3 Reflective statements show the ability to analyze and evaluate insights gained through exploring the Criterion I: Communication This criterion assesses the effectiveness of the language used in the project and the ability to communicate important terms, concepts, ideas and their application. Achievement Descriptor Level 0 The student has not met the requirements of the level 1 markband 1 Language chosen is generally and rarely interferes with meaning. The student is able to use key terms, concepts and ideas, but these may not always be fully explained and there may be some evidence of misunderstanding. 2 Language chosen is appropriate and conveys meaning clearly. The student is able to explain key terms, concepts and ideas adequately. 3 Language chosen is clear and concise, supporting and developing meaning. The student explains key terms, concepts and ideas clearly and precisely and shows understanding through their application. Criterion J: Presentation This criterion assesses the ability to organize the project in terms of coherence and structure. Documentation style is also assessed Achievement Descriptor Level 0 The student has not met the requirements of the level 1 markband 1 The project has a straightforward structure with sections organized by grouping together similar material, though the transitions between them may be awkward. References, citations and a bibliography are included, though these may be inconsistent and incomplete. 2 The project has a clear structure with sections connected to and leading on from each other. References, citations and a bibliography are included, though there may be occasional inconsistencies and omissions. 3 The project is organized to give clarity and cohesion to the ideas presented, with sections linking to present a coherent and convincing whole. References, citations and a bibliography are included, with errors or omissions occurring only rarely. The IB will award a grade based on the mark. 26–30 A 21–25 B 16–20 C 10–15 D 0–9 E Examiners will not read beyond the appropriate word limit when assessing the reflective project. •
3 Reflective statements show the ability to analyze and evaluate insights gained through exploring the Criterion I: Communication This criterion assesses the effectiveness of the language used in the project and the ability to communicate important terms, concepts, ideas and their application. Achievement Level Descriptor 0 The student has not met the requirements of the level 1 markband 1 Language chosen is generally and rarely interferes with meaning. The student is able to use key terms, concepts and ideas, but these may not always be fully explained and there may be some evidence of misunderstanding. 2 Language chosen is appropriate and conveys meaning clearly. The student is able to explain key terms, concepts and ideas adequately. 3 Language chosen is clear and concise, supporting and developing meaning. The student explains key terms, concepts and ideas clearly and precisely and shows understanding through their application. Criterion J: Presentation This criterion assesses the ability to organize the project in terms of coherence and structure. Documentation style is also assessed Achievement Level Descriptor 0 The student has not met the requirements of the level 1 markband 1 The project has a straightforward structure with sections organized by grouping together similar material, though the transitions between them may be awkward. References, citations and a bibliography are included, though these may be inconsistent and incomplete. 2 The project has a clear structure with sections connected to and leading on from each other. References, citations and a bibliography are included, though there may be occasional inconsistencies and omissions. 3 The project is organized to give clarity and cohesion to the ideas presented, with sections linking to present a coherent and convincing whole. References, citations and a bibliography are included, with errors or omissions occurring only rarely. The IB will award a grade based on the mark. 26–30 A 21–25 B 16–20 C 10–15 D 0–9 E • Examiners will not read beyond the appropriate word limit when assessing the reflective project.
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