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ASP MATHS
TERM 1 ASSESSMENT GUIDE
GRADES 6-9
September 2017 – December 2017
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Table of Contents Overview .................................................................................................................................... 3
Why Assessment? ..................................................................................................................... 3
Assessment Weightings ............................................................................................................ 3
Why Continuous Assessment? .................................................................................................. 4
Projects and Pop Quizzes ......................................................................................................... 4
End-of-Term Exam Test Specifications .....................................................................................14
Student Information System ......................................................................................................19
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Overview
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance on the assessment that is being
implemented in Term 1 alongside the ASP Maths curriculum.
The guide focuses on Continued Assessment (CA) and End-of-Term (EOT) Exams,
providing information on the methods of assessment based on the Student Learning
Outcomes (SLOs). It also includes the rubrics used to assess the projects and test
specifications for the summative assessments.
Why Assessment?
Assessment is the process of gathering data. More specifically, assessment is the way
instructors gather data about their teaching and their students’ learning (Hanna &
Dettmer, 2004). The data provides a picture of a range of activities using different
forms of assessment such as: pre-tests, observations, and examinations. Once this
data is gathered, you can then evaluate the teaching and the students’ performance.
Evaluation allows us to determine the overall value of an outcome based on the
assessment data. Using this information, we can then design ways to improve the
recognised weaknesses, gaps, and/or deficiencies.
Assessment Weightings
The assessment weighting for the academic year is below.
GRADE TERM CA END-OF-TERM WEIGHTING
6-9 ASP Elite
1 10% 35% 45%
2 10% - 10%
3 10% 35% 45%
30% 70% 100%
English - Mathematics - Science
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Why Continuous Assessment?
To prepare our students to face the challenges of the 21st century, as educators, we
need to implement educational designs that support student success in their learning,
future work, and life. Project-based learning is a dynamic approach to teaching where
students take responsibility for, manage and direct their own learning alongside their
teacher who facilitates this process. Research has proven that project-based learning
assists students in developing transferable skills through reflection and collaborative
discovery, preparing students for living in a knowledge-based and highly technological
society. Students investigate real-world problems and challenges, concurrently
developing cross-curricular skills in an integrated and natural context. A completed
project is ultimately a chance for students to demonstrate their capabilities, providing
evidence of what they have learned and how they apply their newly acquired
knowledge to a set task. Moreover, assessed projects are a form of authentic
assessment and evaluation allowing for the systematic documentation of a learner's
development and progress.
In comparison, the purpose of using pop quizzes as formative assessments is to
identify common knowledge gaps amongst students. These gaps will usually present
themselves in terminology, procedural skill, and/or conceptual understanding of the
mathematics, determining the need for re-teaching and support. By no means should
these pop quizzes be the only formative assessment administered in the classroom.
Teachers should be utilizing various forms of formative assessment to ensure the
students’ understanding of the material to the appropriate depth, keeping in mind the
attainment of future goals (PSAT 8/9, SAT Subject Test- Mathematics Level 1 & 2, AP
Calculus AB Exam, and AP Statistics Exam).
Projects and Pop Quizzes
For the academic year 2017-2018, the CA tools for ASP Maths Term 1 are projects
and pop quizzes aligned to the standards, SLOs, and lessons. Each project is worth
95% of the students’ CA grade, and the average of the pop quizzes is worth 5% of the
students’ CA grade in the Student Information System (SIS). It is the responsibility of
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the teacher to keep accurate records of this information in order to assist with their
classroom and student progress tracking.
The projects are designated for a particular time in the curriculum according to the
Schemes of Work (SOWs) while the pop quizzes will be available at particular points in
the curriculum, amassing no more than two per week. A paper version of each will be
available through SharePoint under EMI Department > Subjects > ASP Maths. The
goal is for teachers to administer pop quizzes through the Learning Management
System (LMS) at the designated teaching week, provided curriculum pacing is
maintained. It will be the responsibility of the teacher and school management to
ensure all students are enrolled in the LMS. Please communicate with the IT staff to
achieve this for use this school year. As teachers have not received LMS training in
time to administer pop quizzes, the paper version should be used.
