AF1.1

AF1 — Thinking scientifically

Thread 1 — using models for and in explanations

Level 8: Describe or explain processes or phenomena, logically and in detail, making use of abstract ideas and models from different areas of science
Level 7: Make explicit connections between abstract ideas and/or models in explaining processes or phenomena
Level 6: Use abstract ideas or models or multiple factors when explaining processes or phenomena; Identify the strengths and weaknesses of particular models
Level 5: Use abstract ideas or models or more than one step when describing processes or phenomena; Explain processes or phenomena, suggest solutions to problems or answer questions by drawing on abstract ideas or models
Level 4: Use simple models to describe scientific ideas.
Level 3: Represent things in the real world using simple physical models

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