Aqa project qualifications level 3 extended project. Essentially, the epq is a largescale independent learning assignment, in which the candidates record of their research processes is as important as the end product. The epq one is slightly less prestructured in places. A copy of your signed production log book this can very easily be down loaded from project q. I knew i wanted to do geog at uni and wanted to put the impacts in a way that would be understood to a child. The presentation ended with a question and answer session involving members both staff and students of the audience. Students are free to choose the topic of their epq.
A reflective journal can help you to identify important learning events that had happened in your life. Self reflection is necessary and vital to make the project credible enough to be believed by the viewers and the readers, especially in the case of the books and other published material. An authoritative voice in the new contemporary arts scene, highlighting emerging talents, and. How to write insight and reflection for project work. A reflective paper on a book should not simply tell or describe a story.
City of london freemens school epq information 201920 issuu. The epq will be marked by the schools epq team of supervisors. Experienced researchers at manchester have designed a series of bespoke workshops specifically to support students studying for the extended project qualification epq, or undertaking an extended project as part of a diploma. Choosing terrorism and focusing on cyberterrorism as my topics will benefit me also later in life as i progress into. Although it is a standalone qualification, it will be graded by cambridge at the same standard as a cambridge international a level. Students also submit a reflective log of their project, which encourages evaluation and reflection skills. We need to next gen to understand it because in this current political climate its being ignored. The production log should not become the main element of assessment its completion requires a specific set of skills that are valuable but may not relate well to those required by the project. He said that i needed to explain the reasons for my choice of project more fully and also that i needed to put in a more detailed. Resources for the extended project qualification at the. Mar 29, 2019 buy aqa extended project qualification epq by andrews, christine isbn. For busy sixthformers to find the time or the motivation requires some dedication. Design and create a recipe book for university students. Students can enjoy the freedom of working in their own way as they undertake a project based on a subject they are taking or an area of personal interest.
Home courses extended project qualification epq epq y12. The production log is a document that is used to record a students journey through the project process. Please list below any books, leaflets or other materials eg dvds, software. It involves in my case writing an essay of about 5000 words, a pretty long piece of paperwork about your research and how you approached your project, and a final presentation where youll talk through this essay. Epq teacher guide the production log and its purpose aqa. Candidate record form, production log and assessment record. No yes if yes, give brief details extended project final title. International independent project qualification ipq oxford aqa. If, as a centre coordinator or supervisor, you are new to epq then it would enable you to support your students and encourage them to selfmanage. This makes it an attractive option for students and universities, as it enables applicants to demonstrate their wider interests and concerns. Epq teacher guide the production log and its purpose. In the library there are 3 copies of the aqa extended project companion which you. Ive also included multiple excerpts from my log book, a key component of an epq. Download a copy of the epq logbook several file types available below.
Praise for the epq 6 the epq received praise for developing many of the academic skills identified as problems interviewees thought that one benefit of the epq was that it encouraged reflection across a wide range of content and issues. How to write insight and reflection for project work wisestep. Extended project qualification teacher resource bank. Extended project qualification for year 12 enhancement.
Oct 08, 2016 undertaking an epq has strengthened my ability to prioritise tasks and stick to selfimposed deadlines. Do care homes provide adequate care to dementia patients. The production log is not an admin document but rather provides the student with the backbone of their project. Gather together the information you need notes from b. Above is a good example to illustrate what you will need to include this is an example from last year so the name is different record of initial planning rather than record of. It should demonstrate your position regarding the book. Oct 19, 2015 a good reflection pap er o n a book should explore or demonstrate your personal experiences or feelings towards a book that you have read.
This is an international version of the uks most popular extended project. Again, my essay and artefact are also online and available to view here. Projects where the majority of the evidence is provided in other formats should include a report or record of work undertaken which is at least words. As such, the book would suit both large and small student cohorts, individual or group projects and a range of potential ability levels. Nov 25, 2015 by now you should be roughly midway through your epq. Candidate record form, production log and assessment record 2021 92. Use sample reflection paper as a guide for writing because a good sample will enable you to know how to structure your reflection pap er o n a book properly. We have updated the specification to help you manage project qualifications in your school and ensure your students are prepared for their epq. All projects must include a written report of between and 5000 words. I hope this article has been somewhat helpful and i wish you the best with your hpq epq. Prepared me for dealing with a heavy workload as a student and doctor. This is an example of an epq dissertation fully meeting every criteria outlined in mark scheme clearly laid out and includes a fully descriptive and analytical activity log which is the bulk of the marks for the epq. Self reflection is what you think will the project reflect to the readers.
