/* SAVE YOURSELF HOURS... /* IMPORT THESE COMMENTS INTO: SchoolReportWriter.COM /* No.1 in GOOGLE - "BEST TEACHER REPORTS APP": /* - TRUSTED by 1000s of teachers, since 2012 /* - QUICKLY create personalised reports /* - PASTE into your school system, Word etc /* - GENDER NEUTRAL option /* - DEMO video at SchoolReportWriter.COM /* FOR HELP see end of this document. /* Subjects: Mathematics (Maths) COMMENTS: ATL Comments Sem 1 - 2017 1=In #Maths-Sciences, #N #ATL1-Improvement comes prepared to class with the appropriate resources. #E #ATL1-Improvement uses different organizing devices to set goals, monitors progress and completes #e work within the set time period. 2=#N #ATL1-Improvement demonstrates adequate organizational skills. Keeping a written record of assigned tasks and due dates will help #m to meet deadlines more consistently and bring the necessary materials to class. 3=#N #ATL1-Improvement remains actively engaged in learning, #e is encouraged to avoid distractions by making improved choices concerning #h working environment. 4=#N #ATL1-Improvement remains engaged in learning, #e is encouraged to avoid distractions by taking an active role in class and adopt a variety of roles in group situations. 5=#N has #ATL1-Improvement demonstrated a good attitude towards learning. #ATL3-transition #h willingness to seek help and clarify requirements and expectations will help #m to achieve #h potential. 6=#N #ATL1-Improvement follows instructions. To improve #h understanding #e should #ATL4-Improvements. 7=When working independently, #N can #ATL1-Improvement be relied upon to stay on-task. Creating a plan and predicting length of task before #e starts, as well as use observations to make changes to #h plan when necessary will help #m stay more on task. 8=When working independently, #N can #ATL2-Good be relied upon to stay on-task. Creating a plan and predicting length of task before #e starts, as well as use observations to make changes to #h plan when necessary will help #m stay more on task and improve the quality of #h work. 9=#N can #ATL2-Good be relied upon to complete tasks on time. Predicting length of task before #e starts and using observations to adjust how quickly task is being completed will help #m complete more tasks on time with a higher quality of work. 10=#N can #ATL1-Improvement be relied upon to complete tasks on time. Predicting length of task before #e starts and using observations to adjust how quickly task is being completed will help #m complete more tasks on time. 11=#N has difficulty working effectively in groups, #e can improve this by developing collaboration strategies and using mindful language to help #m work productively in groups situations. 12=#N #ATL3-transition inclusive leadership skills by encouraging students with a variety of skill levels and attitudes to participate actively in group settings. COMMENTS: ATL Comments Sem 2 - 2019 1=In #Maths-Sciences, #N #ATL1-Improvement comes prepared to class with the appropriate resources. #E #ATL1-Improvement uses different organizing devices to set goals, monitors progress and completes #e work within the set time period. 2=#N #ATL1-Improvement demonstrates adequate organizational skills. Keeping a written record of assigned tasks and due dates will help #m to meet deadlines more consistently and bring the necessary materials to class. 3=#N #ATL1-Improvement remains actively engaged in learning, #e is encouraged to avoid distractions by making improved choices concerning #h working environment. 4=#N #ATL1-Improvement remains engaged in learning, #e is encouraged to avoid distractions by taking an active role in class and adopt a variety of roles in group situations. 5=#N has #ATL1-Improvement demonstrated a good attitude towards learning. #ATL3-transition #h willingness to seek help and clarify requirements and expectations will help #m to achieve #h potential. 6=#N #ATL1-Improvement follows instructions. To improve #h understanding #e should #ATL4-Improvements. 7=When working independently, #N can #ATL1-Improvement be relied upon to stay on-task. Creating a plan and predicting length of task before #e starts, as well as use observations to make changes to #h plan when necessary will help #m stay more on task. 8=When working independently, #N can #ATL2-Good be relied upon to stay on-task. Creating a plan and predicting length of task before #e starts, as well as use observations to make changes to #h plan when necessary will help #m stay more on task and improve the quality of #h work. 9=#N can #ATL2-Good be relied upon to complete tasks on time. Predicting length of task before #e starts and using observations to adjust how quickly task is being completed will help #m complete more tasks on time with a higher quality of work. 10=Use and interpret a range of discipline-specific terms and symbols can #ATL1-Improvement be relied upon to complete tasks on time. Predicting length of task before #e starts and using observations to adjust how quickly task is being completed will help #m complete more tasks on time. 11=#N has difficulty working effectively in groups, #e can improve this by developing collaboration strategies and using mindful language to help #m work productively in groups situations. 