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Current Developments in Food Production


Grade Work Samples
End of Stage 5 (end of Year 10)
Grade B Reese  
Grade C Ainsley  
Grade D Nicky  
New Work Samples
Shane
Dale
Jules

Description of activity

Students read an article on organic food, ‘Healthy appetite for growing industry’ by C. Cooper. In a written response of about 150 words, they identify and explain the arguments for and against organic food production. Students then explain the impact on producers of producing organic food, and the impact on consumers purchasing organic food.

Context

Students have been researching current developments in trends in food consumption and modified foods. They have identified broad guidelines for healthy eating and understand the nutritional components of food.

Outcomes

5.3.1 describes the relationship between food consumption, the nutritional value of foods and the health of individuals and communities
5.4.1 collects, evaluates and applies information from a variety of sources
5.4.2 communicates ideas and information using a range of media and appropriate terminology
5.6.1 examines the relationship between food, technology and society
5.6.2 examines the impact of activities related to food on the individual, society and environment

Criteria for assessing learning

(These criteria would normally be communicated to students with this activity)

Students will be assessed on their ability to:

  • identify and explain the arguments for and against organic food production in the article, ‘Healthy appetite for growing industry’
  • explain the impact of producing organic food, and the impact on consumers purchasing organic food.
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