Quakers Hill HighYear 10

Assessment Booklet

2014

FACULTY: History COURSE: Year 10 Mandatory History

Assessment Task 1

Name Of Assessment Task Source Analysis

Weighting or % 10%

Outcomes Assessed HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry processHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia

Due Date Week 5 Term 1

Assessment Task 2

Name Of Assessment Task Empathy Task- Vietnam Era

Weighting or % 20%

Outcomes Assessed HT5-4 explains and analyses the causes and effects of events and developments in the modern world and AustraliaHT5-6 uses relevant evidence from sources to support historical narratives, explanations and analyses of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-8 selects and analyses a range of relevant historical sources to locate information relevant to an historical inquiryHT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for different audiences .

Due Date Week 3 Term 2

Assessment Task 3

Name Of Assessment Task Half Yearly Exam

Weighting or % 20%

Outcomes Assessed HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-9applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past

Due Date Week 3/4 Term 2

Assessment Task 4

Name Of Assessment Task Site Study

Weighting or % 10%

Outcomes Assessed HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the pastHT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for different audiences.

Due Date Week 4 Term 3

Assessment Task 5

Name Of Assessment Task Research Task

Weighting or % 20%

Outcomes Assessed HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry processHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia

Due Date Week 8 Term 3

Assessment Task 6

Name Of Assessment Task Yearly Collegiate Exam

Weighting or % 20%

Outcomes Assessed HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-3 explains and analyses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the historical contexts that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past.

Due Date Week 5 Term 4

Source Analysis Test.OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:

HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry processHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia.

Source SheetUse these sources and your own knowledge to answer 2 questions asked in class. You are allowed to create a “cheat sheet” on the back of this sheet. You will need to print this sheet out and bring it to class.

1954http://www.seofh.com/p/view/id-16344

www.britannica.com

Australia in the 20th century Working Historically pg 256 2004

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Range Marking Criteria Mark9-10 Refers to all four sources with reference to own knowledge.

Written in a clear well structured, logical formExplains context, audience, and motive and assesses reliability.Effective evaluation of the usefulness of sources in relation to the events, people and issues.

Evaluate

7-8 Refers to all four sources with reference to own knowledge.Written in clear logical form with some minor faults such as paragraphing structure.Explains context, audience, motive and reliability.Attempted evaluation of the usefulness of sources in relation to the events, people and issues.

5-6 Refers to three sources with some reference to own knowledge.Written in paragraphing structure.Attempts to explain context, audience, motive and reliability.Mentions usefulness of source.

3-4 Refers to three sources.Written as narrative referring only to detail in the source with little or no own knowledge.Some attempts to explain context, audience, motive and reliability.

1-2 Refers only to one source.Written in basic manner with either detail from one source or own knowledge.Little to no reference to context, audience , motive or reliability.

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EMPATHY TASK “Vietnam” ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING: 20% of assessment grade

OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED: HT5-4 explains and analyses the causes and effects of events and developments in the modern

world and Australia HT5-6 uses relevant evidence from sources to support historical narratives, explanations and

analyses of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-8 selects and analyses a range of relevant historical sources to locate information relevant

to an historical inquiryHT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate

effectively about the past for different audiences.

You can choose the following options for this task:

Option 1 Prepare a speech for Vietnam Veteran’s Association dinner. Your speech should be through the eyes of an Australian veteran who was in Vietnam; or a loved one who was also af-fected by the war (e.g. Wife or husband). In your speech you must refer to the War and post-war experience, it must also reflect the social, political and cultural developments of the Vietnam War.

Or

Option 2

Prepare a speech for a Vietnam War anniversary dinner. Your speech should be from the experience of a refugee from South-East-Asia. Describe your experiences during and after Vietnam War. Make sure you talk about your experiences in Australia as a refugee. The speech must also make reference to the impact the war had on political and cultural Australian life.

This is an empathy task so you must put yourself in their shoes. You may choose to dress up, have props etc. You can record yourself in audio (use your note-book) or you may use movie maker or a home video to record the entire performance as your chosen personality.

Teachers will not hesitate to give extra marks for effort and creativity. So if you want to be in “the jungle” go for it.

PRESENTATION A transcript of the speech is to be provided along with the recording of your speech ( you may use

Voki or any other web2 tool but you must make sure it works). The transcript presented in a single plastic sleeve.or it may be emailed as a work document

Cover Sheet must be included with your assessment

BIBLIOGRAPHY on a separate page – (2 marks)

THE BIBLIOGRAPHY MUST INCLUDE: * One encyclopaedia source Three internet source Three History books

SEE EXPLANATION AND EXAMPLE OF BIBILIOGRAPHY AT BACK OF BOOKLET

Please Note: If presentation requirements are not met you will have to re-submit your assignment!!!

RANGE Research (13 Marks)

MARKING CRITERIA

MARK

13– 10 Well-developed clear, logical structure. Clear detailed explanation of the social, political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam

War. Clear detailed evaluation of the impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.

9 - 7 Well-developed clear, logical structure. General explanation of the social, political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam War. General evaluation of the impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.