12=#N #ATL3-transition inclusive leadership skills by encouraging students with a variety of skill levels and attitudes to participate actively in group settings. 13=#N is able to use and interpret a range of discipline-specific terms and symbols. 14=#N Plan short- and long-term assignments; meet deadlines tic 15=#N Create plans to prepare for summative assessments (examinations and performances) Keep and use a weekly planner for assignments • Set goals that are challenging and realis 16=#N Plan strategies and take action to achieve personal and academic goals 17=#N Bring necessary equipment and supplies to class 18=#N Keep an organized and logical system of information files/notebooks • Use appropriate strategies for organizing complex information 19=#N Understand and use sensory learning preferences (learning styles) 20=#N Select and use technology effectively and productively COMMENTS: Math Strengths Semester 1 1=#E #strengthssem1a copes with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=#E #strengthssem1b copes with the pace of the class but puts in extra effort as needed. 3=#E is #strengthssem1c willing to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 4=#E displays #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 5=#E has #strengthssem1d ability to communicate mathematically and #h notebook is well structured and neat. 6=#E is able to consistently take structures presented in class and apply them when answering unfamiliar questions. 7=#E has #qualifiers4 understanding of #mathskills and is capable transferring this knowledge into other areas of maths. 8=#E #ATL challenge #s and try multiple methods to solve all complex problems 9=#E is able to select and apply appropriate mathematics when answering questions of various contexts in familiar and unfamiliar situations. COMMENTS: Math Strengths Semester 1 - 2017 1=#E #strengthssem1a copes with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=#E #strengthssem1b copes with the pace of the class but puts in extra effort as needed. 3=#E is #strengthssem1c willing to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 4=#E displays #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 5=#E has #strengthssem1d ability to communicate mathematically and #h notebook is well structured and neat. 6=#E is able to consistently take structures presented in class and apply them when answering unfamiliar questions. 7=#E has #qualifiers4 understanding of #mathskills and is capable of transferring this knowledge into other areas of maths. COMMENTS: Math Strengths Semester 1 - 2020 1=#E #strengthssem1a copes with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=#E #strengthssem1b copes with the pace of the class but puts in extra effort as needed. 3=#E is #strengthssem1c willing to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 4=#E displays #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 5=#E has #strengthssem1d ability to communicate mathematically and #h notebook is well structured and neat. 6=#E is able to consistently select and apply appropriate mathematics when solving problems in familiar unfamiliar situations with various contexts. 7=#E has #qualifiers4 understanding of #mathskills and is capable of transferring this knowledge into other areas of maths. 8=#E #strengthssem1b to follow instructions in class and actively participates in-class activities. 9=#E is able to consistently select and apply appropriate mathematics when solving problems in familiar situations. COMMENTS: Math Strengths Semester 1 2021 1=#E #strengthssem1a copes with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=#E #strengthssem1b copes with the pace of the class but puts in extra effort as needed. 3=#E is #strengthssem1c willing to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 4=#E displays #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 5=#E has #strengthssem1d ability to communicate mathematically and #h notebook is well structured and neat. 6=#E is able to consistently take structures presented in class and apply them when answering unfamiliar questions. 7=#E has #qualifiers4 understanding of #mathskills and is capable transferring this knowledge into other areas of maths. 8=#E #ATL challenge #s and try multiple methods to solve all complex problems 9=#E is able to select and apply appropriate mathematics when answering questions of various contexts in familiar and unfamiliar situations. COMMENTS: Maths Improvements Semester 1 1=To improve, #N should be sure to use the structures presented in class #mathsimprovementsa. This will ensure #e applies them when answering assigned questions. 2=#N #mathsimprovementsa uses the structures presented in class but needs to practice applying them in unfamiliar situations. This will prepare #m to achieve at the higher levels. 3=#N has found the concept of #mathskills difficult to understand. #mathsimprovementsb would help #m improve #h understanding of this concept. 4=#N's mathematical knowledge is solid, but #e finds it difficult to transfer #h understanding to tasks for some criteria. 5=#N should focus on systematically and accurately communicating #h mathematical thinking. 