Year 10 Parent and Student Information Presentation - Term 2, 2021
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Year 10 Parent and Student Information Presentation Term 2, 2021
Focus • SET Planning and Tertiary Pathways • Academic Integrity • Assessment submission protocols • Information on the IB Diploma Programme
SET Planning and Tertiary Pathways Ms Katrina Judge
Measures of Success • International Baccalaureate Diploma • QTAC Selection Rank (ATAR equivalent) • Queensland Certificate of Education
Diploma Score vs
University Entrance Score
Completion of an IB ACTAC translate this to
Diploma results in an IB an ATAR equivalent
score (max. 45) rank which is used by
QTAC, etc for university
entrance (max. 99.95)
Convert Your IB Diploma Score to a QTAC Selection Rank (ATAR)
Tertiary Entrance Students applying for university courses are assessed on merit and eligibility. Applicants are listed from lowest to highest based on their ATAR/QTAC Selection Rank. ‘Cut-offs’ are determined by the number of places.
Adjustment Factors (previously Bonus Ranks) Some universities offer Adjustment Factors (Bonus Ranks) when you successfully complete specific subjects in Year 12. Each university has its own scheme. You don’t have to apply for these schemes as Adjustment Factors are automatically given when you apply for courses through QTAC (or other TACs as relevant). At UQ, you may receive up to five Adjustment Factors: 2 Adjustment Factors for passing your IBDP second language study 2 Adjustment Factors for achieving a conceded pass in Mathematics AA HL 1 Adjustment Factors for completing a university-level enrichment course (UQ WRIT or START QUT)
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) Criteria for achieving Queensland Certificate of Education https://www.qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/certificates-qualifications/qce/overview Must achieve a “4” or better in five subjects (Certificate II/III equivalent to 1-2 subjects) to gain sufficient credits towards QCE. Literacy/ numeracy requirement is met by a “4” or better in an IB mathematics and IB English subject at course completion or through Internal Assessment component. QCE does not influence tertiary entrance.
Planning for a QCE – SET Plan A Senior Education and Training Plan (SET) Plan helps students structure their learning around their abilities, interests and ambitions. As part of the planning process, students think about their future, consider their abilities and investigate their options for careers and further education. The student, their parents or carers, and the school collaborate to develop the SET Plan, which details what, where and how a student will study during their senior phase of learning (usually Years 11 and 12). The plan is finalised with a student interview during Semester 1 of Year 10.
Ongoing Planning and Monitoring • Teacher monitoring: Data Walls, SDAPs, PLPs, Collective Responsibility • Academic Progression Policy • Lunchbox career information sessions • QASMT Tertiary Expo, Monday 19 July • Options Career Bulletins • From the GO newsletters • Individual support as requested • Year 11 – Career Pulse event, UQ • Year 12 – Career Breakfast • Year 12 – Individual Student Career Interviews
Academic Integrity Ms Rebecca Skarshewski
Academic Integrity Policy Available on school website https://qasmt.eq.edu.au/our-school/policies
Academic Misconduct – IB definition The IB Organisation defines academic misconduct as behaviour (whether deliberate or inadvertent) that results in, or may result in, the candidate or any other candidate gaining an unfair advantage in one or more components of assessment.
Some Forms of Academic Misconduct • Plagiarism • Collusion • Lack of referencing • Exchanging information or in any way supporting the passing on of information to another candidate about the content of an examination. • Any other behaviour that gains an unfair advantage for a candidate or that affects the results of another candidate.
Steps taken to prevent Academic Misconduct • Academic Integrity briefing for students and parents. • Teachers provide information on citing and referencing. • All drafts and completed work to be submitted to Academic Honesty Checker ‘TURNITIN’. • School based drafting process. • Assessment calendar – spaced assessments to support time management.
Assessment Submission Protocols All drafts and completed work to be submitted to Daymap (linked to Turnitin) by the due date at 8.30am Non-submission or late submission without a prior approved extension may result in a zero mark being recorded. If an IB Assessment is awarded a non-submission an F grade for that component may be recorded resulting in an N for the subject. The award of an N grade will prevent a student from gaining a Diploma. Extension request due to circumstances beyond a student’s control to be submitted to the Director of Senior Years only. Circumstances such as acute illness or injury, the death of a close relative, unavoidable attendance at a hospital or court of law. It does not include failure of IT device or technical issues. Submit the ‘correct’ version.
IBO’s Position While the school takes steps to ensure that the work is authentic to the best of our knowledge, ultimately, the candidates are responsible for ensuring that the final version of any work is authentic. Candidates themselves must bear the consequences if they submit any work for assessment that is not their own, regardless of whether the plagiarism was deliberate or due to negligence.
What can parents do to help?
• Encourage students to plan each assignment.
• Avoid over scheduling and align family schedules to children’s study and assessment planners.
• Establish a good level of communication with the House Dean and subject teachers so that you
understand the requirements of the Diploma Programme and what is expected of students.
• Encourage them to ask their teachers for advice if they are having difficulty with their work.
• Become familiar with the Academic Integrity Policy and actively discuss with their children the
content and related implications.
• Understand the implications of academic misconduct.
• Approach the school if their children need additional support.
