Genetics and Evolution| Biology | Year 10
Summative
Assessment
Explains how the degenerative
nature of the DNA code can lead to
multiple possibilities of gene
sequences for particular proteins.
Explains how human behaviour and
technological applications may
influence the coevolution of species,
including humans.
Explains how the various
biotechnologies address limitations
in natural biological systems.
Justifies conclusions about the impact
on individuals using supporting
evidence.
Effectively communicates complex
scientific information and uses multiple
visual elements that were consistently
annotated appropriately and enhanced
the text.
Shows a clear understanding of the
genetic basis of inheritance in the
explanation of the issues presented.
Explains how genetic manipulation
techniques may lead to new
characteristics and the influence this
has on evolution.
Explains how genetic manipulation
techniques may lead to new
characteristics and the influence this
has on evolution.
Includes an extensive discussion
outlining legal, social, economic and
ethical issues associated with
Genetically Modified Foods.
Consistently explains appropriate
scientific terminology using language
consistent with the audience. Enhanced
the written text with appropriately
annotated diagrams and graphs.
Describes mutations as changes in
DNA or chromosomes and used
examples to illustrate the effect on
genotypes and phenotypes.
Explains how human behaviour can
change selective pressures to
influence the evolution of species.
Uses specific examples to explain
the purpose of various biotechnology
used in genetic modification.
Includes specific examples of legal,
social, economic or ethical issues
associated with Genetically Modified
Foods.
Selectively used relevant resources and
paraphrased the content using
language consistent with the intended
audience to construct evidence based
arguments.
Uses specific examples to illustrate
the difference between genotypes
and phenotypes.
Describes how changes in selection
pressures influences the evolution of
species.
Describes various ways in which
DNA can be manipulated by
humans.
Identifies relevant legal, social,
economic or ethical issues associated
with Genetically Modified Foods.
Uses language consistent with the
intended audience and includes
appropriate scientific terminology.
Describes the structure of the DNA
molecule
Links the inheritance of DNA to the
expression of traits and selective
pressures.
Identifies a technique used to create
Genetically Modified Foods.
Identifies different points of view
related to Genetically Modified Foods.
Uses multiple resources and
appropriately referenced these in a
bibliography.
Identifies dominant and recessive
traits.
Identifies desirable traits that can be
used in selective breeding.
Identifies that DNA is the same
molecule in all living things.
Identifies positive and negative
aspects to the use of Genetically
Modified Foods.
Shows some use of paraphrasing (use
of own words) in the content presented.
Identifies DNA as the basis of
genetic inheritance.
Identifies key aspects of natural
selection
Identifies that DNA can be changed.
Identifies an issue related to
Genetically Modified Foods.
Uses minimal resources to find
information.
Shows a limited understanding of
genetic inheritance.
Shows a limited understanding of
evolution
Shows a limited understanding of
genetic modification.
Shows a limited understanding of
issues related to Genetically Modified
Foods.
Content in presentation was copied
directly from sources.
Insufficient evidence
Insufficient evidence
Insufficient evidence
Insufficient evidence
Insufficient evidence
1. The transmission of heritable
characteristics from one generation
to the next involves DNA and genes
(VCSSU119)
2. The theory of evolution by natural
selection explains the diversity of
living things and is supported by a
range of scientific evidence
(VCSSU120)
3. Advances in scientific
understanding often rely on
developments in technology and
technological advances are often
linked to scientific discoveries
(VCSSU115)
4. The values and needs of
contemporary society can influence
the focus of scientific research
(VCSSU116)
5. Communicate scientific ideas and
information for a particular purpose,
including constructing evidence-based
arguments and using appropriate
scientific language, conventions and
representations (VCSIS140)
Well Above the
Standard
Above the
Standard
At the Standard
Working
Towards the
Standard
Well Below the
Standard
Skills/Knowledge
from Victorian
Curriculum
Content
Description/Achie
vement Standard.
Science Knowledge and Understanding
Science Inquiry Skills