iGCSE Plus Passion Project G8 Getting started.pptx

iGCSE Plus Passion Project G8 Getting started

1. Understanding GCSE Plus: An Extended Project for Your Future

2. Understanding GCSE Plus An Extended Project for Your Future Welcome to our presentation on GCSE Plus! Let's explore this exciting opportunity together.

3. What is GCSE Plus? An additional project for OxfordAQA International GCSE subjects Student-Led: You choose your topic and research methods Research-Based: In-depth exploration of a subject Extended: 2000-word report Analytical: Evaluate different viewpoints

4. Key Roles in GCSE Plus The Student: Decides the topic, plans the project, conducts research, writes the report The Supervisor: Guides and supports the student, provides feedback, and grades the project The Coordinator: Oversees the project delivery in school, approves topics, trains supervisors Think-Pair-Share: Discuss with a partner which role you're most excited about and why

5. How is GCSE Plus Graded? Four Assessment Objectives (AOs): AO1: Organization - Planning and managing your project AO2: Research - Gathering and analyzing information AO3: Realization - Writing a clear and well-structured report AO4: Review - Evaluating strengths and weaknesses Learning Target Check-in: Rate your confidence in understanding each AO from 1-5

6. Selecting a Topic

7. Refining Your Topic into a Title

8. Example Titles

9. Final Thoughts GCSE Plus is a chance to explore your interests It develops research and analytical skills It helps prepare for future studies or careers Encouragement: Choose a topic that excites you! Reflection Question: How do you think GCSE Plus will benefit your future?

10. Questions? Any questions about GCSE Plus? What topics are you considering? Closing Circle: Share one thing you learned today and one question you still have Exit Ticket: Write down your initial topic idea or a question you want to explore further

11. Thank You!