Project alignment and rubrics are provided below. The highest score for each marked
project will be 20 or 25, depending on the grade level. Pay close attention to this.
Analytic Rubrics Analytic Rubrics are used to score the Projects. These determine the various skills and
abilities that students should demonstrate to show achievement of the learning
outcome(s). They allow the assessor to itemize and define aspects of learning that are
strong and those that need improvement. The advantages of using this type of rubric
are a) they provide clarify to the student of how they achieved their grade and b) the
teacher can clearly justify the students grade through identifiable achievement of
outcomes, therefore removing all subjectivity.
Each of the criteria on the rubric is marked on a 5-point scale (0 – 5). The criteria is
based on the activity being done during the duration of the project. The highest
possible score for each activity is 5 and the lowest is 0, with the total score being 20 or
25. Please ensure you are grading students’ work utilising the relevant rubric. This will
require all teachers to observe their students while they are engaged in completing
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their assessed projects enabling teachers to provide an insightful grade for student
work.
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Grade 6 Project Alignment
Title Unit Standard(s) Lesson(s) Student Learning Outcomes
Does adding an object to water impact the volume
change over a period?
Chapter 1 Ratio and Rate
6.RP.3 Use ratio and rate reasoning to solve real-world and mathematical problems, e.g., by reasoning about tables of equivalent ratios, tape diagrams, double number line diagrams, or equations. 6.RP.3b Solve unit rate problems including those involving unit pricing and constant speed. For example, if it took 7 hours to mow 4 lawns, then at that rate, how many lawns could be mowed in 35 hours? At what rate were lawns being mowed?
Lesson 1-4: Ratio Tables Lesson 1-6: Equivalent Ratios
Find equivalent ratios using a table that express the same relationship between quantities.
Use unit rates to determine if two ratios or rates are equivalent.
Chapter 2 Fractions, Decimals and Percents
6.RP.3 Use ratio and rate reasoning to solve real-world and mathematical problems, e.g., by reasoning about tables of equivalent ratios, tape diagrams, double number line diagrams, or equations.
Lesson 2-1: Decimals and Fractions Lesson 2-2: Percents and Fractions Lesson 2-3: Percents and Decimals Lesson 2-5: Compare and Order Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
Write fractions and mixed numbers as decimals.
Write fractions as percents.
Write decimals as percents.
Compare fractions, decimals, and percents by writing them all as decimals.
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Grade 6 Project Rubric
SECTION/ MARKS
5 4 3 2 1 0 TOTAL
VOLUME
The final volume of water is measured for all 5 experiments. The volume change has been calculated correctly for all 5 experiments. Working is shown for calculations for all 5 experiments.
The final volume of water is measured for at least 4 experiments. The volume change has been calculated correctly for at least 4 experiments.
The final volume of water is measured for at least 3 experiments. The volume change has been calculated correctly for at least 3 experiments.
The final volume of water is measured for at least 1 experiments. The volume change has been calculated correctly for at least 2 experiments.
The volume after is measured for at least 1 experiment. The volume change has been calculated correctly for at least 1 experiment.
Non-Performance*: 1. There is evidence of cheating, plagiarism, and/or identical work to a peer. 2. Nothing of meaning is present and communicated in the final product. *If the student was absent, the project-task is to be given for completion at home and graded accordingly.
/5
FRACTIONS
Fractional change is calculated for all 5 experiments correctly. Working is shown for calculations for all 5 experiments.
Fractional change is calculated for at least 4 experiments correctly.
Fractional change is calculated for at least 3 experiments correctly.
Fractional change is calculated for at least 2 experiments correctly.
Fractional change is calculated for at least 1 experiment correctly.
/5
DECIMALS
Decimal change is calculated for all 5 experiments correctly. Working is shown for calculations for all 5 experiments.
Decimal change is calculated for at least 4 experiments correctly.
Decimal change is calculated for at least 3 experiments correctly.
Decimal change is calculated for at least 2 experiments correctly.
Decimal change is calculated for at least 1 experiment correctly.
