We have completed our unit on the Impact of Waves, with students having finished Criterion D (Impact of Science) and received feedback. Much of this week was dedicated to targeted revision using different strategies and small formative tasks to clarify concepts and prepare effectively.
We are now gearing up for the Criterion A (Knowing and Understanding) summative assessment on Sunday, 1st March, giving students a key chance to show the depth of their understanding.
Formative tasks offer regular feedback and multiple low-pressure opportunities to practise and refine skills, while summative assessments evaluate overall achievement — together providing varied ways for students to demonstrate learning and supporting deeper, lasting understanding.
Looking ahead, our next unit will focus on biochemistry, taking a closer look at key biomolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids) and their roles in living systems.