FACULTY: History
COURSE: Year 10 Mandatory History
Assessment Task 1
Name Of Assessment Task Source Analysis
Weighting or % 10%
Outcomes Assessed HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of
continuity and change in the development of the modern world and
Australia
HT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the
historical inquiry process
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations
of the modern world and Australia
Due Date
Week 5
Term 1
Assessment Task 2
Name Of Assessment Task Empathy Task- Vietnam Era
Weighting or % 20%
Outcomes Assessed HT5-4 explains and analyses the causes and effects of events and
developments in the modern world and Australia
HT5-6 uses relevant evidence from sources to support historical
narratives, explanations and analyses of the modern world and
Australia
HT5-8 selects and analyses a range of relevant historical sources
to locate information relevant to an historical inquiry
HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and
digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for
different audiences .
Due Date
Week 3
Term 2
Assessment Task 3
Name Of Assessment Task Half Yearly Exam
Weighting or % 20%
Outcomes Assessed HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that
shaped the modern world and Australia
HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of
continuity and change in the development of the modern world and
Australia
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations
of the modern world and Australia
HT5-9
applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when
communicating an understanding of the past
Week 3/4
Due Date
Term 2
Assessment Task 4
Name Of Assessment Task Site Study
Weighting or % 10%
Outcomes Assessed HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts
when communicating an understanding of the past
HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and
digital forms to communicate effectively about the past for
different audiences.
Due Date
Week
4
Term 3
Assessment Task 5
Name Of Assessment Task Research Task
Weighting or % 20%
Outcomes Assessed HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that
shaped the modern world and Australia
HT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the
historical inquiry process
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations
of the modern world and Australia
Due Date
Week
8
Term 3
Assessment Task 6
Name Of Assessment Task Yearly Collegiate Exam
Weighting or % 20%
Outcomes Assessed HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and
factors that shaped the modern world and Australia
HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of
continuity and change in the development of the modern
world and Australia
HT5-3 explains and analyses the motives and actions of
past individuals and groups in the historical contexts that
shaped the modern world and Australia
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and
interpretations of the modern world and Australia
HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and
concepts when communicating an understanding of the
past.
Due Date
Week 5
Term 4
Source Analysis Test.
OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:
HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of the modern world
and Australia
HT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry process
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia.
Source Sheet
Use these sources and your own knowledge to answer 2 questions asked in class. You are allowed to create a “cheat
sheet” on the back of this sheet. You will need to print this sheet out and bring it to class.
1954
http://www.seofh.com/p/view/id-16344
www.britannica.com
Australia in the 20th century Working Historically pg 256
2004
Source Analysis Scaffolding Sheet
M.A.R.C.A
Motive-Author-Reliability-Content-Audience.
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Source Analysis Scaffolding Sheet
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Motive
Author
Reliability
Content
Audience
Range
9-10
Marking Criteria
Refers to all four sources with reference to own knowledge.
Written in a clear well structured, logical form
Explains context, audience, and motive and assesses reliability.
Effective evaluation of the usefulness of sources in relation to the events, people
and issues.
7-8
Refers to all four sources with reference to own knowledge.
Written in clear logical form with some minor faults such as paragraphing
structure.
Explains context, audience, motive and reliability.
Attempted evaluation of the usefulness of sources in relation to the events, people
and issues.
Refers to three sources with some reference to own knowledge.
Written in paragraphing structure.
Attempts to explain context, audience, motive and reliability.
Mentions usefulness of source.
Refers to three sources.
Written as narrative referring only to detail in the source with little or no own
knowledge.
Some attempts to explain context, audience, motive and reliability.
5-6
3-4
1-2
0
Refers only to one source.
Written in basic manner with either detail from one source or own knowledge.
Little to no reference to context, audience , motive or reliability.