6=#N finds the pace of class difficult which affects #h ability to follow the concepts being taught in class. #mathsimprovementsb would help improve understanding and increase success. 7=#N demonstrates a limited willingness to engage in class discussions. Being more active in class should help #m have a deeper understanding of the concept being taught. 8=#N is encouraged to use ARE time or after-school math help sessions on Tuesday and Thursday to consolidate #h fundamental knowledge. 9=#N is recommended to practice math terms using quizlet in regular base and take opportunity to explain questions in class to improve #h communication skills. 10=#N is suggested to highlight #h mistakes every time to remind #m not to make the same mistake next time. 11=#N is encouraged to ask help when #e doesn't understand the concept completely and clarify with the teacher for questions about homework. This will help #m to have a deeper understanding of concepts and apply knowledge to solve problems in unfamiliar situations. 12=Finishing homework on time and asking teacher for help about any questions #e doesn't understand will help #m understand the concepts more thoroughly and have a deeper understanding between concepts 13=#N is encouraged to do challenging tasks each time to practice #h critical thinking skills, this will help #m solve problems in unfamiliar situations. 14=#N is encouraged to do challenging worksheet for homework to prepare #s to solve problems in more complex situations and unfamiliar situations. This will help #m achieve at higher levels. COMMENTS: Maths Improvements Semester 1 - 2017 1=To improve, #N should be sure to use the structures presented in class #mathsimprovementsa. This will ensure #e applies them when answering assigned questions. 2=#N #mathsimprovementsa uses the structures presented in class but needs to practice applying them in unfamiliar situations. This will prepare #m to achieve at the higher levels. 3=#N #mathsimprovementsa uses the structures presented in class but needs to practice applying them in both familiar and unfamiliar situations. This will prepare #m to achieve at the higher levels. 4=#N has found the concept of #mathskills difficult to understand. #mathsimprovementsb would help #m improve #h understanding of this concept. 5=#N's mathematical knowledge is solid, but #e finds it difficult to transfer #h understanding to tasks for some criteria. Asking clarifying questions on assessment tasks would help #h better understand the problems. 6=#N should focus on systematically and accurately communicating #h mathematical thinking. More effort reviewing mathematical vocabulary would help #h ability to communicate. 7=#N finds the pace of class difficult which affects #h ability to follow the concepts being taught in class. #mathsimprovementsb would help improve understanding and increase success. 8=#N demonstrates a limited willingness to engage in class discussions. Being more active in class should help #m have a deeper understanding of the concept being taught. 9=#N has done very well in Mathematics this semester. #E should continue #h good maths practices to ensure continued success. 10=#N is encouraged to show details in a logical structure when solving challenging questions in unfamiliar situations. #E has demonstrated #h skills in making flipgrid video, please keep this practice to develop #h skills in this area. COMMENTS: Maths Opening Semester 1 1=MATH: #N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=MATH: #N shows #openingmathsem1 willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 3=MATH: #N displays #openingmathsem1 ability to organize #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 4=MATH: #N #openingmathsem1b an ability to communicate mathematically, and #h notebook is well organized and neat. 5=MATH: #N demonstrates #openingmathsem1c willingness to engage in class activities and discussions. However, #e is #openingmathsem1d unprepared with responses related to the concept being discussed in class. 6=MATH: #N demonstrates #openingmathsem1c willingness to engage in class activities and discussions. #E is #openingmathsem1e prepared with responses related to the concept being discussed in class. 7=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and actively participate in-class discussions. 8=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to follow instructions in class and shows positive learning attitude. 9=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and displays #openingmathsem1 ability to follow in-class instructions. 10=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to follow instruction in class and is actively engaged in-class activities and discussions. 11=#N shows a solid understanding of #mathskills and strong ability to follow instructions in class. 12=#N is able to finish math homework on time consistently and #h notebook is well organized and neat. COMMENTS: Maths Opening Semester 1 2020 1=MATH: #N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=MATH: #N shows #openingmathsem1 willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 3=MATH: #N displays #openingmathsem1 ability to organize #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 4=MATH: #N #openingmathsem1b an ability to communicate mathematically, and #h notebook is well organized and neat. 5=MATH: #N demonstrates #openingmathsem1c willingness to engage in class activities and discussions. However, #e is #openingmathsem1d unprepared with responses related to the concept being discussed in class. 