
GCSE Science Ready Transition Tests for KS3 to GCSE
Collins (Publisher)
Published on 28. October 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-0-00-821531-6 (ISBN)
Description
This bank of 40 tests comprehensively cover the AQA KS3 Science syllabus allowing teachers to pinpoint problem areas and monitor progress. Benchmarked to the GCSE Assessment Objectives and AQA's assessment framework, it is designed to be used alongside the accompanying Intervention Tasks to ensure pupils achieve mastery of key concepts and skills.
Comprehensive coverage of the mastery statements within AQA KS3 syllabus allows teachers to check all required knowledge and skills and pinpoint gaps * Structured according to the AQA syllabus framework with two tests for each Big Idea, the first test for Year 1 topics, the second test for Year 2 topics * A total of 40 tests, with 20 'before' tests covering the entire syllabus and 20 'after' tests, covering the same syllabus content, to provide benchmarked assessment of learning progress * Each test consists of 25 marks and is broken down into 10 'Know', 10 'Apply' and 5 'Extend' marks aligning with GCSE Assessment Objectives * Coverage of all Enquiry Processes and required mathematical equations to ensure working scientifically skills are embedded before the transition to GCSE * A simple tracking chart will allow teachers to diagnose pupil and class progress in detail and assess required next steps and appropriate interventions
Comprehensive coverage of the mastery statements within AQA KS3 syllabus allows teachers to check all required knowledge and skills and pinpoint gaps * Structured according to the AQA syllabus framework with two tests for each Big Idea, the first test for Year 1 topics, the second test for Year 2 topics * A total of 40 tests, with 20 'before' tests covering the entire syllabus and 20 'after' tests, covering the same syllabus content, to provide benchmarked assessment of learning progress * Each test consists of 25 marks and is broken down into 10 'Know', 10 'Apply' and 5 'Extend' marks aligning with GCSE Assessment Objectives * Coverage of all Enquiry Processes and required mathematical equations to ensure working scientifically skills are embedded before the transition to GCSE * A simple tracking chart will allow teachers to diagnose pupil and class progress in detail and assess required next steps and appropriate interventions
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Interest Age: From 14 to 16 years
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
A4
Dimensions
Height: 297 mm
Width: 210 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
490 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-00-821531-6 (9780008215316)
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Persons
Ed Walsh is Science Adviser in Cornwall and the Series Editor for Collins KS3 Science. He has contributed to Collins KS4 Science books supporting courses from AQA, EdExcel and OCR, and has written materials for the Secondary National Strategy. Ed was a teacher for 20 years, 12 as subject leader, and has taught in Manchester, South Wales and Cornwall. He is a regular provider of CPD events at ASE Conferences.