/5
PERCENTAGE
Percent change is calculated for all 5 experiments correctly. Working is shown for calculations for all 5 experiments.
Percent change is calculated for at least 4 experiments correctly..
Percent change is calculated for at least 3 experiments correctly.
Percentage change is calculated for at least 2 experiments correctly.
Percent change is calculated for at least 1 experiment correctly.
/5
/20
Grade 7 Project Alignment
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Grade 7 Project Rubric
Title Unit Standard(s) Lesson(s) Student Learning Outcomes
How do you calculate
speed, using distance and
time?
Chapter 4 Ratio, Proportion, and Similar Figures
7.RP.A.1 Compute unit rates associated with ratios of fractions, including ratios of lengths, areas and other quantities measured in like or different units. For example, if a person walks 1/2 mile in each 1/4 hour, compute the unit rate as the complex fraction ½ / ¼ miles per hour, equivalently 2 miles per hour. 7.RP.A.2 Recognize and represent proportional relationships between quantities.
a. Decide whether two quantities are in a proportional relationship, e.g., by testing for equivalent ratios in a table or graphing on a coordinate plane and observing whether the graph is a straight line through the origin.
Lesson 4-1: Ratios Lesson 4-2: Unit Rates Lesson 4-5: Proportional and non-proportional Relationships Lesson 4-6: Graphing Proportional Relationships
Find unit rates
Compare and use unit rates to solve problems
Identify proportional and non-proportional relationships in tables
Describe a proportional relationship using an equation
Identify proportional relationships
Analyse proportional relationships
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SECTION/ MARKS
5 4 3 2 1 0 TOTAL
TIME The time for all 10 experiments tabled, and an increase in time as distance increases is visible.
The time for at least 8 experiments tabled.
The time for at least 6 experiments tabled
The time for at least 4 experiments tabled
The time for at least 2 experiments tabled
Non-Performance*: 1. There is evidence of cheating, plagiarism, and/or identical work to a peer. 2. Nothing of meaning is present and communicated in the final product. *If the student was absent, the project-task is to be given for completion at home and graded accordingly.
/5
SPEED Speed is calculated for all 10 experiments and all calculations shown.
Speed is calculated for at least 8 experiments.
Speed is calculated for at least 6 experiments.
Speed is calculated for at least 4 experiments.
Speed is calculated for at least 2 experiments.
/5
DISTANCE / TIME
GRAPH
The Distance-Time graph is plotted for both running forward and running backwards. All the below should be accurate:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Distance-Time graph plotted for either running forward or running backwards. All the below should be accurate for the graph:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Distance-Time graph plotted for both running forward and running backwards. At least 2 the below should be accurate:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Distance-Time graph plotted for both running forward and running backwards. At least 1 the below should be accurate:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Distance-Time graph plotted for either running forward or running backwards.
/5
SPEED / TIME
GRAPH
The Speed-Time graph plotted for both running forward and running backwards. All the below should be accurate:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Speed-Time graph plotted for either running forward or running backwards. All the below should be accurate for the graph:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Speed-Time graph plotted for both running forward and running backwards. At least 2 the below should be accurate:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Speed-Time graph plotted for both running forward and running backwards. At least 1 the below should be accurate:
Title / Heading
Both axes should be labelled
Units for x- and y-axis should be appropriate
The Speed-Time graph plotted for either running forward or running backwards.
/5
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Conclusion refers to all of the below: 1. Explanation of
Experiment 2. Calculations in the table 3. If the graphs are
proportional or not 4. Variables which may
impact the results
Conclusion refers to at least 3 of the following: 1. Explanation of
Experiment 2. Calculations in the table
and impact of variables. 3. If the graphs are
proportional or not 4. Variables which may
impact the results
Conclusion refers to at least 2 of the following: 1. Explanation of
Experiment 2. Calculations in the table
and impact of variables. 3. If the graphs are
proportional or not 4. Variables which may
impact the results
Conclusion refers to at least 1 of the following: 1. Explanation of
Experiment 2. Calculations in the
table and impact of variables.
