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The nature of these responses will mean that the discussion largely avoids questions inviting the student to evaluate critically aspects of what has been researched in favour of a more factual line of questioning. provide specific advice on the language of the student’s presentation and discussion, apart from the language of the project title match the phrasing of the question set. Examples of this are in the specimen mark scheme. Translation
The examiner may use points made in the presentation as well as information given on the Candidate Record form to initiate the discussion. Challenges from the examiner that perhaps call into question the validity of the student’s findings or the conclusions they are offering will consistently be responded to with a confident and effective marshalling of knowledge. online – whatever suits your needs and availability. Find out more at coursesandevents.aqa.org.uk Help and support available
discuss, guide and advise students on their proposed project title (including language of the title) and the scope of the research Challenges from the examiner that perhaps call into question the validity of the student’s findings or the conclusions they are offering will not always be responded to with a confident and effective marshalling of knowledge. The emphasis throughout the discussion will be on eliciting views, opinions, ideas, and reactions from the student which they will be invited to explain, develop further, justify, illustrate, and defend, and where knowledge of the topic area will be paramount in supporting the responses given. qualification may be used for responses in English, including translation into English. Assessment objective weightings for A-level
The confidentiality of the assessment materials must be strictly maintained before and during the period of the assessments.provide support/guidance on research techniques, including how best to manage the storing and assimilation of knowledge and information that has been researched The student will respond well to most opportunities to explain, develop further, justify and defend opinions and views expressed about the topic under discussion. For further detail on Paper 3 Speaking, see A-level French, German and Spanish Instructions for Speaking tests and A-level French, German and Spanish: Candidate Record form. Assessment criteria Paper 1 Summary questions: AO3 Mark grade boundaries and our post-results services, visit aqa.org.uk/results Keep your skills up-to-date with professional development