KS3 study results will be improved if students understand the criteria by which they are being judged.

Years 7,8 & 9


	There are a few basic things to remember if you want to get good marks in your project work. If you pay attention to these your overall marks should get much better.


	1. Always do the homework when it set and READ what your teacher has said about your work when it is returned to you. If you are not sure why you have a low mark then you MUST ask. Next time you will know exactly how to get higher marks. 2. Make your work look as attractive as possible. Write neatly in ink and include any drawing that are necessary (drawn in pencil), colouring them if you have enough time. 3. Check that you have done exactly what you were asked to do. 4. If you don't understand the homework ASK before it is due in. It can be guaranteed that your teacher will help you far more if you make the effort to do the work by the deadline. 5. DON'T leave your homework at home ! BUT DO look after it when it has been returned to you. You will often need homework for revision when the exams come around.

COLLECTING YOUR WORK

When you have finished making your project work remember to collect it from your teacher. Every year we have lots of items that people don't collect and it is an enormous amount of work for your teachers to track you all down and remind you. If you didn't complete the practical work ask if you can continue at lunchtimes. It can usually be arranged and it will often be a lot quicker working than when everyone was doing the same task at the same time.

CHECK WHAT MARKS YOU ACHIEVE


	MARKING. How does the marking system work in the department? You should always check your work when it is returned to you as it will have often have comments on how you could improve. It will always have a mark out of ten and it will also have an effort 'grading'.


	If your teacher thought you did quite well and simply did what was asked then you may find an 'S' on your work as well (for 'satisfactory'). A 'G' obviously show that your teacher feels you have done the work well ('G' for Good) whilst an 'E' means your work can be seen to be very carefully presented and shows an excellent level of effort. All the projects you do have a guidance sheet that shows what marks out of ten might be expected. Make sure you get to know what is required and then you will always achieve good marks. If you ever do not understand what to do you should ask your teacher. Your teacher is interested in your progress and will always help. And the GOLDEN RULE..? Don't wait until work is due in before asking for help and guidance. Make sure you know what is being asked for.


	Y7 Y8 Y9