3. If the graphs are proportional or not
4. Variables which may impact the results
The conclusion is written with no reference to table, calculations, if the graphs are proportional or not, or mention of variables which may impact the results.
/5
/25
Grade 8 Project Alignment
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Title Unit Standard(s) Lesson(s) Student Learning Outcomes
Is Your Laptop Charged?
Geometric Structure
S.ID.6: Represent data on two quantitative variables on a scatter plot, and describe how the variables are related.
a. Fit a function to the data; use functions fitted to data to solve problems in the context of the data. Use given functions or choose a function suggested by the context. Emphasize linear, quadratic, and exponential models.
b. Informally assess the fit of a function by plotting and analyzing residuals.
c. Fit a linear function for a scatter plot that suggests a linear association.
S.ID.8: Compute (using technology) and interpret the correlation coefficient of a linear fit. F.IF.6: Calculate and interpret the average rate of change of a function (presented symbolically or as a table) over a specified interval. Estimate the rate of change from a graph.
Lesson 4-5: Scatter Plots and Lines of Fit Lesson 4-6: Regression and Median-Fit Lines Lesson 3-3: Rate of Change and Slope
Investigate relationships between quantities by using points on a scatter plot. Use lines of fit to make and evaluate predictions. Write equations of best-fit lines using linear regression. Use rate of change to solve problems.
Grade 8 Project Rubric
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Section/Marks 5 4 3 2 1 0 Total
Prediction using a
Scatter Plot and Line of
Best Fit
A prediction is made and justified by a correct scatter plot and line of best fit.
A prediction is made and justified by a scatter plot and line of best fit, BUT there are 1-2 errors with the scatter plot and line of best fit.
A prediction is made and justified by a scatter plot and line of best fit, BUT there are 3-4 errors with the scatter plot and line of best fit.
No prediction is made, but a correct scatter plot and line of best fit are present. OR A prediction is made and justified by a scatter plot and line of best fit, BUT there are 5+ errors with the scatter plot and line of best fit.
Only a prediction is made, OR only a scatter plot is present.
Non-Performance*: 1. There is evidence of cheating, plagiarism, and/or identical work to a peer. 2. Nothing of meaning is present and communicated in the final product. *If the student was absent, the project-task is to be given for completion at home and graded accordingly.
/5
Estimate Explanation
and Comparison to Prediction
Rasheed’s estimate is explained correctly, giving detail about it being an under- or over-estimate. His estimate is then compared to the student’s original prediction.
Rasheed’s estimate is explained, giving detail about it being an under- or over-estimate, BUT there are 1-2 errors. His estimate is then compared to the student’s original prediction.
Rasheed’s estimate is explained correctly, BUT there is no detail about it being an under- or over-estimate. His estimate is then compared to the student’s original prediction.
Rasheed’s estimate is explained correctly, BUT there is no detail about it being an under- or over-estimate. His estimate IS NOT compared to the student’s original prediction.
Only Rasheed’s estimate is explained correctly, OR only his estimate is compared to the student’s original prediction.
/5
Finding, Using, and Explaining
the Comparison
between Average Rates of Change
The correct average rate of change is calculated for the first and last time intervals, and a clear understanding about how the battery is charging is present.
The average rate of change is calculated for the first and last time intervals, BUT there are 1-2 errors. A clear understanding about how the battery is charging is present.
The average rate of change is calculated for the first and last time intervals, BUT there are 1-2 errors. There is NO clear understanding about how the battery is charging is present.
The average rate of change is calculated for the first and last time intervals, BUT there are 3+ errors, which further shows NO understanding about how the battery is charging is present.
Only the average rate of change is calculated for one of the time intervals.
/5
Extending the Prediction
and/or Estimate
The original scatter plot is extended to the left until it reaches the x-axis, OR Rasheed’s estimate is used in reverse. Whichever method used is justified correctly.
The original scatter plot is extended to the left until it reaches the x-axis, OR Rasheed’s estimate is used in reverse. There are 1-2 method errors present. Whichever method used is justified correctly.
