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COMMENTS: ATL 1=#N consistently comes to class prepared, manages #h time effectively, and is able to reflect on #h strengths and areas for improvement. 2=#N collaborates with #h classmates by supporting, encouraging, and taking a leadership role in groups. 3=#N's body language, tone and responses to classmates show that #e is actively and positively engaged in #h interactions. #E is articulate, concise, and thoughtful in both #h written work and contributions during class discussion. 4=#N comes to class prepared, manages #h time effectively, and is able to reflect with guidance on #h strengths and areas for improvement. 5=#N collaborates with #h classmates by supporting and respecting others when working in groups. 6=#N's body language, tone and responses to classmates show that #h is actively engaged in #h interactions. #E is articulate in both #h written work and verbal contributions during class discussion. 7=#N usually comes to class prepared and manages #h time effectively with reminders. This is a potential area of growth. 8=#N is respectful when working with others and contributes to discussions in small groups and pairs work. 9=#N uses #h body language and tone with classmates to show #e is actively listening. #E is able to express #h ideas in both #h written work and often contributes to class discussions. 10=An area of growth for #N is to consistently come to class prepared with all materials ready for learning and to utilise #h time in class to complete tasks. 11=An area of growth for #N is to take responsibility for tasks within groups and in partnerships, including written tasks and contributing to discussions. COMMENTS: G6 Closing 1=Overall, #N has played a very positive role in helping our class maintain an open and warm classroom environment through #h exceptional attitude and is encouraged to continue on this path. 2=#N's intrinsic motivation to succeed and #h commitment to #h work and spirit of collaboration has spurred #m on to make excellent progress this year. 3=#N has been a key member of our EngHum class to date. #H positivity and commitment to learning will ensure continued success in #h learning. 4=#N embodies the essence of a EngHum student in terms of #h academic excellence, independence, and passion for the subject. 5=Overall, #N should be very proud of the hard work #e has done in EngHum this year. 6=#N is a positive force of energy in our EngHum class and should be commended on #h commitment to learning. 7=#N should be commended on the valuable contribution #e makes in our class and is encouraged to continue #h avid participation for the rest of the year. 8=It has been heartening to observe #N's increased confidence and engagement in our EngHum class as we hope that it continues into the future. 9=#N is to be commended for #h consistent effort and attitude as it positively contributes to our class environment. 10=I have seen great progress in #N as a learner in EngHum this year. #E should continue on this path of commitment and hard work. 11=Overall, #N has shown growth in maturity and independence which #e should celebrate and continue on with for the rest of the year. 12=Recently, it has become increasingly evident that #N is making strides in #h learning and participation in our EngHum class; this should be celebrated, encouraged, and continued. COMMENTS: G6 HUMS 1=#N has been passionate and engaged throughout the year on our Humanities content; #e makes connections across units of study, demonstrated a deep understanding and application of our Historical Thinking concepts, and find places within units to independently guide #h own learning. 2=Throughout the year, #N has fully dedicated #s to our Humanities content; #e thinks deeply and makes important connections between topics, demonstrated the ways #e can think "like a Historian" in utilizing the concepts, and regularly seeks out ways to further #h own learning independently. 3=#N has shown a real zeal for our Humanities content; #h inquiry skills are on display as #e is always looking for connections between units as #e seeks to make meaning, thinks deeply and communicates the historical thinking concepts effectively, and goes above and beyond expectations to independently learn about our studied topics. 4=#N has shown #s to be a keen Humanities student this year and readily engages with the content; #e has shown the ability to make connections across our units, understands and uses our historical thinking concepts, and is beginning to independently inquire into ideas and topics that further #h learning. 5=Throughout the year, #N has regularly demonstrated #h interest in Humanities, #e is capable of making connections between units and concepts, uses the historical thinking concepts to make sense of the past, and is starting to increasingly ask questions and seeks answers to broaden #h understanding. 6=Over the course of the year, #N, has become more engaged with the Humanities content; as #e is in the beginning phases of making connections between key ideas and concepts, can work with the historical thinking concepts with support, and when guided, asks and seeks questions to help consolidate #h understanding. 7=Over the course of the year, #N has been consistently engaged with our Humanities content; #e is in the beginning phases of making connections between key ideas and concepts, can work with the historical thinking concepts with support, and when guided, asks and seeks questions to help consolidate #h understanding. 