Biology

Assessment

All students will be regularly assessed throughout the course using a range of methods including summative assessment and formative assessments. The framework for internal assessment is based on the investigation and project work, which will have components of both a prescriptive and student generated nature. During the course there will be mock examinations and tests used to help provide indicative grades and formative feedback for development. These will be based on past papers and sample papers from the IB and the relevant mark schemes will be used. Students will receive specific training on how to use these mark schemes themselves to self assess and peer assess in order to develop a greater understanding of the various assessment criteria and assessment objectives.