Eva Becker-Grahame

2022 Year 11 Final Report

Meredith Melville-Jones

College Director

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General Capabilities
General capabilities are skills that are universally important in all industries and for successful study. Students who
are working at an advanced level across the general capabilities are more likely to demonstrate success in the
workplace and in study.
Bradfield’s general capabilities have been developed from a consideration of both the NSW public sector General
Capability Framework and NESA NSW syllabuses. This list is not exhaustive but rather a glimpse of capabilities
relevant to student work at Bradfield.
Students may be demonstrating general capabilities at an advanced level at times but may not be awarded this unless
it is consistently demonstrated. A number of factors may contribute to developing and emerging levels, which may
include factors such as inconsistency of approach or a lack of attendance that makes it difficult to consistently
demonstrate these capabilities.

Report General
Explanation
Capabilities
Thinks creatively; is innovative; demonstrates intellectual curiosity; asks insightful
Creative and innovative
questions; takes original, unique, and imaginative approaches to idea generation;
thinking
challenges existing boundaries and ideas.
Is prepared and organised; sets and meets goals; manages resources effectively; high
Commitment to learning standards of quality and ownership of work; tasks completed on time; attends regularly
and applies self consistently.
Communicates ideas effectively both verbally and in writing; adjusts communication to
Communicating and audience to enhance clarity; listens; asks clarifying questions; demonstrates respect and is
sharing information sensitive to others; responds to subtle communication cues; selects and uses
technological tools and channels for communication.
Capability to be resilient, to persevere and employ a growth mindset when faced with
Resilience, perseverance
challenges; is comfortable making mistakes; looks forward to the next challenge; has long
and mindset
range plans for new challenges.
Contributes to a team; demonstrates awareness of group goals and prioritises them;
Collaboration and
fulfills roles and responsibilities; is aware of how others in the team are progressing;
personal accountability
makes significant contributions to a team.
Seeks solutions to problems; generates alternative ideas; tests and communicates about
Problem solving and
and actions ideas; builds background knowledge on a concept or problem; identifies
critical thinking
alternate perspectives in an idea or concept; applies analysis and reasoning skills.

Report Descriptors Report level explanations.

Students are working at a sophisticated and highly accomplished level consistently and
Advanced
persistently; students work independently, knowing when to seek guidance.
Students are working at a competent and substantial level consistently; students work
independently and seek guidance. or
Proficient
Students demonstrate an advanced level most of the time, yet may require some
guidance.
Students are working at a developing and evolving level and require guidance at times.
Developing Note: students may demonstrate moments of proficiency or advanced skills, yet are not
demonstrating these consistently.
Students are working at a foundation, or elementary level; inconsistent; require regular
Emerging
guidance and support.
Students are working at a limited or minimal level; they have not demonstrated the
Not demonstrated
outcomes and require constant active support.

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Year 11 English Advanced Teacher: Dylan Williams

Content Statement:
In the English Advanced course, students continue to explore opportunities that are offered by challenging
texts to investigate complex and evocative ideas, to evaluate, emulate and employ powerful, creative and
sophisticated ways to use language to make meaning, and to find enjoyment in literature.

Through exploring and experimenting with processes of composition and response, students further
develop understanding of how language is employed to create artistic expression in texts. They analyse
the different ways in which texts may reflect and/or challenge and extend the conventions of other texts.
They evaluate the meanings conveyed in these texts, and how this is achieved. Students further develop
skills in independent, collaborative and reflective learning. Such skills form the basis of sound practices of
investigation and analysis required for adult life, including the world of work as well as post-school
training and education. The modules encourage students to question, reconsider and refine meaning
through language, and to reflect on their own processes of responding, composing and learning.

Assessment Tasks:
Writing Portfolio 10/50
Multimodal Article 18/20
Yearly Examination 27/40

Year 11 NESA Grade C

Not
General Capabilities Criteria Advanced Proficient Developing Emerging
Demonstrated
Creative and innovative thinking ✓
Commitment to learning ✓
Communicating and sharing information ✓
Resilience, perseverance and mindset ✓
Collaboration and personal accountability ✓
Problem solving and critical thinking ✓

Teacher Comment:
Eva is a highly capable member of the English class, and has met all course outcomes with positive results.
She is encouraged to revise and practise the exam strategies taught in class in order to continue to
improve her results in formal exam settings. Eva is an insightful member of the class, and is to be
commended on her mature attitude towards learning.

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Year 11 Fashion and Textiles Teacher: Alexandra Wheeler

Content Statement:
A creative and practical course which introduces students to the skills and techniques required in the
production of fashion design and technology. The course also explores the work practices of the fashion
industry.

Assessment Tasks:
Task 2 Work Safely 100/100
Task 3 Production line 1/100
Task 1 Skills Bag N/A/100
Task 6 Pattern Making - Bespoke Vest 2/2

N/A N/A

Not
General Capabilities Criteria Advanced Proficient Developing Emerging
Demonstrated
Creative and innovative thinking ✓
Commitment to learning ✓
Communicating and sharing information ✓
Resilience, perseverance and mindset ✓
Collaboration and personal accountability ✓
Problem solving and critical thinking ✓

Teacher Comment:
Eva is a vibrant student who has demonstrated solid ability in Fashion when she is in class. She particularly
enjoys the practical aspect of the course and it has been a pleasure seeing her signature style evidenced in
projects. Eva has a few units still to complete, which should be prioritised outside of class time in Term 4. I
look forward to seeing her skills continue to develop in Year 12.