8=#N has not always demonstrated a consistent level of engagement in our Humanities content this year; #e often needs guidance to make connections between big ideas and concepts, with support can work with the historical thinking skills, and will sometimes ask questions to try to further #h understanding. COMMENTS: G6 Intro 1=#N is an exceptionally thoughtful and attentive member of our EngHum class. #H keen interest in all units has been evident throughout the year. 2=#N has demonstrated that #e is an exceptionally capable EngHum student that has a keen and genuine interest in learning about the world. 3=#N consistently comes to class with a positive and enthusiastic attitude, engaging thoughtfully and critically with all concepts introduced. 4=#N is an enthusiastic student determined to develop #h skills and understanding in EngHum. 5=#N is a thoughtful and attentive member of our EngHum class. #H interest in all units taught has been evident. 6=#N has demonstrated that #e is a capable EngHum student that has a keen interest in learning about the world. 7=#N comes to class with a positive and enthusiastic attitude and engages with all of the learning activities to the best of #h ability. 8=#N has shown a positive attitude and has been determined to develop #h skills and understanding in EngHum throughout the year. 9=#N is a thoughtful member of the EngHum class and has shown improvement throughout this year in participating and showing engagement in the topics covered. 10=#N comes to class with a positive attitude and does #h best to engage with the activities and concepts introduced. 11=#N has worked diligently throughout the year in EngHum and has shown improvement in #h understanding of concepts taught. COMMENTS: G6 Reading 1=#N is an enthusiastic and engaged reader who readily adopts suggestions, makes recommendations, and explores new ways to develop independent reading habits. 2=#N looks forward to the challenge of tackling increasingly complex texts and devises new ways to record #h thinking about character, plot and theme. 3=As a reader, #N reads avidly at home and shows a mature self-awareness in choosing and thinking deeply about the texts #e reads. 4=An eager reader, #N has shown a strong commitment to building more independent reading habits. #E has taken regular notes and used #h notebook to support #h thinking as #e has written about the characters in the texts #e has read. 5=As a reader, #N reads regularly at home and shows strong self-awareness in choosing an appropriate range of diverse texts. #E has a system to log #h reading, and has shown increased stamina and volume. 6=#N has demonstrated a strong commitment to reading and is making strides in selecting increasingly challenging and diverse novels this year. 7=With support, #N has been able to build #h repertoire of reading skills. Moving forward, engaging in regular note-taking and writing to explore #h ideas will help #h think more deeply about what #e reading. 8=#N is continuing to establish the habits of daily reading and is working towards more consistently choosing 'just right' books at #h level. Although #N needs occasional reminders to stay on task when working independently, #e is beginning to adopt strategies to document #h thinking. COMMENTS: G6 Speaking and Listening 1=On our last summative task, 'The Innovation-Off', #N showed #h ability to articulately express #s using numerous effective hook strategies to clearly connect with, and entertain the audience. 2=On our last summative task, 'The Innovation-Off," #N effectively gave #h pitch in front of the class that showed #h ability to clearly articulate #s, connect to the audience using various pitch techniques to clearly make #h main points. 3=On our last summative task, 'The Innovation-Off', #N showed #h ability to clearly express #s using effective hook strategies to engage the audience and used body language to further convey meaning. 4=On our last summative task, 'The Innovation-Off," #N confidently expressed #h pitch in front of the class. The pitched showed #h ability to connect to the audience using various pitch techniques to clearly make #h main points. 5=On our last summative task, 'The Innovation-Off', #N showed #h ability to express #s in front of the class by speaking clearly, experimenting with hook strategies, and trying #h best to connect with the audience. Added time spent preparing will likely help #N boost #h confidence. 6=On our last summative task, 'The Innovation-Off', #N did #h best to express #h ideas about #h innovation. #H pitch had some good ideas but greater focus on pitch techniques and speaking louder and clearer will help make #h point clearer. COMMENTS: G6 Steps forward 1=Moving forward, #N should continue to develop the habits of regular note-taking and exploring #h ideas in writing over the next term. 2=Moving forward, #N is encouraged to commit more fully to developing #h reading and writing skills. Documenting #h thinking as a reader and applying the strategies covered in our writing lessons should be prioritised in the coming term. 3=Moving forward, #N is slowly developing #h skills in our English work. #E is encouraged to ask for support when #e does not understand and practice #h reading and writing skills with greater consistency. 4=Moving forward, #N should work towards applying #h full range of potential to assignments as #h assessments do not always reflect #h learning potential. 