• Recognise the role of external tutors and ensure that these tutors are aware of the
Academy’s Academic Integrity Policy. They should be aware that tutors must abide by the
requirements of academic integrity when providing tuition related to Academy and IB assessment
tasks.Moving into the DP Ms Tanya Haggarty
IB Diploma Requirements
Criteria IB Diploma Score (/45)
CAS completed
IB awarded score for 6 subjects, TOK & EE
Total IB score 24 points or more
TOK & EE (A to E) D (minimum)
Grade of 1 (HL or SL) 0
Grade of 2 (HL or SL) Fewer than 3 awarded
Grade of 3 (HL or SL) Fewer than 4 awarded
Sum of 3 x HLs = 12 points or more
Sum of 3 x SLs = 9 points or more
No evidence of academic misconduct Starting the IB Diploma In Term 1, Year 11 students will commence the IB Diploma Programme. It is an Academy expectation that students will be continuing with subjects studied in the Diploma Preparation Programme. Students will select the Standard Level and Higher Level subjects they will study in the IB Diploma in Term 3.
Standard Level (SL) vs Higher Level (HL) All students must study 3 subjects at Higher Level and 3 subjects at Standard Level. SL courses are recommended to have at least 150 hours of instructional time, and HL courses are recommended to have at least 240 instructional hours. In most cases both SL and HL courses consist of the same educational aims, core syllabus and curriculum and assessment models. HL courses typically also include a range of additional elements designed to allow students to explore areas of interest within the subject in more depth. In this sense, SL courses are not watered down versions of their HL counterparts, they are assessed at the same rigorous IB standard.
SL vs HL continued Typically when doing course comparisons, external bodies have compared IB SL courses with the alternative curriculum. Comparisons across several countries have found in most instances SL courses are as demanding if not more so than the comparative courses. SL courses meet university pre-requisites for all subjects. (Some exceptions at overseas institutions.)
Subject Recommendations It is an Academy expectation that students will be continuing with subjects studied in the Diploma Preparation Programme. Students will receive an individualised letter with a recommendation of subjects for them to study in the IB Diploma Programme and the subjects they are recommended to study at Higher Level (HL) based on their achievement in the Diploma Preparation Programme. IB Diploma subject selection occurs in Term 3.
Choosing Higher Level (HL) Subjects • Start with your recommendations. • Choose your HLs from those subjects which you achieve best at, enjoy most and which will support your career aspirations and further your studies the best. • Choose levels which will give you a well-balanced program that is both achievable and enjoyable.
University Pre-Requisites SL subjects meet university pre-requisite requirements. (Some exceptions apply with a few overseas universities). All Mathematics courses meet the Mathematical Methods pre-requisite for university except for Mathematics Applications and Interpretations SL. Students should check with the Guidance Officer for specific enquiries.
Language A: School Supported Self Study (SSST) Non-native English speaking students at QASMT have the possibility of studying their mother tongue in the Diploma Programme as one of their six subjects. This is not a language acquisition or learning course but rather a literature course that is studied in mother tongue. Language A: Literature SSST is available for study in 55 languages. Students enrolling in SSST must also study English as a Group 1 subject. If you are interested in this option please contact the HoD Language Acquisition (Group 2).
The Inner Core Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) Extended Essay (EE) Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
What is CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service)? CAS enables students to enhance their personal and interpersonal development through experiential learning. It should be a challenging yet enjoyable journey of self discovery.
Creativity Arts and other experiences that involve creative thinking. It may occur in school or outside school. For example: • Creative Writing • Theatre Arts • Robotics • Knitting Club • Music Ensembles • Book club • Debating
Activity Physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle • Duke of Edinburgh • Inter-INSTEP competitions • Soccer • Club Sport (netball, football) • Ultimate Disc • Rock Climbing • Tennis • Ice Skating • Table Tennis • GALA Day School Teams • Badminton
Service Academy supported and self-supported Service Opportunities • Zonta International • Knitting for the Needy • Environmental Club • Leos Club • Smith Reading Buddies • Duke of Edinburgh • Wesley Hospital • Blue Dragon Vietnam • Amnesty International……..
Projects The IB aims to develop internationally minded people. Projects are often a great opportunity for students to give back to their local and international communities. Some projects students have been involved with include: • World Challenge Expeditions • Blue Dragon Vietnam • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • STEM Tour
What is Theory of Knowledge (TOK)? TOK is a course that encourages students to think critically about knowledge. This involves questions like: What counts as knowledge? How does it grow? What are its limits? Who owns knowledge? What is the value of knowledge? What are the implications of having, or not having, knowledge?
Assessment
Theory of Knowledge Presentation in Terms 3/4 of Year 11 – worth 30% of grade.
Internally assessed and externally moderated.
Theory of Knowledge Essay in Year 12 – worth 70% of grade.
Externally assessed and moderated.What is the Extended Essay? An in-depth study of a confined topic within a subject area. Provides students with an opportunity to engage in independent research. A compulsory component of the IB Diploma. The Extended Essay assists students to be Inquirers, Thinkers and Reflective.
What do Students Have To Do? Select a subject area for further study. Select a topic within that subject that they are interested in researching for the Extended Essay. Work with a teacher at QASMT who has expertise in that subject area. Spend at least 40 hours working on their essay. Engage in the kind of independent research and writing skills expected by universities. Write a research paper that is 4000 words in length.
Assessment A student’s Extended Essay is given a predicted grade by their supervisor and then sent to the IBO to be externally assessed. The Extended Essay is combined with TOK to give a maximum of 3 points towards the overall Diploma score.
Importance of the Inner Core
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