Work Samples - Grade A
The work samples for this grade, together, assist teachers to gain a common understanding of the standard of work typically produced by students whose performance, on balance, matches the description for Grade A.
At the end of Stage 5 for the School Certificate, student achievement is reported using the Course Performance Descriptors. Read more about School Certificate Grading.
Activity: Speaking - Clothing Shop Conversation (View Activity…)
Students work in pairs/groups to role-play a shopping transaction in an imaginary department store.
Work Samples: Ariel
Activity: Reading and Responding - Email Birthday Response (View Activity…)
Students decide what to buy their friend for his/her birthday by reading and responding to an email suggesting possible gift ideas.
Work Samples: Cameron
Activity: Interview (View Activity…)
Students interview a person from an Arabic-speaking background who has moved to Australia.
Grade A
The student has an extensive knowledge and understanding of the content and can readily apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has achieved a very high level of competence in the processes and skills and can apply these skills to new situations.