Particular skills or attributes may be selected from a larger task for specific assessment purposes. The following table outlines ways the variety of assessment strategies, listed in the 'How'column on the previous page, can be used to gather data on student learning in Science. Teacher Observations Watching work in progress shows student attitudes, communication and process skills. Tests Tests can show the extent of students' scientific knowledge and ability to apply it. Teacher Questioning Questioning can check the depth of student understanding, show attitudes.
Open questions can show ability to apply knowledge to new situations.
Research projects Students working on projects can show planning, organising and investigative skills. Project products can show analysing, interpreting and communication skills. ICT should be incorporated where appropriate. Presentations Oral or written presentations allow students to show their ability to communicate scientifically and their understanding and application of scientific knowledge. In practical activities students can demonstrate investigative abilities, prediction and manipulative skills.