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Work Sample : Ariel

Activity : Helping hand

    Helping hand - Ariel : Grade Commentary

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Ariel has demonstrated elementary knowledge and understanding of time. There is very limited use of mathematical language, and the diagram of the clock is inaccurate. The diagram shows a recognition of the features of an analog clock face but the features have not been explained. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade E standard at the end of Stage 2.

Grade E

The student has an elementary knowledge and understanding in few areas of the content and has achieved very limited competence in some of the processes and skills.

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Foundation Statement strands

The following strands are covered in this activity:

  • Working Mathematically
    Students ask questions and use appropriate mental or written strategies, and technology, to solve problems. They use appropriate terminology to describe and link mathematical ideas, check statements for accuracy and explain reasoning.
  • Measurement and Data
    Students estimate, measure, compare and record length, area, volume, capacity and mass using some formal units. They read and record time in hours and minutes in digital and analogue notation and make comparisons between time units. Students gather and organise data to create and interpret tables and graphs.
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