Scientific report

PART B (20marks) – SCIENTIFIC REPORT
This task is designed for you to demonstrate your ability to find accurate information on a topic and use the information you find to evaluate the topic.  This is a critical skill in Science and

other subjects and to assist a formal layout for your answer has been provided.
Choose ONE of the four following topics (DIFFERENT TO PART A) and write a response, including diagrams and references. As a guide, limit your response to 2-3 pages.

1) Global Warming
Evaluate the statement ‘Global warming has and will continue to impact human society’.
2) Genetic engineering
Evaluate the statement ‘Genetic engineering has and will continue to impact human society’.
3) Nuclear Energy
Evaluate the statement ‘Nuclear energy has and will continue to impact human society’.
4) Stem Cell Research
Evaluate the statement ‘Stem cell research has and will continue to impact human society’.

The following is a style guide for you to follow when setting out your response.
Introduction Define your topic (approximately two lines). This may restate the question you are answering.

Body This is where you present the evidence/data/facts and you must include either a data table or graph. Discuss (considering both perspectives) your topic using subheadings where relevant.

Explanatory diagrams should also be included here. Ensure you use correct scientific terminology when explaining your topic.

Evaluation This is where you will make an evaluation. Here you point out that when you apply your supporting evidence, data and graphs it validates your work/ opinion.
Bibliography. A bibliography should have at least 3 references following the format in your school diary. All references are to be from reputable sources such as educational institutions or

government websites (.edu, .org or .gov) or Scientific journals.

Marking Criteria Part B – SCIENTIFIC REPORT       Student name ______________________________________________  / 20
Unsatisfactory
(0-1 mark)    Satisfactory
(2 marks)    Commendable
(3 marks)    Excellent
(4 marks)
Knowledge and evidence    One or more key ideas that relate to the issue are identified, but understanding is limited and knowledge or evidence is below expectations.     Identifies 2 key

ideas that relate to the issue. At times understanding or knowledge or evidence is below expectations.     Two or more ideas which relate to the issue are examined.  Correct understanding

at an intermediate level. Most ideas demonstrate a depth and or breadth of knowledge. Evidence presented relates to criteria.    Two or more ideas clearly explained with an excellent breadth

and depth of ideas specifically relating to the issue.
Communicating
Scientifically    Limited use of appropriate language with little evidence to support statements. Missing quotation, diagrams, tables or graphs    Communicates using some evidence and

related scientific language and representations. Missing a quotation, diagram, table or graph.    Communicates scientific ideas and information using some evidence and relevant scientific

language and representations, Includes quotations, diagrams, tables, graphs.    Communicates scientific ideas and information, using evidence-based arguments, appropriate scientific

language, conventions and representations (e.g., quotations, labelled diagrams, graphs, tables).
Conclusion and analysis    Limited linking between evidence, data and graphs or conclusion may not relate to evidence and data provided.      Limited analysis of data and/or conclusions

may not follow from evidence presented or May not correctly analyse evidence or data and relevant conclusions may not link to the evidence.    Describes and analyses patterns and trends

in data, and draws a conclusions from the evidence.    Analyses ideas, patterns and trends in data, describing relationships and drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence.
Presentation    Some spelling errors in simple words, illogical or disorganised.  Varies by more than 10% from allowed words.    Some spelling errors, illogical and disorganised. Varies by more

than 10% from allowed words,     Logical, organised, easy to follow. Required presentation and length.    Easy to read, concise, logical, organised and easy to follow. Required

presentation and length.
Bibliography    No references, references not from appropriate sources or incorrect format.     1-2 references from appropriate sources with  correct formatting    3 or more

references but incorrect formatting on some.     3 or more appropriate references and these are formatted correctly.