Year 8 · Science Inquiry

AC9S8I01

Questions, Predictions and Hypotheses

develop investigable questions, reasoned predictions and hypotheses to explore scientific models, identify patterns and test relationships

AC9S8I02

Planning Reproducible Investigations

plan and conduct reproducible investigations to answer questions and test hypotheses, including identifying variables and assumptions and, as appropriate, recognising and managing risks, considering ethical issues and recognising key considerations regarding heritage sites and artefacts on Country/Place

AC9S8I03

Generating Data with Precision

select and use equipment to generate and record data with precision, using digital tools as appropriate

AC9S8I04

Representations and Mathematical Models

select and construct appropriate representations, including tables, graphs, models and mathematical relationships, to organise and process data and information

AC9S8I05

Analysing Data and Anomalies

analyse data and information to describe patterns, trends and relationships and identify anomalies

AC9S8I06

Evaluating Methods and Claims

analyse methods, conclusions and claims for assumptions, possible sources of error, conflicting evidence and unanswered questions

AC9S8I07

Evidence-Based Arguments

construct evidence-based arguments to support conclusions or evaluate claims and consider any ethical issues and cultural protocols associated with using or citing secondary data or information

AC9S8I08

Communicating Findings and Arguments

write and create texts to communicate ideas, findings and arguments for specific purposes and audiences, including selection of appropriate language and text features, using digital tools as appropriate