This proposed approach should provide a balance between the direct assessment of performance and theory that reflects the expectations contained in the draft subject content. Defining the percentage of marks to be allocated to exam and non-exam assessment, thereby removing the current flexibility in this area, will also enhance comparability between different qualifications. Proposed assessment objectives The proposed assessment objectives are clearer than the current ones for the subject. The permitted weighting ranges are narrower and more specific, which should enhance comparability between different qualifications. We propose a small amount of flexibility to allow subject content to be tested through different assessment objectives to counter predictability in question papers. Assessment objectives Weighting AS A level AO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of 25−30% 25−30% scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical activity and sport, including concepts and theories AO2 Apply knowledge and understanding of 35−40% 30−40% scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical activity and sport, including concepts and theories, in theoretical and practical contexts AO3 Analyse and evaluate scientific, socio-cultural 35−40% 35−40% and practical aspects of physical activity and sport, including concepts and theories, in theoretical and practical contexts. Current assessment objectives Assessment objectives Weighting AS A2 A level AO1 Demonstrate knowledge and 35–45% 25–35% 30–40% understanding of physical activity AO2 Demonstrate the ability to apply 40–50% 30–40% 35–45% skills, knowledge and understanding in physical activity AO3 Demonstrate the ability to analyse 10–20% 30–40% 20–30% and evaluate critically physical activity
This proposed approach should provide a balance between the direct assessment of performance and theory that reflects the expectations contained in the draft subject content. Defining the percentage of marks to be allocated to exam and non-exam assessment, thereby removing the current flexibility in this area, will also enhance comparability between different qualifications. Proposed assessment objectives The proposed assessment objectives are clearer than the current ones for the subject. The permitted weighting ranges are narrower and more specific, which should enhance comparability between different qualifications. We propose a small amount of flexibility to allow subject content to be tested through different assessment objectives to counter predictability in question papers. Assessment objectives Weighting AS A level AO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical activity and sport, including concepts and theories 25−30% 25−30% AO2 Apply knowledge and understanding of scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical activity and sport, including concepts and theories, in theoretical and practical contexts 35−40% 30−40% AO3 Analyse and evaluate scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical activity and sport, including concepts and theories, in theoretical and practical contexts. 35−40% 35−40% Current assessment objectives Assessment objectives Weighting AS A2 A level AO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of physical activity 35–45% 25–35% 30–40% AO2 Demonstrate the ability to apply skills, knowledge and understanding in physical activity 40–50% 30–40% 35–45% AO3 Demonstrate the ability to analyse and evaluate critically physical activity 10–20% 30–40% 20–30%
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