MYP Sciences Task Bank

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Efficiency of Combustion

Efficiency of Combustion
In this assessment students inquire and design a scientific investigation looking into how chain length of alcohol affects the energy released during combustion. Students will then complete the experiment based on the method they have planned, and collect, process and evaluate the data and methodology to produce a written report.
MYP Related Concepts: consequences energy
MYP Key Concepts: relationships
MYP Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation
ATL Skills: Critical-thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP5
Area(s) of Science:
Chemistry
Criteria Assessed:
B, C
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

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Electricity Production in LDCs

Electricity Production in LDCs
This is a two-part assessment. In Part 1, students will research and create a written report summarising an electrical energy issue faced by one of the United Nations identified Least Developed Countries (LDC). Using specific knowledge of that country, students will discuss the best choice for an electrical energy system. In Part 2, students will present key information in an oral presentation about their LDC and be assessed on their communication skills.
Science Concepts: Electricity generation Research skills Communication skills Evaluation of scientific innovation Documenting sources Renewable and non-renewable resources Greenhouse effect
MYP Related Concepts: consequences energy
MYP Key Concepts: systems
MYP Global Context: Globalization and Sustainability
ATL Skills: Reflection skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP3
Area(s) of Science:
Physics
Criterion Assessed:
D
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

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Effects of Exercise on the Body

Effects of Exercise on the Body
In this assessment students inquire and design a scientific investigation looking into how acute exercise can affect the cardiovascular or respiratory systems. Students will then complete the experiment based on the method they have planned, and collect, process and evaluate the data and methodology to produce a written report.
Science Concepts: Scientific writing Designing logical and safe methods Analysing data Evaluating methodologies Body systems Cardiovascular and respiratory systems Respiration
MYP Related Concepts: function interaction
MYP Key Concepts: systems
MYP Global Context: Identities and Relationships
ATL Skills: Critical-thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP3
Area(s) of Science:
Biology
Criteria Assessed:
B, C
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

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Pizza Box

Pizza Box
In this assessment, students will design a pizza box to keep a delivery pizza hotter for longer. Using provided research sources linked in the task, they will then create a design-brief poster that summarises their design choice and describes and summarises the benefits and limitations of their design choices linked to different factors.
Science Concepts: Particle and kinetic theory of matter Documenting sources Behaviour of matter Research skills Communication skills Insulators Conductors
MYP Related Concepts: energy function
MYP Key Concepts: relationships
MYP Global Context: Personal and Cultural Expression
ATL Skills: Critical-thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP1
Area(s) of Science:
Chemistry, Physics
Criterion Assessed:
D
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

Chemical Reactions and Rates

Chemical Reactions and Rates
This is a criterion A assessment covering all strands. This assessment is advised to be administered as a written (45-60 mins), timed assessment. (Note: periodic table needs to be provided.)
Science Concepts: elements compounds mixtures physical properties chemical properties
MYP Related Concepts: interaction transformation
MYP Key Concepts: change
MYP Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP3
Area(s) of Science:
Chemistry
Criterion Assessed:
A
Estimated time to complete:
45-60 mins