6– 4 A developed clear, logical structure. Some explanation of the social, political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam War. Some

evaluation of the impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.

3-2 A brief, undeveloped explanation of the social, political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam War. A brief mention of the

impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.1 Lacking a clear, logical structure. A brief, statement about the Vietnam

War. A brief statement of Australians in any war.0 Non Attempt

RANGE Oral (5 Marks) MARK

5 Strong oral presentation including multiple teachniques.4 Competent oral presentation with one or two techniques .3 Oral presentation which includes an introduction, conclusion, with some

detail or effort2-1 Attempts oral presentation or submits only a transcript0 No speech2 Completed on a separate page Includes at least: 1 encyclopaedia, 2

internet source, 4 history books Maintains appropriate reference structure (based on example given in assessment task)

1 Bibliography included Includes at least: l encyclopaedia, 1 Internet source, 2 history books. Maintains appropriate reference structure (based on example given in assessment task)

Site Study.Weighting 10%

A site study is a detailed investigation of a heritage site. The site can be local, re-gional, national or international and can be a cultural heritage site. A site study in-

volves researching a range of sources, recognising how people have changed the environment and understanding the historical context of the site

OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:

HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past

HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for different audiences.

Instructions

Choose ONE of the following sites:

Luna Park or Garden Island

Write a report on the following, minimum 800 words.

1 An overview and details about the site 2 How the site has changed over time, 3 How the site has stayed the same and what were the reasons that site has remained intact or has changed.

Presentation: You may submit your work either hand written or typed on A4 paper in a plastic sleave; it may be emailed or handed in on a USB.

RANGE MARKING CRITERIAMARK

9-10 Sequences major historical events to show understanding of continuity, change and causation.Locates, selects and organises historical information from numerous sourcesCreates well-structured answer addressing the reason for changes in a detailed manner. May have some imperfections

7-8 Sequences some historical events to show understanding of continuity, change and causation.Locates, selects and organises historical information from a few sourcesCreates structured answer addressing the reason for changes in a detailed manner.

5-6 Has difficulty sequencing historical events to show understanding of continuity, change and causation.Locates, selects and organises historical information a sourceSome structure to address the reason for changes. Some good detail. May be short in length.

3-4 Students write a paragraph about the site. Included some detail but does not address question.

1-2Student makes a few comments about the site.

0 Non Attempt

RESEARCH TASK Essay QuestionASSESSMENT WEIGHTING: 20% of assessment grade

Outcomes:HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry processHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia.

Question: How has life in Australia changed post WWII? Length 1000 word minimum.

In your answer you may refer to the following:

Social and cultural changes in post-World war II and your decade study. The Vietnam War era and the threat of Communism Changing rights and freedoms People power and the politics in the post war period, including the Freedom Rides and

Australia’s role in the UN

You may follow the essay format below

You must include a bibliography:THE BIBLIOGRAPHY MUST INCLUDE: At least 3 books and must have at least 5 items in total. Swirk and wikepedia are not an acceptable reference.

Introduction:

Paragraph 1

Paragraph 2

Paragraph 3

Paragraph 4

Paragraph 5

Paragraph 6

Conclusion:

How to submit: This assessment should be submitted on paper to your teacher. You may only submit by email if circumstances mean you are away on the submission date. All submission must have your name in the title e.g. K_Critchley_Vietnam PowerPoint. Submissions without names will have marks deducted. You must include a bibliography.

RANGE MARKING CRITERIA MARK17-20 Well-developed explanation of social, political

and cultural developments and events and evaluates their impact on Australian life.Critically assesses the impact of international events and relationships on Australia’s history.Strong use of essay format.Detailed quotations and paraphrasing.Correct use of bibliographyReferencing correctly used.May have some minor faults

14-16 Developed explanation of social, political and cultural developments and events and evaluates their impact on Australian lifeAttempts to assess the impact of international events and relationships on Australia’s historyGood use of essay structure.Logical use of quotations.Correct use of bibliographyReferencing correctly used. May have some faults.

10-13 Sound explanation of social, political and cultural developments and events and evaluates their impact on Australian lifeSome assessment of impact of international events and relationships on Australia’s history.Sound use of paragraphs. Narrative structure, covering some of the topics listed.Developing use of quotations.Correct use of bibliographyDeveloped referencing.May have some faults.

6-10 Little explanation of social, political and cultural developments and events and evaluates their impact on Australian life in sophisticated mannerLittle assessment of the impact of international events and relationships on Australia’s history Use of paragraphs. Narrative structure.Little or no use of quotations.Lack of developed referencing.

0-5 General answer of 2 paragraphs. Incorrect use of essay format.

Assessment Task Three and Six: Half Yearly and Core Exam

Assessment Weighting: 20% of assessment grade

The Task:

Students will sit an examination, testing them on outcomes relating to the Stage 5 History Course which they have covered this year. The exam will consist of three sections, including:

1) A multiple choice source analysis section.2) A short response section3) A site study question4) A long response section

In order to prepare for their examination, students are advised to revise:

OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:

HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-3 explains and analyses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the historical contexts that shaped the modern world and AustraliaHT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and AustraliaHT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past