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Year 11 Modern History Teacher: Jacqui Duncan

Content Statement:
Students investigated the Enlightenment and its role in the shaping of the modern world. They also
engaged in an historical investigation which provided opportunities to further develop relevant
investigative, research and presentation skills that are the core of the historical inquiry process. The
investigation also provided the context for a practical application of the general capabilities.

Students also investigated the ways in which the past is represented and commemorated while learning
about nuclear testing in the Pacific. Historical concepts and skills content were integrated throughout the
course.

Assessment Tasks:
Assessment Task 1 10/15
Investigation Project 0/40
Exam 31.50/45

Year 11 NESA Grade D

Not
General Capabilities Criteria Advanced Proficient Developing Emerging
Demonstrated
Creative and innovative thinking ✓
Commitment to learning ✓
Communicating and sharing information ✓
Resilience, perseverance and mindset ✓
Collaboration and personal accountability ✓
Problem solving and critical thinking ✓

Teacher Comment:
Eva is an enthusiastic student who expressed considerable interest in Modern History class. She did well in
the recent exam; this clearly demonstrating that Eva can produce excellent work. I advise her to develop
her skills in writing and source analysis, particularly going into a challenging HSC year. Consistent and
improved attendance will also assist her in history and associated assessments.

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Year 11 Screen and Media Teacher: Michael McLennan

Content Statement:
Students are introduced to D-SLR/mirrorless camera operation, sound recording, lighting, video editing
(Adobe Premiere), shotlist and scriptwriting over a series of practical exercises. These include filming a
chase scene, an interview of a classmate, and a number of knowledge quizzes.

Assessment Tasks:
Task 1: The Chase 33.30/40
Task 3: Quizzes 189.41/280
Task 2: The Interview 24/30
Task 4: Class-based Learning Exercises 20/30

N/A N/A

Not
General Capabilities Criteria Advanced Proficient Developing Emerging
Demonstrated
Creative and innovative thinking ✓
Commitment to learning ✓
Communicating and sharing information ✓
Resilience, perseverance and mindset ✓
Collaboration and personal accountability ✓
Problem solving and critical thinking ✓

Teacher Comment:
Eva is a visually intuitive and intelligent learner who has strong instincts for screen storytelling. Her strong
work in the course includes: (i) The Hatching - an experimental take on the chase scene project that Eva
crafted beautifully in editing and sound work; (ii) an interview with a fellow classmate, where Eva
designed interview questions, a lighting concept and directed a crew. Assessments are often completed to
a strong standard, although reminders are often required to make the submission. Eva could at times
collaborate with others in the class outside of her immediate comfort zone of friends. Eva could achieve a
great deal more if she was more regularly in attendance.

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Year 11 Visual Arts Teacher: Johanna King

Content Statement:
In the Preliminary Visual Arts course students develop knowledge, skills and understanding of how they
may represent their interpretations of the world in artmaking as an informed point of view. Students will
develop knowledge, skills and understanding of how they may represent an informed point of view about
the visual arts in their critical and historical accounts.

Assessment Tasks:
Task 1 Portfolio of 2D work & research 25/35
Task 2 Portfolio of 3D works & research 19/35
Task 3 Yearly Examination 38/50

Year 11 NESA Grade B

Not
General Capabilities Criteria Advanced Proficient Developing Emerging
Demonstrated
Creative and innovative thinking ✓
Commitment to learning ✓
Communicating and sharing information ✓
Resilience, perseverance and mindset ✓
Collaboration and personal accountability ✓
Problem solving and critical thinking ✓

Teacher Comment:
Eva is a mature and conscientious student who has demonstrated a depth of knowledge in art history and
criticism. She is always a fantastic contributor to class discussions with a wealth of knowledge. Eva has
shown an outstanding level of technical skill in art making and has displayed ability in a range of 2D and
3D art forms. Eva's time management and consistency can leave some of her work unresolved and this
would be an area to investigate relevant strategies for her HSC year. Her approach to learning in Visual
Arts have put her in a good position to achieve in the HSC year.

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Year 11 Workplace skills Teacher: Amelia Sinclair

Content Statement:
This nationally accredited Certificate II in Workplace Skills course, equips learners with foundational skills
so they can support a range of industries. Learners develop skills to prepare for an entry-level job or
further study options in a variety of areas as they gain skills in workplace communication, technology use
and more.

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, students learnt: Communication skills; Worked
effectively in business environments; Planned and applied time management skills; Employed sustainable
work practices; Contributed to the health and safety of self and others; Worked with technology

Students developed enterprise skills through working on real world projects in their Industry Experience
Program working collaboratively on a Vivid project for Playground of the Unexpected. They participated in
a mock job interview, developed a career plan and completed 35 hours of work placement. Successful
completion of all units of competency will enable students to be eligible for their TAFE certificate.

Teacher Comment:
Eva's attendance in her Work Skills class was sporadic this year, making it difficult for her to keep abreast
of the course requirements. However, she realised her responsibility toward the end of term 2 and
satisfactorily addressed the Work Skills outcomes. Eva delivered a well developed career plan portfolio
within the Vivid Industry Experience Program. Addressing most aspects of the following: Working
collaboratively within the Vivid Project; Enterprise Skills through Work Placement; Communication and
Preparation Skills through the Mock Job Interview; Researching and Developing a Career Plan.

Overall Attendance:
Full Day Absences: 25
Partial Day Absences: 26

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