6=MATH: #N demonstrates #openingmathsem1c willingness to engage in class activities and discussions. #E is #openingmathsem1e prepared with responses related to the concept being discussed in class. 7=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and actively participate in-class discussions. 8=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and shows positive learning attitude. 9=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and displays #openingmathsem1 ability to follow in-class instructions. 10=#N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and is actively engaged in-class activities and discussions. 11=#N is able to finish math homework on time consistently and #h notebook is well organized and neat. 12=#N is able to select appropriate mathematics when solving challenging problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations 13=#N is able to select appropriate mathematics when solving challenging problems in familiar situations and generally solve these problems correctly in a variety of contexts. 14=#N is able to select appropriate mathematics when solving more complex problems in familiar situations and generally solve these problems correctly in a variety of contexts. 15=#N is able to select appropriate mathematics when solving simple problems in familiar situations and generally solve these problems correctly in certain contexts. 16=#N is able to select and apply mathematical problem-solving techniques to discover complex patterns and describe patterns as relationships and/or general rules consistent with correct/ not findings. 17=#N is able to consistently/usually/ use appropriate mathematical language 18=#N is able to use some appropriate mathematical language/ #N is able to use limited mathematical language 19=#N is able to select appropriate mathematical strategies to model the authentic real- life situation and reach a correct solution COMMENTS: Maths Opening Semester 1 Standard 1=MATH: #N shows #openingmathsem1 ability to cope with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 2=MATH: #N shows #openingmathsem1 willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 3=MATH: #N displays #openingmathsem1 ability to organize #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 4=MATH: #N #openingmathsem1b an ability to communicate mathematically, and #h notebook is well structured and neat. 5=MATH: #N demonstrates #openingmathsem1c willingness to engage in class activities and discussions. However, #e is #openingmathsem1d unprepared with responses related to the concept being discussed in class. 6=MATH: #N demonstrates #openingmathsem1c willingness to engage in class activities and discussions. #E is #openingmathsem1e prepared with responses related to the concept being discussed in class. COMMENTS: Maths Semester 2 - improvements(2015) 1=#N needs to continue to improve #h ability to communicate #h thoughts using agreed upon math structures and formats. 2=#N needs to improve #h understanding of #mathskills to help #m cope with the pace of the class, and #e needs to put in extra effort when needed. 3=#N needs to improve #h willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 4=#N has found the concept of #mathconcepts difficult to understand. #E needs to improve #h understanding of #mathskills. Extra practice or using IXL on a regular basis could help improve #h level of understanding. 5=#N needs to continue to improve #h ability to identify appropriate mathematical strategies learned in class and apply them to solve real-life situations. 6=#N needs to organize #h answers more clearly and logically when solving problems. 7=#N needs to continue working hard to develop #h ability to explain #h solutions using proper vocabulary and incorporate #h results to help justify #h answers. COMMENTS: Maths Semester 2 - improvements(2016) 1=#N needs to continue to improve #h ability to communicate #h thoughts using agreed upon math structures and formats. 2=#N needs to improve #h understanding of #mathskills to help #m cope with the pace of the class, and #e needs to put in extra effort when needed. 3=#N needs to improve #h willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 4=#N has found the concept of #mathconcepts difficult to understand. #E needs to improve #h understanding of #mathskills. Extra practice or using IXL on a regular basis could help improve #h level of understanding. 5=#N needs to continue to improve #h ability to identify appropriate mathematical strategies learned in class and apply them to solve real-life situations. 6=#N needs to continue working hard to develop #h ability to explain #h solutions using proper vocabulary and incorporate #h results to help justify #h answers. 7=#N needs to take more risks in working through problems independently rather than seeking out the answer directly from the teacher. 8=#N can develop math terminology by using vocabulary in small and large group discussions. 