The original scatter plot is extended to the left until it reaches the x-axis, OR Rasheed’s estimate is used in reverse. The method used is justified, BUT there are 1-2 errors present in the method and justification.
The original scatter plot is extended to the left until it reaches the x-axis, OR Rasheed’s estimate is used in reverse. The method used is justified, BUT there are 3+ errors present in the method and justification.
The original scatter plot is extended to the left until it reaches the x-axis, OR Rasheed’s estimate is used in reverse. Whichever method used, there is NO justification.
/5
/20
Grade 9 Project Alignment
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Title Unit Standard(s) Lesson(s) Student Learning Outcomes
Can You Handle the Transformation?
Linear Relations and Functions
F.BF.3: Identify the effect on the graph of replacing 𝑓(𝑥) by 𝑓(𝑥) + 𝑘, 𝑘𝑓(𝑥), 𝑓(𝑘𝑥), and 𝑓(𝑥 + 𝑘) for specific values of 𝑘 (both
positive and negative); find the value of 𝑘 given the graphs. Experiment with cases and illustrate an explanation of the effects on the graph using technology.
Lesson 2-6: Parent Functions and Transformations
Identify and use parent functions. Describe transformations of functions.
Grade 9 Project Rubric
Section/Marks 5 4 3 2 1 0 Total
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Sketches of the Functions
The graphs of g, h, and p are all correctly sketched on the same coordinate grid with the graph of f.
The graphs of g, h, and p are all correctly sketched on the same coordinate grid OR different coordinate grids, AND the graph of f is present.
The graphs of g, h, and p are all sketched on the same coordinate grid OR different coordinate grids, BUT the graph of f is present. There are 1-2 errors among the graphs.
The graphs of g, h, and p are all sketched on the same coordinate grid OR different coordinate grids, BUT there are 3-4 errors among the graphs AND the graph of f is or is not present.
The graphs of g, h, and p are all sketched on the same coordinate grid OR different coordinate grids, BUT there are 5+ errors among the graphs AND the graph of f is or is not present.
Non-Performance*: 1. There is evidence of cheating, plagiarism, and/or identical work to a peer. 2. Nothing of meaning is present and communicated in the final product. *If the student was absent, the project-task is to be given for completion at home and graded accordingly.
/5
Explanation of the
Comparison of Functions
There is a correct explanation of the comparison of the graphs of g, h, and p as each relates to the graph of f. Transformation terminology is used to explain the effect.
There is a correct explanation of the comparison of the graphs of g, h, and p as each relates to the graph of f. Transformation terminology is NOT used to explain the effect.
There is an explanation of the comparison of the graphs of g, h, and p as each relates to the graph of f, BUT there is 1 error. Transformation terminology is used to explain the effect.
There is an explanation of the comparison of the graphs of g, h, and p as each relates to the graph of f, BUT there is 1 error. Transformation terminology is NOT used to explain the effect.
There is an explanation of the comparison of the graphs of g, h, and p as each relates to the graph of f, BUT there are 2+ error.
/5
Coordinates of Corresponding
Points
All nine corresponding points are correctly presented.
Nine corresponding points are presented, BUT there are 1-2 errors. OR There are 7-8 corresponding points correctly presented.
Nine corresponding points are presented, BUT there are 3-4 errors. OR There are 5-6 corresponding points correctly presented.
Nine corresponding points are presented, BUT there are 5-6 errors. OR There are 3-4 corresponding points correctly presented.
Nine corresponding points are presented, BUT there are 7-8 errors. OR There are 1-2 corresponding points correctly presented.
/5
Domain of the Functions
The domain of the graph of f is presented correctly AND correctly related to the domains of the graphs of g, h, and p, using clear and correct justifications.
The domain of the graph of f is presented AND related to the domains of the graphs of g, h, and p, using justifications. There is 1 error present in the domain, relationship, AND/OR justifications.
The domain of the graph of f is presented AND related to the domains of the graphs of g, h, and p, using justifications. There are 2-3 errors present in the domain, relationship, AND/OR justifications.
The domain of the graph of f is NOT presented BUT is related to the domains of the graphs of g, h, and p, using justifications. There are 1-3 errors present in the relationship AND/OR justifications.
