Research Project
Teacher: Ryan Lynch or Anita Kershaw
Students choose a topic that is of interest to them. It may be linked to a SACE subject or course, or to a workplace or community context. It could be an idea or issue, a technical or practical challenge, an artefact, a problem, or a research question.
Their research will follow a specific framework:
- Initiating, planning, and managing the research;
- Carrying out the research;
- Communicating the research outcome and evaluating the research.
Students complete their Research Project in Semester 2 of Stage 1, however, the course is run each semester for new students starting at the school that may not have previously completed their Research Project.
Assessment:
School Assessment (70%)
- Assessment Type 1 Folio (30%).
- Assessment Type 2 Research outcome (40%)
External Assessment (30%)
- Assessment Type 3: Evaluation (30%)
Pathways:
The Research Project is designed to further develop students’ research skills. These skills are crucial for when students enter tertiary education.
*Under the requirements of SACE all students must complete a Research Project