9=#N has found the concepts of #mathconcepts and #mathconcepts difficult to understand. Regular practice is necessary to help #m consolidate the key numeracy concepts and skills needed to move forward. 10=#N should focus on expanding #h math literacy skills. #E can work on this by focusing on using math specific terms in small and large group discussions. 11=#N is encouraged to continue working towards questioning the accuracy of #h measurements and calculations. 12=#N needs to work on being able to pick the best mathematical solution when applying #h skills in a real-life context. #E can work on this skill by participating more frequently in large and small group activities offering solutions and questioning the work of others. 13=#N needs to be more reflective in #h math practice and not rely solely on calculators as #h justification for why an answer is correct. 14=#N needs to focus on expanding #h math specific vocabulary. #E should look for opportunities to use the terminology in discussions. 15=#N needs to continue to improve #h ability to identify appropriate mathematical strategies learned in class and apply them to solve real-life situations. Consistently attempting more challenging questions and joining a math club would help #m recognize which strategy would work in a given situation. 16=#N needs to continue to improve #h ability to identify appropriate mathematical strategies learned in class and apply them to solve real-life situations. Pre-reading class lessons would allow #m to come to class ready to ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of concepts being taught in class. 17=#N needs to organize #h answers more clearly and logically when solving problems using proper maths notation as modelled in class. 18=#N needs to #continue use proper vocabulary to explain solutions and incorporate #h results to help justify reasoning. 19=#N has an imbalance in criteria achievement levels. #E achieved well on #CriterionLevel but struggled with #CriterionLevel. Consistently attempting more challenging questions and joining a math club would help #m balance the levels of achievement. 20=#N has done very well this year. #E should continue #h good mathematical practices and continue to ask questions to ensure continued success in mathematics next year. COMMENTS: Maths Semester 2 - opening(2015) 1=EXT MATH: #N works #workswellwith and is able to reflect on the effectiveness of #h #subject-specific. 2=EXT MATH: #N has shown a solid understanding of #mathconcepts and #mathconcepts and is able to apply #h knowledge to both familiar and unfamiliar math problems. 3=EXT MATH: #N has demonstrated a good knowledge of the subject content. 4=EXT MATH: #N is able to communicate #h thoughts mathematically, with confidence and accuracy. 5=EXT MATH: #N has a solid approach to thinking mathematically and during the course of this school year has challenged #s in all areas of the subject. COMMENTS: Maths Semester 2 - opening(2016) 1=EXT MATH: #N works #workswellwith and is able to reflect on the effectiveness of #h #subject-specific. 2=EXT MATH: #N has shown a solid understanding of #mathconcepts and #mathconcepts and is able to apply #h knowledge to both familiar and unfamiliar math problems. 3=EXT MATH: #N has demonstrated a good knowledge of the subject content. 4=EXT MATH: #N is able to communicate #h thoughts mathematically, with confidence and accuracy. 5=EXT MATH: #N has a solid approach to thinking mathematically and during the course of this school year has challenged #s in all areas of the subject. 6=EXT MATH: #N has shown a solid understanding of #mathconcepts and #mathconcepts and is able to apply #h knowledge to both familiar and some unfamiliar math problems. 7=EXT MATH: #N has shown a solid understanding of #mathconcepts and is able to apply #h knowledge to most familiar and some unfamiliar math problems. 8=EXT MATH: #N's use of math terminology has increased throughout the semester and #e continues to focus on expanding #h vocabulary. 9=EXT MATH: #N is working towards developing #h math vocabulary and is encouraged to focus on writing strategies with more detail. 10=EXT MATH: #N has demonstrated a good understanding of the math concepts covered in class. #E has stronger skills in procedural knowledge and usually completes calculations error free. 11=EXT MATH: #N has shown a good ability to use proper math terminology to help explain and support #h answers. 12=EXT MATH: #N has shown an improving ability to use proper math terminology to help explain and support #h answers. 13=EXT MATH: #N has done very well on investigations this school year. #E can easily create rules after recognizing the pattern in the numbers. COMMENTS: Maths Semester 2 - strengths(2015) 1=#N recognizes patterns and is able to represent the patterns as rules. 2=#N #qualifiers to communicate #h thoughts mathematically, and this allows #m to successfully work through the more challenging problems. 3=#N #qualifiers to identify appropriate mathematical strategies learned in class and apply them to solve real-life situations. 