The domain of the graph of f is or is not presented AND is related to the domains of the graphs of g, h, and p, using justifications. There are 4+ errors present in the domain, relationship, AND/OR justifications.
/5
/20
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End-of-Term Exam Test Specifications
The EOT exam will be an invigilated session of up to 75 minutes. This will address
various standards, based on the Term 1 SOWs. The specifications are below and
separated by grade level.
The multiple choice, non-calculator portion of the exam will be administered online
using SwiftAssess, but the constructed response, calculator portion of the exam will
be paper-based in order for the students to show their work and receive credit on
various parts of the question, even if the final answer is not correct. Regardless, a
paper version of the entire exam will be available on the day of the exam in case of
technology issues.
A sample paper will be provided prior to the exam to prepare students for the
summative assessment. Examples of exemplary answers will also be provided. Please
note that students need to be well prepared for the content being assessed, as stated
in the test specifications.
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Grade 6 EOT Exam Test Specifications
Question Type Structure Skills Assessed based on Student Learning Outcomes Recommended
Timing Marking
Multiple Choice (MCQ)
20 questions
4 options for each
1 correct option
NO CALCULATOR
allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 30 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 6 Term 1 ASP
Maths content, including the following:
Use compatible numbers to estimate the product of fractions.
Fraction calculations
Calculate the Least Common Multiple (LCM).
Calculate the Greatest Common Factor (GCF).
Use properties to factor linear expressions.
Understand the meaning of positive and negative integers.
Identify points on a four-quadrant grid.
Understand the reflection of points across the x-axis and y-axis.
Calculate absolute value.
Calculate opposites.
List integers in a particular order.
Realise greater numbers are to the right on the number line while lesser numbers are to the left.
Order rational numbers by writing them in the same form.
Represent ratios with concrete models, fractions, and decimals.
Understand the concept of a unit rate, a over b, associated with the ratio
a:b, where b≠0.
35 minutes 20 marks
[1 mark each]
Constructed
Response (CRQ)
10 questions
no options
written responses
CALCULATOR allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 30 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 6 Term 1 ASP
Maths content, including the following:
Use compatible numbers to estimate the product of fractions.
Solve real-world problems by using fraction calculations.
Understand the meaning of positive and negative integers.
Graph a set of integers on a horizontal or vertical number line.
Recognise and draw a four-quadrant grid.
Understand the reflection of points across the x-axis and y-axis.
List integers in a particular order.
To graph an ordered pair, draw a dot at the point that corresponds to the
coordinates.
Apply quantitative reasoning, including predicting and comparing, to solve
real-world problems involving ratios and rates.
45 minutes
30 marks [marks per question
varies based on question]
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Grade 7 EOT Exam Test Specifications
Question Type Structure Skills Assessed based on Student Learning Outcomes Recommended
Timing Marking
Multiple Choice (MCQ)
20 questions
4 options for each
1 correct option
NO CALCULATOR
allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 30 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 7 Term 1 ASP
Maths content, including the following:
Integer calculations
Find the mean (average) of a set of data.
Fraction calculations
Evaluate algebraic expressions with fractions.
Evaluate/write expressions containing exponents.
Scientific notation calculations
Square root or cube root calculations
Identify and compare real numbers.
Ratio calculations
Unit rate and proportion calculations
Find missing measures of similar figures.
Use scale factors to solve problems.
Compute and estimate with percents.
30 minutes 20 marks
[1 mark each]
Constructed
Response (CRQ)
10 questions
no options
written responses
CALCULATOR allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 30 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 7 Term 1 ASP
Maths content, including the following:
Graph points on a coordinate plane.
Graph algebraic relationships.
Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving the four
operations with rational numbers.
Evaluate/write expressions containing exponents.
Scientific notation calculations
Square roots or cube roots calculations
Use or construct scale drawings.
Use scale factors to solve problems.
Solve percent problems using percent equations.
Solve real-world problems involving markup or discount.
Solve simple interest problems.
Solve compound interest problems.