5=Moving forward, #N can work towards greater contributions to partner and class discussions. This is a good target for improving #h learning next term. 6=Moving forward, #N can greater work towards minimizing distractions during collaborative or independent work. A next step is for #h to increase focus and actively engage with the lesson. 7=To continue to move forward, #N can work to become a more active listener and cooperate more fully with #h peers. 8=Moving forward, #N should ask clarifying questions to ensure #e understands the content of the learning. 9=Moving forward, #N should commit to better organisation of #h EngHum notebook and daily work in order for it to be an effective tool for tracking #h learning. 10=A next step for #N is to challenge #s to increase participation in class discussions and provide greater input during collaborative work. 11=Moving forward, #N is learning to listen to others during our class conversations and respond appropriately. 12=In moving forward, #N continues to grow as a self-manager and is making steady steps in organising #h work. COMMENTS: G6 Writing 1=In #h writing this year, #N has shown an exemplary ability to craft seed moments, develop complex characters, and create stories with deeper meaning. 2=In #h writing this year, #N thinks like a writer by closely studying mentor texts, dedicates time to the writing process, and thinks carefully about crafting meaningful seed moments. 3=#N has dedicated #s to the writing process and is constantly working towards creating pieces that have deeper meaning, developed characters, and show independent craft moves studied from mentor texts. 4=In #h writing this year, #N has shown an ability to craft seed moments, is starting to develop complex characters, and is working towards creating stories with deeper meaning. 5=In #h writing this year, #N is starting to think like a writer by studying mentor texts, dedicating time to working through the writing process, and thinks deliberately about creating seed moments. 6=In #h writing this year, #N has dedicated #s to the process of collecting story ideas, understands how to go through the writing process, and is attempting to add depth to both #h characters and big ideas in #h pieces. 7=In #h writing this year, #N is working towards developing seed moments, including more three-dimensional characters, and creating stories with deeper meaning. 8=In #h writing this year, #N is starting to see the value of studying mentor texts, is more thorough about going through the writing process, and is becoming more deliberate about creating seed moments. 9=In #h writing this year, #N is working towards more independence in using strategies to collect ideas, understand what makes a seed moment, and how to create stories that are built around significant events. 10=In #h writing this year, #N is working towards independently moving through the writing process to create stories that are significant seed moments that show some level of deeper meaning. #E will continue to benefit from using the mentor texts and checklists. COMMENTS: G7 Area of Progress 1=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has shown greater interest in the Humanities material and is working towards seeking out more opportunities to improve #h skills and understanding. 2=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has exhibited #h emerging leadership skills and qualities by working on guiding and collaborating with #h peers during classroom activities. 3=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has shown progress in #h ability to organize #h notes, summarize, and communicate main ideas clearly in #h writing. 4=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has shown progress in #h ability to come to class prepared, meet deadlines, and reflect on strengths and areas of improvement. 5=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has shown progress in #h ability to express #s through #h written work as #h assignments exhibit greater clarity and organization. 6=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has shown great progress in #h ability to express #s verbally and regularly makes a point of participating in partner and group conversations. 7=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has shown a much greater willingness to work with a diverse group of #h classmates and pushing #s to be a leader in group situations. 8=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has greatly improved #h ability to self-manage and reflect on #h work as #e is more regularly coming to class with completed homework and tasks submitted on time. 9=Since the beginning of Grade 7, #N has greatly matured as #e is more open to #h classmates, takes greater responsibility for #h learning, and submits work that is a greater reflection of #h abilities. COMMENTS: G7 Areas of Improvement 1=#N has shown a keen interest in current events and sometimes participates in discussions related to what is happening in the world. Although #N is often an active listener during these discussions, #e is still working at being able to build on the comments and ideas of the other classmates, as #e is, at times, reluctant to share #h thoughts in large group discussions. 2=A next step for #N is to show a greater interest in the Humanities material and to seek out more opportunities to improve #h skills and understanding. 3=A next step for #N is to continue to develop #h leadership skills and qualities by working on guiding and collaborating with #h peers during classroom activities. 