First Nations Australians Connections to Science Award
Students in this category should acknowledge the scientific knowledge and skills of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. The following marking scheme will be used to judge entries. The overall product produced is open ended. It can be but is not limited to: model, video, essay, art, innovation or invention or game. This category will be judged by a First Nations Australian.
Students will be judged by the following criteria. For a printable version, refer to the Competitions Booklet.
Content
Content explicitly addresses Australian First Nations Connections to science
Scientific information is explained clearly and concisely
Scientific Literacy
Presentation clearly communicates ideas
Scientific terms, units and ideas correctly used and explained
References are used to back up the links to First Nations Australians connections
Presentation of Scientific Work
Presentation clear, easy to understand and culturally respectful
Appropriate for audience.
Content
Content explicitly addresses Australian First Nations Connections to science
Scientific information is explained clearly and concisely
Scientific Literacy
Presentation clearly communicates ideas
Scientific terms, units and ideas correctly used and explained
References are used to back up the links to First Nations Australians connections
Presentation of Scientific Work
Presentation clear, easy to understand and culturally respectful
Appropriate for audience.