Civics and Citizenship Assessment Map - Sample at 3.5
Responding to an issue
Context
Prior to undertaking the task, student groups identified issues in the local area. They were asked to undertake further research about the issue. Students individually produced a draft of a report which included an explanation of the issue, arguments for and against and a personal opinion. Feedback on the draft was provided by the teacher. Students were then asked to write a report about the issue and present it electronically.
The elements of the Community engagement Level 4 standard addressed by this task are:
(Students) present a point of view on a significant current issue or issues and include recommendations about the actions that individuals and governments can take to resolve issues.
(Students) demonstrate understanding that there are different viewpoints on an issue …
Sample
This work sample, and the related 3.5 Civics and Citizenship progression point examples, illustrates the kind of response that students produce as they progress towards the Level 4 standard.
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Annotation
Community engagement – 3.5
- Provides an introduction to the issue without indicating a viewpoint.
- Identifies clear arguments for and against dogs being allowed off their leads at Ruffey Park.
- Provides a simple opinion in the concluding paragraph but without supporting arguments or evidence.
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