4=A next step for #N is to work towards developing #h understanding of our historical concepts and how to transfer these concepts to other settings. 5=A next step for #N is to focus on developing #h note-taking skills, particularly in summarizing, and communicating the main ideas clearly in #h writing. 6=A next step for #N is to ensure that #e comes to class prepared, meets deadlines, and reflects on strengths and areas of improvement. 7=A next step for #N is to develop strategies to ensure that #e can express #s through #h written work with greater clarity and organization. 8=A next step for #N is to develop strategies to ensure that #e expresses #s verbally and makes a point of participating regularly in partner and group conversations. 9=A next step for #N is to ensure consistency in #h assignments by carefully following instructions. Elaborating in written work by providing clear examples and explanations, and using rubrics and feedback to see how #e can exceed assignment expectations will allow #N to continue to be successful in Humanities. 10=A next step for #N is to continue to work on #h ability to pick out relevant information in #h sources. 11=For next steps, #N is encouraged to seek out help when it is needed and to ask clarifying questions to demonstrate #h full understanding in class. 12=A next step for #N is to take the time to read the rubric and supporting documentation before, during, and after the completion of #h assessment tasks to ensure #h work is focussed on the correct learning outcomes. COMMENTS: G7 Closing 1=Overall, #N should be very proud of the work #e has done in Humanities this term. I look forward to seeing #h continued growth. 2=Overall, #N has played a very positive role in helping our class maintain an open and warm classroom environment and is encouraged to continue on this path. 3=Overall, #N has shown great strides as a learner in Humanities. #E should continue on this path of commitment and hard work. 4=Overall, #N is to be commended on #h consistent effort and attitude in Humanities this term. I look forward to seeing #h continued growth. 5=Overall, #N is a pleasure to have in class as #h infectious attitude and love of Humanities brings out the best in all of us. 6=Overall, #N is working on strategies to improve #h learning and should be applauded for doing #h best on a consistent basis. 7=Overall, #N has exhibited an outstanding approach to #h learning and should be commended on #h commitment to growth. COMMENTS: G7 Concepts 1=Throughout the year #N has demonstrated a sophisticated understanding of our Humanities concepts and uniquely transfers these concepts to other settings. 2=Throughout the year #N has expertly grasped our key learning concepts and finds new and interesting ways to transfer this understanding across units. 3=Throughout the year #N has demonstrated an exemplary understanding of our Humanities concepts and fluidly makes connections and transfers learning to new settings. 4=Throughout the year #N has shown a deep understanding of our Humanities concepts as #e regularly asks questions, independently seeks answers, and makes connections across units. 5=Throughout the year #N has demonstrated a thorough understanding of our Humanities concepts and is working towards the transfer of these concepts to new settings. 6=Throughout the year #N has worked towards grasping our key learning concepts and with some prompting finds new and interesting ways to transfer this understanding across units of study. 7=Throughout the year #N has demonstrated a mastery level of understanding of our Humanities concepts and regularly makes attempts to transfer learning to new settings. 8=Throughout the year #N has demonstrated #h continual growth in understanding our Humanities concepts and is working towards greater independence. 9=Throughout the year #N has worked on understanding our key Humanities concepts and with guided support is showing progress. 10=Throughout the year #N has steadily worked on understanding our key Humanities concepts. With guided support #e is able to make connections and is showing progress. COMMENTS: G7 Intro 1=#N is a model student in Humanities and we all appreciate #h effort in class. 2=#N has worked diligently in Humanities class and has met with great success along the way. 3=#N has shown great interest in the Humanities material and is self-motivated to seek out opportunities to improve #h skills and understanding. 4=#N has fully dedicated #s to the learning that we do in Humanities and has been met with great achievement. 5=#N has approached Humanities with a growth mindset and has had great success in Grade 7. 6=#N enlivens our class with #h positive attitude and love for the Humanities which has led to great achievement. 7=#N should be very proud of the work #e has done in Humanities as #e has shown steady growth. 8=#N demonstrates a keen interest in Humanities and has displayed that curiosity and knowledge in #h work. 9=#N should feel proud of #h progress in Humanities as #e has shown a growth mindset and commitment to doing #h best. 10=#N is to be commended on #h achievements thus far in Humanities as #e approaches each class with a positive attitude and has a natural curiosity that drives #h inquiry. 11=#N is a hardworking and conscientious student that embraces learning challenges to push #h learning in Humanities. 12=#N has exhibited that #e is a very capable Humanities student and has demonstrated growth in many areas of #h learning. 13=#N is working hard this year in Humanities and has shown great growth in many areas. 