Assessing Science Investigations: Solution

Question 1

The STANSW Young Scientist Scoring Rubric has four levels of achievement.

Solution:

  1. True
  2. False

Answer:

  1. True

Question 2

A student in years 3-6 who has planned and conducted a fair test could achieve at level 2, 3 or 4.

Solution:

  1. True
  2. False

Answer:

  1. False

Question 3

Generally a student who achieves a level 1 assessment has not engaged in a scientific investigation.

Solution:

  1. True
  2. False

Answer:

  1. True

Question 4

Making a prediction is a process of scientific investigations that is recognised within the scoring rubrics.

Solution:

  1. True
  2. False

Answer:

  1. True

Question 5

The Young Scientist rubric for years 3-6 recognises innovation and creativity.

Solution:

  1. True
  2. False.

Answer:

  1. True