STM STAGE Physics - Scientific Explanations Explaining Supporting ...

Physics - Scientific Explanations STM STA GE

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Explaining

Communicating

Supporting

can collect, organise and II can describe familiar present information events. What ? How ?

I can make a simple scientific observation.

I can make a correct scientific statement but I do not explain it of give a reason to support it.

I use simple scientific ideas to help me describe

I answer in full sentences and attempt to use scientific words.

I can use a simple diagram to help me describe.

I can explain familiar events Why ? . Because ? .

I can make simple connections between ideas e.g. this is happening because of that

I can give a sensible reason for my answer but do not always fully explain or sometimes make mistakes.

I use a scientific model to help me explain

I answer in paragraphs with scientific words mostly used correctly.

I can use a labelled diagram to help me explain

I can explain things that we cannot normally see e.g. how particles cause things to happen

I can make multiple connections between ideas e.g. this is causing that to happen because of . . .

I can use more than one piece of evidence to support my answer including data, graphs and charts.

I can apply abstract scientific models in new situations

I answer in logical paragraphs with correct use of the expected scientific vocabulary.

I illustrate my explanations with annotated diagrams

I can explain complex ideas that require a high level of scientific understanding and make accurate generalisations.

I can fully explain how all the parts of my answer give a whole picture/ theory.

I can skilfully use numerical data and compare supporting and contradictory evidence to produce a reasoned explanation.

I can apply an abstract scientific model in a new context and identify the good points and bad points of the models that I use.

I write logically structured answers with correct use of complex scientific terminology.

I refer to diagrams in my text using them to support my explanations.

My explanations demonstrate an exceptional level of scientific understanding which I can apply in a range of unfamiliar contexts.

I can make connections between explanations and ideas in other relevant areas of science which were not previously being looked at.

I can critically evaluate the quality and reliability of evidence used to support an explanation and draw a conclusion based on the strongest evidence.

I can skilfully use complex models requiring a high level of scientific understanding and explain the strengths and limitations each.

I write extended logically structured answers with skilful use of scientific language.

I use diagrams & text imaginatively to explain.

I can make appropriate improvements to work based on feedback

Physics - Planning Investigations STM STA GE

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Prediction can collect, organise and II make a simple prediction about present information what might happen to one variable I can make appropriate when I change another improvements to work based on

Equipment

Method I plan to collect an appropriate amount of readings. (>5)

I write a simple method with limited detail.

I can make a list of the most appropriate equipment and draw the set up with help

I select a variable to change & a variable to measure in a fair test

I can come up with my own question to test based on some simple scientific K&U

I select appropriate equipment with reasons and draw a labelled diagram.

I identify the most suitable independent, dependent and control variables.

I plan to repeat my experiment to test its reliability.

I write a step by step plan

I can come up with a scientific question which can be tested and is based on relevant science

I select the most suitable equipment with reasons and specify the volumes/ amounts of substances I will use.

I state which control variables must be kept the same and describe how this will be done

I clearly state the range, interval and number of repeats I will record.

I specify the measurements I will take and the volumes/ amounts I will use

I come up with a testable hypothesis & justify it based on my own research.

I justify my choice of equipment with respect to its resolution and range of measurement.

I recognise variables which cannot be fully controlled and plan to minimise their effect if possible.

I use preliminary tests to identify the range & interval or readings

I plan to collect accurate data with precision.

I generate & justify a complex numerical hypothesis based on research and detailed K&U

I can use complex equipment, explain how calibrate it and how to use it with precision.

I explain how failure to control some variables could affect the results.

I plan in detail how I will analyse my data.

I use scientific K&U to justify my strategy with reference to repeatability

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Physics - Planning Investigations (2) STM STA GE

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Error

Risk

Recording

can identity collect, organise and present information II can some predictable human errors such as I can make appropriate improvements to work based reaction time.

I identify obvious risks to myself & others

I plan to record my observations

I identify relevant experimental errors that may occur.

I plan to minimise risk & act on safety suggestions

I plan to record my observations in a structured way.

I explain how I will reduce the effect of possible experimental errors.

I recognise & control a range of relevant risks

I make my own results table with units in the column headings and room for repeat readings and mean values

I explain how I will collect data with accuracy and precision.

I assess the likelihood and severity of a risk.

I design a well-structured results table and record data to the appropriate level of precision.

I explain how I will analyse the accuracy and reliability of my data.

I make a detailed risk assessment

I plan how to handle anomalous data and statistically analyse the results in my table.

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Physics - Analysing Data STM STA GE

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Graphs I can collect, organise Draw a simple graph and present / chart on given axes. information Some plotting errors. I can make

Trends State a trend or pattern using simple language.

Calcs

Supporting a Conclusion Write a simple conclusion that agrees with the data.

Prop

I can use everyday ideas or common sense to explain results.

I can decide if my results support my prediction

I can put numbers into a simple formula

Identify balanced & unbalanced systems

appropriate

Draw a simple graph and label the axes with some help to do a scale or plot points.

Describe patterns, trends & relationships

Write a conclusion and refer to data in the table or graph.

I can relate appropriate scientific K&U to my conclusion.

I decide if the available data supports my hypothesis

Use a formula triangle to rearrange equations

Numerically describe simple relationships between variables

Devise a simple scale and draw a graph with correct labels units, title & line of best fit.

Describe a trend using data from a table or graph. Identify any inconsistencies.

Use primary & secondary data to form conclusions

I use scientific K&U to logically explain my results.

I say which data supports my hypothesis & which does not

I can independently rearrange equations

Numerically explain directly proportional relationships & systems in equilibrium

Independently drawn. Accurately plotted Best fit line or curve, Fills > half page.

Calculate a gradient and use it to quantitatively describe a trend.

Give a numerical conclusion and

I use a range of sources & and detailed scientific K&U to explain conclusions

I qualify how ?strongly? the data supports my hypothesis

Rearrange non-linear formulae and/ or convert to appropriate units.

Numerically explain direct & inverse proportionality

Draw a graph with multiple or complex data sets. To include range bars and a key

Calculate upper & lower bounds from range bars & worst fit lines. Analyse all aspects of complex trends

Give numerical upper / lower bounds. Explain the range over which it applies and any other limiting factors.

Detailed K&U is used to justify the conclusion and explain unexpected outcomes

I quantitatively compare the data against my numerical hypothesis

Apply formulae in different contexts. Use standard form.

I can explain proportionality of non-linear equations.

compare it with primary and secondary data.

Physics - Analysing Data (2)

Advanced Level

STM STA GE Graphs Use of y=mx+c to plot graph or determine the equation.

Convert nonlinear relationships to the form Y=mx+c and plot.

Trends Use statistical methods to analyse how well data fits the trend. E.g. calculation of correlation coefficients.

Calcs

Supporting a Conclusion Research and reference other studies and critically evaluate how your conclusion fits with the findings of other studies

Use advanced level scientific K&U to justify conclusions and explain unexpected outcomes.

I can use the data from my experiment to make quantitative predictions in other situations and identify the limitations of the prediction

Confidently combine multiple formulae, with unit conversion & prefixes

Prop Convert complex non linear equations into the form y=mx+c to determine unknown constants.