4=#N #qualifiers to cope with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 5=#N shows #qualifiers2 willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 6=#N displays #qualifiers4 ability to organize #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. COMMENTS: Maths Semester 2 - strengths(2016) 1=#N recognizes patterns and is able to represent the patterns as rules. 2=#N #qualifiers to communicate #h thoughts mathematically, and this allows #m to successfully work through the more challenging problems. 3=#N #qualifiers to identify appropriate mathematical strategies learned in class and apply them to solve real-life situations. 4=#N #qualifiers to cope with the pace of the class and puts in extra effort when needed. 5=#N shows #qualifiers2 willingness to seek help if #e does not completely understand the concept being taught in class. 6=#N displays #qualifiers4 ability to organize #h answers in a clear and logical manner when solving problems. 7=#N recognizes patterns and is able to represent the patterns as rules. 8=#N has demonstrated a good understanding of the #mathconcepts and #mathconcepts math concepts explored. #H success can be attributed to #h actions and behaviours in lessons. 9=#E has shown #qualifiers4 confidence in mathematics. A willingness to work through problems and try different methods to achieve the correct answer has helped with #h confidence. COMMENTS: Sample intro sentences 1=#N is an outstanding student who has worked very hard throughout the #Time-period and I expect #m to do well in #h exams next year. 2=#N has had a mixed #Time-period but there are signs of improvement in #h behaviour of late. 3=After a difficult start #N has done some excellent work and is now back on target. A very pleasing #Time-period. Well done #N! 4=#N is a friendly and hard-working member of the class and has put in a steady performance throughout the #Time-period. 5=Overall #N has worked very well but there are a few issues with #h time-keeping and homework that #e needs to address. 6=We have been working on the Environmental Issues module throughout the #Time-period. #N seems to enjoy this topic and has made very pleasing progress. COMMENTS: Sample project-work sentences 1=#E has worked hard this year on all of #h projects but I was especially impressed with the high-quality of #h #Science-topics assignment. 2=Project-work has been done to a minimum standard and is often handed in late. To improve #e needs to #How-to-improve. 3=Although #h #Science-topics project-work was satisfactory, I do expect #m to do more background research next time. 4=#H project-work is always excellent as demonstrated in #h #Science-topics assignment. We were all very impressed with #h creative and entertaining website designs which were an inspiration to the class. 5=#H project-work has varied considerably, however #h highly-imaginative #Science-topics project was excellent and was displayed in reception at the School Open Day. An excellent achievement #N. COMMENTS: Sample summing-up sentences 1=#N always tries #h best and has achieved a well-deserved Level #? overall. An excellent performance, keep it up! 2=#N has reached Level #?. This was #h target and #e should be proud of #s. To ensure #e keeps this up next year #e should #How-to-improve. 3=#N has achieved a Level #? overall. #E often works below #h best and with a little more effort #e could easily reach Level #?. To improve #e should #How-to-improve. 4=#N has not had the best of starts this year and is still working at Level #?. #E rarely completes #h work on time. To achieve more next year #e needs to #How-to-improve. COMMENTS: Science Improvements Semester 1 - 2017 1=#N would benefit from reviewing how to manipulate the experimental variables and collect relevant data. 2=#N would benefit from reviewing how to collect, organize, transform, and present data in different forms. 3=#N would benefit from practicing the use of scientific reasoning to describe and interpret data. 4=#N would benefit from reviewing how the application of science is used to address specific problems or issues. Reading more science related articles or watching science related programs would help #m better understand sciences' impact on the world. 5=#N would benefit from reviewing how science and its applications can impact our society. Reading more science related articles or watching science related programs would help #m better understand sciences' impact on the world. 6=#N would benefit from reviewing the subject content to better apply #h knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar situations. 7=#N would benefit from reviewing concepts taught in class to be more successful answering both familiar and unfamiliar questions. 8=#N has done very well in Sciences this semester. #E should maintain #h good scientific practices to ensure continued success. COMMENTS: Science Opening Semester 1 - 2017 1=#N can #scienceopeninga identify questions and problems that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on scientific knowledge. 2=#N can #scienceopeninga plan simple experiments collaboratively and individually. 3=#N can #scienceopeninga plan both collaboratively and individually and is able to conduct experiments. 4=In experiments, #N can #scienceopeninga measure and control variables and select equipment to collect data with accuracy appropriate to the task. 5=#N can #scienceopeninga measure and control variables in fair tests. 