14=#N is steadily working towards growth in many areas in Grade 7 Humanities. COMMENTS: G7 Skills 1=Across our units of study, #N has displayed exceptional Humanities skills connected to #h ability to summarize and synthesize key ideas, research independently, and to evaluate sources of information. 2=Across our units of study, #N has shown tremendous achievement in #h ability to demonstrate key Humanities skills such as summarizing and synthesizing key ideas, researching independently, and evaluating sources of information. 3=Across our units of study, #N has dedicated #s to demonstrating key Humanities skills and precisely shows #h ability to summarize and synthesize key ideas, research independently, and to evaluate sources of information. 4=Across our units of study, #N has clearly displayed Humanities skills connected to #h ability to summarize and synthesize key ideas, research independently, and to evaluate sources of information. 5=Across our units of study, #N has shown great progress in #h ability to demonstrate key Humanities skills such as summarizing and synthesizing key ideas, researching independently, and evaluating sources of information. 6=Across our units of study, #N has dedicated #s to better demonstrating key Humanities skills and has grown in #h ability to summarize and synthesize key ideas, research independently, and to evaluate sources of information. 7=Across our units of study, #N has demonstrated that with support and guidance #e is able to summarize and synthesize key ideas, research independently, and to evaluate sources of information. 8=Across our units of study, #N has progressed in #h ability to more independently demonstrate key Humanities skills such as summarizing and synthesizing key ideas, researching independently, and evaluating sources of information. 9=Across our units of study, #N is beginning to work more independently and feel more confident in #h ability to demonstrate key Humanities skills such summarizing and synthesizing key ideas, researching independently, and evaluating sources of information. Continued work and a positive growth mindset will help #m achieve. COMMENTS: G8 Closing 1=#N should be very proud of the work #e has done in Humanities this term. 2=Overall, #N has played a positive role in creating a warm and open classroom environment. 3=An exceptionally mature and thoughtful student, #N is a model Humanities student and we all appreciate #h effort and contributions to our class. 4=A model Humanities student, #N is to be commended for #h consistent effort and attitude in Humanities this term. 5=#N's approach to learning in Humanities is exemplary and #e should maintain #h excellent study habits to ensure ongoing success. COMMENTS: G8 Intro 1=#N engagement in Humanities this year has been exceptional. 2=#N has worked diligently throughout the year in Humanities class and has met with great success along the way. 3=#N comes to class with a consistently positive attitude and engages with the material at a high level of comprehension. 4=#N is a keen and active member of the class who approaches the lessons with a positive attitude towards learning. 5=#N has made commendable strides since the beginning of the year. 6=#N comes to class with an open attitude towards #h learning, does #h best to work cooperatively with #h classmates, and has handed in all assignments in a timely fashion. 7=#N has worked hard this year and has shown some improvement in #h understanding and application of the knowledge and skills introduced in Humanities. COMMENTS: G8 KU 1 1=In our first unit, #N demonstrated a sophisticated understanding of our Humanities concepts related to power, forms of government, and the role of the individual to make change. 2=In our first unit, #N has expertly grasped our key learning concepts related to power, forms of government and the role of the individual to make change. #E successfully transferred their understand into their work across the units. 3=In our first unit, #N has demonstrated an exemplary understanding of our Humanities concepts related to power, forms of government and the role of the individual to make change. #N consistently made connections and transferred learning to new settings. 4=#N has shown a deep understanding of our Humanities concepts related to power, forms of government and the role of the individual to make change as #e regularly asks questions, independently seeks answers, and makes connections across units. 5=In our first unit, #N demonstrated a thorough understanding of Humanities concepts related to power, forms of government, and the role of the individual to make change. 6=In our first unit, #N has mastered our key learning concepts related to power, forms of government, and the role of the individual to make change. 7=In our first unit, #N has demonstrated a thorough understanding of our Humanities related to power, forms of government, and the role of the individual to make change. 8=#N has demonstrated #h continual growth in understanding our Humanities concepts related to power, forms of government and the role of the individual to make change. #E is working towards greater independence. COMMENTS: G8 KU 2 1=During our second unit on Migration, #N thoughtfully considered the complexity of migration by inquiring into different stories and experiences. #E developed insightful conclusions when it came to #h own migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. 