Mark
Evaluate
EMPATHY TASK “Vietnam”
ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING: 20% of assessment grade
OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:
HT5-4 explains and analyses the causes and effects of events and developments in the modern
world and Australia
HT5-6 uses relevant evidence from sources to support historical narratives, explanations and
analyses of the modern world and Australia
HT5-8 selects and analyses a range of relevant historical sources to locate information relevant to
an historical inquiry
HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate
effectively about the past for different audiences.
You can choose the following options for this task:
Option 1 Prepare a speech for Vietnam Veteran’s Association dinner. Your speech should be
through the eyes of an Australian veteran who was in Vietnam; or a loved one who was also affected by the war (e.g. Wife or husband). In your speech you must refer to the War and post-war
experience, it must also reflect the social, political and cultural developments of the Vietnam War.
Or
Option 2
Prepare a speech for a Vietnam War anniversary dinner. Your speech should be from the
experience of a refugee from South-East-Asia. Describe your experiences during and after
Vietnam War. Make sure you talk about your experiences in Australia as a refugee. The speech
must also make reference to the impact the war had on political and cultural Australian life.
This is an empathy task so you must put yourself in their shoes. You may choose to dress up, have
props etc. You can record yourself in audio (use your note-book) or you may use movie maker or
a home video to record the entire performance as your chosen personality.
Teachers will not hesitate to give extra marks for effort and creativity. So if you want to be in “the
jungle” go for it.
PRESENTATION
A transcript of the speech is to be provided along with the recording of your speech ( you may use
Voki or any other web2 tool but you must make sure it works). The transcript presented in a single
plastic sleeve.or it may be emailed as a work document
Cover Sheet must be included with your assessment
BIBLIOGRAPHY on a separate page – (2 marks)
THE BIBLIOGRAPHY MUST INCLUDE: * One encyclopaedia source
Three internet source
Three History books
SEE EXPLANATION AND EXAMPLE OF BIBILIOGRAPHY AT BACK OF BOOKLET
Please Note: If presentation requirements are not met you will have to re-submit your
assignment!!!
RANGE
Research (13 Marks)
MARK
MARKING CRITERIA
13– 10
Well-developed clear, logical structure. Clear detailed explanation of the
social, political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam War.
Clear detailed evaluation of the impact of the Vietnam War on Australian
life.
9-7
Well-developed clear, logical structure. General explanation of the
social, political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam War.
General evaluation of the impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.
6– 4
A developed clear, logical structure. Some explanation of the social,
political or cultural developments as a result of the Vietnam War. Some
evaluation of the impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.
3-2
A brief, undeveloped explanation of the social, political or cultural
developments as a result of the Vietnam War. A brief mention of the
impact of the Vietnam War on Australian life.
1
Lacking a clear, logical structure. A brief, statement about the Vietnam
War. A brief statement of Australians in any war.
Non Attempt
Oral (5 Marks)
0
RANGE
5
4
3
2-1
0
2
1
Strong oral presentation including multiple teachniques.
Competent oral presentation with one or two techniques .
Oral presentation which includes an introduction, conclusion, with some
detail or effort
Attempts oral presentation or submits only a transcript
No speech
Completed on a separate page Includes at least: 1 encyclopaedia, 2
internet source, 4 history books Maintains appropriate reference structure
(based on example given in assessment task)
Bibliography included Includes at least: l encyclopaedia, 1 Internet
source, 2 history books. Maintains appropriate reference structure (based
on example given in assessment task)
MARK
Site Study.
Weighting 10%
A site study is a detailed investigation of a heritage site. The site can be local, regional,
national or international and can be a cultural heritage site. A site study involves researching a
range of sources, recognising how people have changed the environment and understanding the historical
context of the site
OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:
HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of
the past
HT5-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate effectively
about the past for different audiences.
Instructions
Choose ONE of the following sites:
Luna Park or Garden Island
Write a report on the following, minimum 800 words.
1 An overview and details about the site
2 How the site has changed over time,
3 How the site has stayed the same and what were the reasons that site has remained intact or has changed.
Presentation: You may submit your work either hand written or typed on A4 paper in a plastic sleave; it
may be emailed or handed in on a USB.
