MYP Sciences Task Bank

Collision Course

Collision Course
In this assessment students inquire and design a scientific investigation looking into the effect of mass or height of drop on a force by measuring and modelling the size of an “impact crater”. Students will then complete the experiment based on the method they have planned. They the collect, process and evaluate the data and methodology to produce the complete written report.
Science Concepts: Scientific writing Designing logical and safe methods Analyzing data Evaluating methodologies Newton's laws Balanced and unbalanced forces
MYP Related Concepts: balance movement
MYP Key Concepts: change
MYP Global Context: Orientation in Space and Time
ATL Skills: Thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP3
Area(s) of Science:
Physics
Criteria Assessed:
B, C
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

Reproductive Interventions

Reproductive Interventions
In this assessment, students have the choice to create a poster, website, or written report about a reproductive intervention; this can be either a contraceptive method or a way to aid conception. It is recommended to provide students with a note taking document, so that they are practising making their product from their own notes and are therefore writing in their own words and including the relevant sources.
Science Concepts: Reproductive systems Contraception Conception Research skills Documenting sources Ovulation Fertilization Implantation
MYP Related Concepts: function interaction
MYP Key Concepts: systems
MYP Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation
ATL Skills: Thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP5
Area(s) of Science:
Biology
Criteria Assessed:
A, D
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

Collision Course

Collision Course
In this assessment, students must produce two graphic design briefs; one that is a solution using a contact force and another that uses a non-contact force. Students can use the answers to the scaffolded research prompts to then produce their final designs. It may also be worth reminding students of the citation expectations in your school (for example MLA9).
Science Concepts: Forces Evaluation of scientific innovations Documenting sources Contact and non-contact forces Newton's laws Research skills Communication skills
MYP Related Concepts: balance movement
MYP Key Concepts: change
MYP Global Context: Orientation in Space and Time
ATL Skills: Thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP3
Area(s) of Science:
Physics
Criterion Assessed:
D
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

The Electromagnetic Spectrum

The Electromagnetic Spectrum
In this assessment, students have the choice to create a poster, website, or written report about one specific part of the EMS. They will then use this to teach a small group, so the whole class learns about all parts of the EMS. It is recommended to provide students with a note taking document, so that they are practising making their product from their own notes and are therefore writing in their own words and including the relevant sources. It may also be worth reminding students of the citation expectations in your school (for example MLA9).
Science Concepts: EMS Longitudinal waves Wave speed equation Speed of light Frequency Wavelength Wave speed Electromagnetic spectrum Research skills Documenting sources
MYP Related Concepts: energy movement
MYP Key Concepts: change
MYP Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation
ATL Skills: Thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP5
Area(s) of Science:
Physics
Criteria Assessed:
A, D
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins

Rates of Reaction

Rates of Reaction
In this assessment students inquire and design a scientific investigation looking into how different factors can affect the time it takes for a reaction to complete, or the amount of product produced in a set time. 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 Particle theory of matter Collision theory
MYP Related Concepts: interaction transformation
MYP Key Concepts: change
MYP Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation
ATL Skills: Critical-thinking skills
Details
Criteria level(s):
MYP3
Area(s) of Science:
Chemistry
Criteria Assessed:
B, C
Estimated time to complete:
90+ mins