Argument, ethics in evidence use, and communication

Science inquiry — Australian Curriculum v9.0, Year 10 Science.

Achievement focus

Students construct logical arguments based on analysis of varied evidence to support conclusions and evaluate claims. They select content, language and text features effectively to communicate ideas, findings and arguments to diverse audiences.

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AC9S10I07 — Arguments and evidence

Students learn to: construct arguments based on analysis of a variety of evidence to support conclusions or evaluate claims, and consider any ethical issues and cultural protocols associated with accessing, using or citing secondary data or information.

Core ideas

• Strong arguments weigh multiple sources, acknowledge limitations, and separate observation from interpretation.
• Using others’ data requires attribution, permission where needed, and respect for Indigenous knowledge and cultural protocols.

Learning checkpoints

1. Why is citing the source of a graph from the internet important?
   Sample answer: So others can verify it, credit the author, and judge whether the source is trustworthy.

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AC9S10I08 — Communicating for purpose and audience

Students learn to: write and create texts to communicate ideas, findings and arguments effectively for identified purposes and audiences, including selection of appropriate content, language and text features, using digital tools as appropriate.

Learning checkpoints

1. How might a poster for younger students differ from a formal lab report?
   Sample answer: Simpler vocabulary, fewer technical details, more visuals, and a clear takeaway message.