45 minutes
30 marks [marks per
question varies based on question]
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Grade 8 EOT Exam Test Specifications
Question Type Structure Skills Assessed based on Student Learning Outcomes Recommended
Timing Marking
Multiple Choice (MCQ)
20 questions
4 options for
each
1 correct option
NO CALCULATOR
allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 50 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 8 Term 1 ASP Maths
content, including the following:
Write verbal expressions as algebraic expressions and algebraic expressions as verbal expressions.
Evaluate numerical and algebraic expressions by using the order of operations.
Solve equations using properties of numbers.
Represent and interpret graphs of relations.
Determine whether a relation is a function.
Find function values.
Interpret intercepts and symmetry of graphs of functions.
Translate sentences into equations and equations into sentences.
Solve proportions and solve problems involving percent of change.
Solve linear equations and estimate solutions to a linear equation by graphing.
Use rate of change to find the slope of a line.
Relate arithmetic sequences to linear functions.
Write an equation for a proportional relationship and a non-proportional relationship.
Find the inverse of a relation and the inverse of a linear function.
Solve linear inequalities using one or more operations.
Solve and graph absolute value inequalities.
45 minutes 20 marks [1 mark each]
Constructed Response
(CRQ)
5 questions
no options
written responses
CALCULATOR
allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 50 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 8 Term 1 ASP Maths
content, including the following:
Write equations in slope-intercept form and point-slope form.
Solve absolute value equations.
Graph linear equations and identify intercepts and zeros.
Write and graph direct variation equations.
Solve and graph linear inequalities by graphing.
30 minutes
30 marks [marks per question
varies based on question]
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Grade 9 EOT Exam Test Specifications
Question Type Structure Skills Assessed based on Student Learning Outcomes Recommended
Timing Marking
Multiple Choice (MCQ)
20 questions
4 options for
each
1 correct option
NO CALCULATOR
allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 50 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 9 Term 1 ASP Maths
content, including the following:
Identify linear functions.
Write linear equations in standard form.
Add, subtract, and multiply polynomials.
Factor polynomials in the form 𝑥2 + 𝑏𝑥 + 𝑐, 𝑎𝑥2 + 𝑏𝑥 + 𝑐, and special cases.
Simplify expressions using the properties of exponents.
Evaluate and rewrite expressions involving rational exponents.
Identify and generate geometric sequences. Relate geometric sequences to
exponential functions.
Find the inverse of a relation and the inverse of a linear function.
Solve linear inequalities using one or more operations.
Solve and graph absolute value inequalities.
45 minutes 20 marks [1 mark each]
Constructed Response (CRQ)
5 questions
no options
written
responses
CALCULATOR allowed
-texts and tables with about 5 to 50 word counts -graphs and figures
The questions assess the student’s understanding of the Grade 9 Term 1 ASP Maths
content, including the following:
Graph linear inequalities.
Solve quadratic equations by graphing, using square roots, completing the square,
the quadratic formula, and/or factoring
Graph exponential functions, including growth and decay.
30 minutes
30 marks [marks per question varies
based on question]
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Student Information System
SIS is the platform where you will enter the grades for your students. The gradebook
has been programmed in line with the assessment weightings for your grade. For the
Term 1 CA, you will see two entry points, one for the project and one for the pop
quizzes. The overall grade is weighted at 10% for the academic year. The end-of-term
exam will be marked and entered out of 50 marks and weighted at 35% for the
academic year. Please contact your coordinator and IT staff if you are having issues
while entering results into SIS. It is the responsibility of the teacher, coordinator, and
school management to ensure all students’ grades have been correctly entered in a
timely manner in SIS.
Contact Information If you have any enquiries regarding ASP Maths Assessment please:
1. Check all of the assessment information available on Sharepoint.
2. Contact your ASP Coordinator to see if they have the answer.
3. Contact the relevant ADU member for the grade.
Name Grades E-mail
Shujahat Munir 6 - 7 ASP Maths [email protected]
Debra Willacey 8 - 9 ASP Maths [email protected]
Carolyn Grounsell ASP Assessment Lead [email protected]