RANGE
9-10
7-8
5-6
3-4
1-2
0
MARKING CRITERIA
Sequences major historical events to show understanding of continuity,
change and causation.
Locates, selects and organises historical information from numerous
sources
Creates well-structured answer addressing the reason for changes in a
detailed manner. May have some imperfections
Sequences some historical events to show understanding of continuity,
change and causation.
Locates, selects and organises historical information from a few
sources
Creates structured answer addressing the reason for changes in a detailed
manner.
Has difficulty sequencing historical events to show understanding of
continuity, change and causation.
Locates, selects and organises historical information a source
Some structure to address the reason for changes. Some good detail. May
be short in length.
Students write a paragraph about the site. Included some detail but does
not address question.
Student makes a few comments about the site.
Non Attempt
MARK
RESEARCH TASK Essay Question
ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING: 20% of assessment grade
Outcomes:
HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and Australia
HT5-5 identifies and evaluates the usefulness of sources in the historical inquiry process
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia.
Question: How has life in Australia changed post WWII? Length 1000 word minimum.
In your answer you may refer to the following:
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Social and cultural changes in post-World war II and your decade study.
The Vietnam War era and the threat of Communism
Changing rights and freedoms
People power and the politics in the post war period, including the Freedom Rides and Australia’s
role in the UN
You may follow the essay format below
Introduction:
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 6
Conclusion:
You must include a bibliography:
THE BIBLIOGRAPHY MUST INCLUDE:
At least 3 books and must have at least 5 items in total. Swirk and wikepedia are not an acceptable reference.
How to submit: This assessment should be submitted on paper to your teacher. You may only submit by email if
circumstances mean you are away on the submission date. All submission must have your name in the title e.g.
K_Critchley_Vietnam PowerPoint. Submissions without names will have marks deducted. You must include a
bibliography.
RANGE
MARKING CRITERIA
17-20
Well-developed explanation of social, political
and cultural developments and events and
evaluates their impact on Australian life.
Critically assesses the impact of international
events and relationships on Australia’s history.
Strong use of essay format.
Detailed quotations and paraphrasing.
Correct use of bibliography
Referencing correctly used.
May have some minor faults
14-16
Developed explanation of social, political and
cultural developments and events and evaluates
their impact on Australian life
Attempts to assess the impact of international
events and relationships on Australia’s history
Good use of essay structure.
Logical use of quotations.
Correct use of bibliography
Referencing correctly used. May have some
faults.
Sound explanation of social, political and
cultural developments and events and evaluates
their impact on Australian life
Some assessment of impact of international
events and relationships on Australia’s history.
Sound use of paragraphs. Narrative structure,
covering some of the topics listed.
Developing use of quotations.
Correct use of bibliography
Developed referencing.
May have some faults.
Little explanation of social, political and cultural
developments and events and evaluates their
impact on Australian life in sophisticated manner
Little assessment of the impact of international
events and relationships on Australia’s history
Use of paragraphs. Narrative structure.
Little or no use of quotations.
Lack of developed referencing.
General answer of 2 paragraphs. Incorrect use of
essay format.
10-13
6-10
0-5
MARK
Assessment Task Three and Six: Half
Yearly and Core Exam
Assessment Weighting: 20% of assessment grade
OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:
HT5-1 explains and assesses the historical forces and factors that shaped the modern world and
Australia
HT5-2 sequences and explains the significant patterns of continuity and change in the development of
the modern world and Australia
HT5-3 explains and analyses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the historical
contexts that shaped the modern world and Australia
HT5-7 explains different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the modern world and Australia
HT5-9 applies a range of relevant historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding
of the past
The Task:
Students will sit an examination, testing them on outcomes relating to the Stage 5 History Course which they
have covered this year. The exam will consist of three sections, including:
1)
2)
3)
4)
A multiple choice source analysis section.
A short response section
A site study question
A long response section
In order to prepare for their examination, students are advised to revise: