patterns, and explore space. These skills that are increasingly vital in our changing world. Rather than focusing on a single discipline, this course offers broad, real-world scientific understanding for students drawn to the big questions. Assessment This course contributes towards NCEA Level 2, with 8 of the 20 credits externally assessed by examination, and the remaining 12 credits internally assessed. The following Achievement Standards may be assessed: • AS 91187 (4 credits – internal) Carry out a practical Earth and Space Science investigation. • AS 91189 (4 credits – internal) Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality. • AS 91190 (4 credits – internal) Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment.
• AS 91191 (4 credits – external) Demonstrate understanding of the causes of extreme Earth events in New Zealand. • AS 91192 (4 credits – external) Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems. The course can be tailored to meet the needs of the class or student as appropriate.
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