6=#N can #scienceopeninga select equipment to collect data with accuracy appropriate to the task. 7=#N can #scienceopeninga construct and use a range of representations, including graphs, keys and models, to represent data. 8=#N can #scienceopeninga reflect on the method used to investigate a question or solve a problem. 9=#N can #scienceopeninga evaluate the quality of data collected and identify improvements to a method. 10=#N can #scienceopeninga use scientific language to communicate ideas, findings and solutions to problems well. COMMENTS: Science Strengths Semester 1 - 2017 1=#E works #workswellwith. After each activity, #e is willing to reflect upon #h #subject-specific-science. 2=#E has shown a solid understanding of #scienceconcepts and is able to apply #h knowledge to both familiar and unfamiliar situations. 3=#E has shown a solid understanding of #scienceconcepts and is able to apply #h knowledge to most familiar and some unfamiliar situations. 4=#E is able to communicate #h thoughts using scientific terminology and demonstrate an understanding of the need for accuracy. LIST: ATL 1= is able to continually 2=fbfdbgdngdgndng 3=gfsfgsfhxffbxxfbx 4=bvcvnbvxvxvnx LIST: ATL1-Improvement 1=sometimes 2=occasionally 3=rarely 4=usually 5=consistently LIST: ATL2-Good 1=consistently 2=usually 3=occasionaly 4=sometimes 5=often 6=frequently 7=most often 8=always LIST: ATL3-transition 1=Continuing 2=Increasing 3=demonstrates 4=supports LIST: ATL4-Improvements 1=highlight key words in the instructions 2=draw detailed diagrams of the key instructions 3=clarify instructions by asking peers or teacher 4=pay closer attention when instructions are given 5=being consistently focused during class time 6=avoid distractions that will cause loss of focus 7=demonstrate more active listening during class time 8=create better organized and neater class notes 9=read each step of the instruction twice before moving on LIST: continue 1=continue to 2=develop the ability to 3=further develop how to LIST: CriterionLevel 1=Criterion A 2=Criterion B 3=Criterion C 4=Criterion D 5=Criteria A and B 6=Criteria A and C 7=Criteria A and D 8=Criteria B and C 9=Criteria B and D 10=Criteria C and D 11=Criteria A, B and C 12=Criteria A, B and D 13=Criteria B, C and D LIST: doeswell 1=number sense and data management 2=exponent rules 3=application of percentage 4=order of operation of integers 5=operation with surds LIST: How-to-improve 1=focus more in the lessons 2=put more time aside for homework 3=try not to chat during lessons 4=do more project research on the internet 5=develop #h computer skills 6=pay more attention to instructions LIST: mathconcepts 1=number sense 2=probability 3=number 4=algebra 5=geometry 6=directed numbers LIST: Maths-Sciences 1=Mathematics 2=Sciences LIST: mathsimprovementsa 1=consistently 2=accurately 3=systematically LIST: mathsimprovementsb 1=Practicing more 2=Asking more questions in class 3=Working on IXL 4=Knowing #h times tables 5=Highlight the mistakes 6=Asking math help during ARE 7=Attending math help session on Tuesday and Thursday LIST: mathskills 1=fractions 2=decimals 3=percents 4=ratios 5=solving equations 6=indices 7=factoring 8=the percent of a number 9=shape and space 10=volume 11=surface area 12=surds 13=the order of operations 14=order of operation of directed numbers 15=exponent rules with number base 16=application of percentage LIST: OLD-How-to-improve 1=focus more in the lessons 2=put more time aside for homework 3=try not to chat during lessons 4=do more project research on the internet 5=develop #h computer skills 6=pay more attention to instructions LIST: OLD-Science-topics 1=Heating and Cooling 2=Light and Sound 3=Exploring Magnetism 4=Changing Earth LIST: OLD-Time-period 1=year 2=semester 3=1st semester 4=2nd semester 5=3rd semester 6=4th semester 7=term 8=1st term 9=2nd term 10=3rd term 11=4th term LIST: openingmathsem1 1=an 2=a strong 3=an outstanding 4=an excellent 5=a 6=a limited 7=an increasing 8=an improving LIST: openingmathsem1b 1=is attempting to develop 2=is striving to develop 3=is developing 4=displays 5=consistently displays 6=(attempting to develop, striving to develop, developing, dis LIST: openingmathsem1c 1=a 2=a strong LIST: openingmathsem1d 1=often 2=occasionally 3=sometimes LIST: openingmathsem1e 1=usually 2=consistently 3=always LIST: qualifiers 1=is able 2=knows how 3=is learning 4=understands how 5=attempts 6=has an excellent ability to mathematically communicate 7=demonstrates 8=displays 9=shows LIST: qualifiers2 1=a strong 2=an increasing 3=a 4=an increased LIST: qualifiers3 1=improve #h ability 2=needs to work on #h effectiveness 3=needs to improve 4=needs more practice 5=has limited ability 6=needs to practice basic skills 7=needs to become more fluent with basic skills 8=#E needs to #qualifiers3 to mathematically communicate #h th 9=#E #qualifiers3 to identify appropriate mathematical strateg 10=#E #qualifiers3 to help cope with the pace of the class LIST: qualifiers4 1=an excellent 2=a strong 3=an 4=a solid 5=a reasonable 6=a developing LIST: 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