrated manner to complex
questions
· Osmotic pressure in potatoes
· Diffusion across semi permeable membranes to explain
biological phenomena
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex
particle calculations in relatively familiar contexts
· Surface Area to Volume ratios and implications relating to
organisms.
Primarily accurate Chemistry terminology
Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of forces.
· Applied forces in engineering problems
· Applied forces in biological problems.
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Forces
calculations in relatively familiar contexts
· Calculations involved in work done where data from a previous
question is needed in the follow up question
· Complex Pressure & hydraulics calculation
Primarily accurate Physics terminology
Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of energy
· Able to propose innovative strategies to improve the
efficiency of a motor
· Able to link biological systems, chemical and / or physical
changes such as those involved in enzyme activity reducing
activation energy
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Energy
calculations in relatively familiar contexts
· Calculations involved in biological situation that is then
applied to other organisms / situations
Primarily accurate Physics terminology
Uses accurate scientific terminology and is able to recognise
when inaccurate or biased terminology has had an impact.
· Eg a politician using science inappropriately such as in the
greenhouse debate
· Eg both sides of the argument distorting the interpretation of
data to suit their desired outcome
Can evaluate several sources of data and information and compile
detailed conclusions based on the evidence.
· Eg considered views about what governments should be doing
regarding gene therapy
St 59 – 63
8.0 – 8.9(A*)
Demonstrate relevant & comprehensive knowledge &
understanding of Cell and Human Biology & apply this to both
familiar & unfamiliar contexts
· Loop of Henle & counter current diffusion implications
· How a nerve agent / snake venom might work and potential
symptoms
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex
Biological calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar
contexts
· Calculations eg nerve impulse speeds
· Complex Genetics Calculations
Uses accurate Biological terminology
Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge &
understanding of Ecology & apply to both familiar &
unfamiliar contexts
· Analysis of a complex ecological site to propose best
sustainable options.
· Able to debate effectively about the dangers and benefits of
genetic modification of crops
Use of a range of maths skills to perform complex Environmental
calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts
· Calculations involved in Chi-square tests
· Complex population data analysis
Uses accurate Environmental terminology
Demonstrate relevant & comprehensive knowledge &
understanding of Chemistry & apply to both familiar &
unfamiliar contexts
· Complex bonding in Benzene and reasons for stability / extra
energy
· Hydrogen bonding and its importance for water as a stable
solvent.
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex
particle calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts
· Complex calculations predicting mass of product / % Yield from
equations using data from previous molarity question
Uses accurate Chemistry terminology
Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of forces & apply to both familiar &
unfamiliar contexts
· Applied forces in engineering problems
· Forces involved in complex unfamiliar contexts such as kidney
/ Hovercraft.
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Forces
calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts
· Complex Pressure and hydraulics calculations which rely on
double stage applied forces formulae
Uses accurate Physical Science terminology
Demonstrate relevant and comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of energy & apply to both familiar &
unfamiliar contexts
· Able to propose innovative strategies to improve the
efficiency of a motor
· Able to link biological systems, chemical and / or physical
changes such as those involved in enzyme activity reducing
activation energy
Use of a range of mathematical skills to perform complex Energy
calculations in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts
· Calculations involved in biological situation that is then
applied to impact of life on the moon / other planets
Uses accurate scientific terminology and is able to recognise
when inaccurate or biased terminology has had an impact.
· Eg a politician using science inappropriately such as in the
greenhouse debate
· Eg both sides of the argument distorting the interpretation of
data to suit their desired outcome
Can evaluate several sources of data and information and compile
detailed conclusions based on the evidence.
· Eg considered views about what governments should be doing
regarding gene therapy
Exceptional Awareness and Application
St 64 – 67
9.0 – 9.6 (A**)
Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of Cell and
Human Biology close to A-Level Standards and apply this to
unfamiliar contexts
· Structure of organelles
· Enzyme Kinetics
Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of ecology
issues close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar
contexts
· Full evaluation of a complex ecological issues to propose best
sustainable options with evidence to support.
· Able to debate in considerable detail about the dangers and
benefits of genetic modification of crops.
Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding Chemistry
close to A-Level Standards & apply to unfamiliar contexts
· Complex bonding in Benzene and reasons for stability / extra
energy
· Hydrogen bonding and its importance in proteins / DNA /
Antibodies etc
Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of the role
of forces close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar
contexts
· Eg Comparison of subatomic forces strengths and comparing this
to bond energy levels to predict other bond energy values in new
situations
Demonstrate extensive knowledge & understanding of the role
of energy close to A-Level Standards and apply this to unfamiliar
contexts
Innovative research and analysis rarely seen at GCSE level
· Eg Systematic analysis of a range of ideas and research to
find answers / evidence in support of various strands of
thought
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