2=During our second unit on Migration, #N was able to effectively analyse and explain how the migrant experience shapes individuals and groups of people in different ways. #E demonstrated the insightful ability to draw connections between different case studies and empathize with migrants when it came to the telling of #h own family’s migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. 3=During our second unit on Migration, #N did a great job of analysing and explaining the factors involved in understanding migration. #E demonstrated a keen ability to draw connections between case studies and empathize with migrants when it came to the telling of #h own family’s migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. 4=During our second unit on Migration, #N considered the complexity of migration by inquiring into different stories and experiences. #E developed supported conclusions when it came to #h own migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. 5=During our second unit on Migration, #N was able to analyse and explain how the migrant experience shapes individuals and groups of people in different ways. #E demonstrated the ability to draw connections between different case studies and empathize with migrants when it came to the telling of #h own family’s migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. 6=During our second unit on Migration, #N showed that #e could effectively analyse and explain the factors involved in understanding migration. #E demonstrated the ability to draw connections between case studies and empathized with migrants when it came to the telling of #h own family’s migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. 7=During our second unit on Migration, #N is beginning to understand the complexity of migration by inquiring into different stories and experiences. #E is working towards greater independence when it comes to supporting conclusions with #h family’s migration story and the writing of #h character poetry. COMMENTS: G8 Skills 1=Across our units of study, #N has demonstrated a wide variety of exceptional Humanities skills; embodied through #h ability to communicate persuasively orally and in writing, can interpret and analyze a range of sources, and submits assignments that have only the most trustworthy information. 2=Across our units of study, #N has demonstrated a wide variety of exceptional Humanities skills; embodied through #h ability to communicate persuasively orally and in writing, can interpret and analyze a range of sources, and submits assignments that have only the most trustworthy information. 3=In both of our units of study, #N has displayed an outstanding range of Humanities skills; this was accomplished through #h ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, the interpretation and analysis of a numerous sources, and delivers assignments that have only the most credible information. 4=Across our units of study, #N has demonstrated the ability to perform numerous Humanities skills; #e communicates effectively orally and in writing, can interpret and analyze a range of sources, and submits assignments that has trustworthy information. 5=In our first units of study, #N has exhibited a mastery level of achievement in regards to our set of Humanities skills; most notably shown in #h ability to communicate well-thought-out ideas orally and in writing, the interpretation and analysis of a range of sources, and hands in assignments that contains reliable information. 6=In both of our units of study, #N has displayed a mastery range of Humanities skills; this was accomplished through #h ability to clearly communicate #h thoughts orally and in writing, the interpretation and analysis of a numerous sources, and delivers assignments that has credible information. 7=Across our units of study, #N is continuing to make strides towards more effectively applying our Humanities skills; #e is working on #h ability to communicate both orally and in writing, interpret and analyze several sources of information, and is beginning to better understand how to use trustworthy information in #h assignments. COMMENTS: G8 Steps Forward 1=To continue moving forward with #h learning, #N is encouraged to regularly use and refer to rubrics and task sheets to support #h level of depth and detail when completing assignments. 2=To move forward, #N should continue to work on the depth and detail in #h writing to fully support #h points. #E would also benefit from asking clarifying questions to ensure that #e has a complete understanding of how #e can push #h work to fully show #h comprehension. 3=One way that #N can be encouraged to improve #h learning is to focus on participating more in group in class discussions. 4=To improve #h learning, #N should focus on using class time more effectively to ensure #e keeps pace with the Humanities unit outcomes at all times. 5=#N should continue to take an interest in #h Humanities studies to ensure future success. To improve #h learning, #N should focus on supporting #h explanations and arguments with evidence and greater detail in the future. 6=To move forward in Humanities, #N is encouraged to start to independently explore topics that interest #h so that #e can build on #h base of knowledge and understanding. 7=To improve #h learning in Humanities, #N is encouraged to ask questions in class and to carefully check the requirements of assessment tasks. 8=To improve #h learning in class, #N is encouraged to make wiser use of classtime as #N can find #s easily distracted by #h peers. 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