[Year 12 IT Apps] An ITA Exam query

[Mark KELLY]

I'm not even sure that 2 marks means you have to make 2 points.
That's never been mentioned officially anywhere.  Perhaps an anonymous
marker could whisper in my ear offlist?

kel at mckinnonsc.vic.edu.au

Cheers

On 13 November 2011 09:58, Mark Scott <msc at luther.vic.edu.au> wrote:
> I would imagine the rule does not apply.
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> If the question asks for two examples (and is worth two marks) then only the
> first two examples would be marked. But if asked to explain or discuss then
> the whole response would be considered.
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> But I’m sure wiser heads than mine out there can offer a more informed
> opinion.
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> Mark Scott
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> Luther College
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> "The busier you get, the slower you walk" anon
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> From: itapps-bounces at edulists.com.au [mailto:itapps-bounces at edulists.com.au]
> On Behalf Of Garnsworthy, John W
> Sent: Sunday, 13 November 2011 9:36 AM
> To: itapps at edulists.com.au
> Subject: [Year 12 IT Apps] An ITA Exam query
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> Hi all,
> As we fast approach the day of reckoning, my best student has posed this
> question of me.
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> "Hello, just a question I've been mulling over.
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> If a question is worth say 2 marks and says explain/give points/discuss but
> does not indicate that it specifically requires two points or discussions
> does the rule of only taking the first two pieces of information still
> apply?
> So if I respond with three pieces of response will only the first two be
> counted or will all three be taken into account? If all three are then what
> happens if two are correct but one is wrong? Will I still get the two marks
> because I have stated two correct points?"
>
> Would anyone like to help me out with their spin on it?
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> Cheers
>
> Jock Garnsworthy
> Wiliamstown High School
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