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| 1.
| Identify and describe the key characteristics and processes of each of Earth's four spheres (lithosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere) |
| 2.
| Discuss the interactions between the lithosphere, biosphere, atmosphere and hydrosphere and how they link to influence earth as a system of systems. |
| 3.
| Apply a range of tools to identify and interpret patterns and processes in Earth's systems. |
| 4.
| Locate, evaluate and organise data, information and literature relating to Earth's systems, interactions and change. |
| 5.
| Communicate scientific information about Earth's systems and interactions clearly and coherently using appropriate written or visual formats. |
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| Assessment Task | Value (of total mark) | Related Learning Outcome/s |
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| 1. |
2 x online quizzes (30 min each) |
10% |
1,2,3 |
| 2. |
Scientific report (1500-2000 words) |
25% |
2,3,4,5 |
| 3. |
Practical assessment (collation of weekly tasks - one page each week) |
30% |
1,2,3,4 |
| 4. |
Final exam (120 min) |
35% |
1,2,3 |
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