Reflection is an especially significant part of the extended project qualification epq that is offered to sixthformers in many schools. Save the logbook under your name, using the following format. Project qualification level 3 extended project pearson. Annotated example of an a record of initial ideas read this example and the notes before completing your record of initial ideas. Level 3 extended project 9990 candidate record form. Here is a link to an example of a reflection paper on the book, african fractals by rogan eglash that you can use as your practical guide for writing a reflection pap er o n a book. All projects must include a written report of between 1,000 and 5,000 words. Record of initial ideas resources and information for epq. As you are roughly midway through your project, it is time to complete. Were pleased to offer a series of resources to support teachers and students with completing an epq. I submitted my aqa extended project qualification in 2019 and received an.
The outcome, whether it be an essayreport or artefact is. The production log is a document that is used to record a students journey through. The project qualifications are processbased qualifications. Jul 10, 2016 this page is a log of my progress, where i will comment on what i have achieved from week to week to move forward in the planning of, conducting research for, writing of and presenting my epq, as well as changes ive had to make along the way, and what i need to do for. Ive looked on amazon for books written by some of the people in the interviews and ive ordered a book. This extended project idea is a fantastic one to explore if you are interested in the support networks that are available across the united kingdom for patients that cant look after themselves independently due to factors outside of their control such as dementia. When the examiners for epq specify that your project should be reflective, they are saying that they need you to show evidence that you are thinking about and learning from the process of researching and writingcreating your project. For my epq i made a children book about climate change. Level 3 extended project candidate record form candidate. Information for students and teachers of our edexcel level 3 extended project, including the specification, key documents and.
A blog about art, design, film, music, photography, daily junk and projects. Project qualification level 3 extended project pearson qualifications. City of london freemens school epq information 201920 by. I have never produced a project to this scale, this made planning my time effectively difficult because i have no previous experience to take into account when i produced my plan. As with almost everything, there were downfalls with the journey throughout my epq, one of which was my time management. Or and accompanying written report is this project part of a group project. An independent project of the students choice from. Centre number centre name candidate number candidates full name. Designed to develop learners critical, reflective, problemsolving and independent learning skills, the extended project supports students with the transition to higher education or the world. Sixth form epq extended project qualification cife. While the reflection is about the effects the project would reflect to the readers. Inside the log book there is guidance on what to include, but i found it very vague, so basically at each stage youll write about 1 what has gone well and what has gone badly, 2 any changes you have made to the project e.
How much of your epq marks go to the production log may i ask. Candidate record form, production log and assessment record 2022 225. Ideally an area of which you have some background knowledge but have not studied in depth. It tells you what is involved in working for an epq, the plus and minus points of undertaking an epq, and it explains how epq can help you get into a top university. Opened an area of medicine i may want to specialise in. The written report or record is likely to contain the following. If you wish to speak to mr harbron about your epq, please email him to arrange an appointment. Centreassessed work candidate record form 20 level 3 extended project 9990 candidate record form, production log and assessment record centre number centre name 10554 mulberry school for girls candidates full name candidate number fatima khatun 8633 notice to candidate the work you submit for assessment must be your own. There are other bits, such as a log, reflection and several appendices, but this is the mai slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. The extended project qualification, or epq, is an increasingly popular project based assignment that students finishing year 12 and preparing to move into year undertake. Aug 22, 2016 201516 candidate record form, production log and assessment record level 3 extended project 7993 version 2. Aug 20, 2019 for busy sixthformers to find the time or the motivation requires some dedication. What areas are you interested in doing your extended project on. This page records initial meetings with your supervisor to agree your project proposal.
Below you can read my full summary and reflection from my log book, the final section which analyses your epq process from start to finish. The project can be any like a book, or any magazine you wrote or even the school or college project. It is important to write insights and reflection to give public a fair idea about the project. The log is part of the 14 page aqa document that you hand in titled. The epq presentation is not about academic excellence, but rather communication.
This article outlines 5 important tips i think all epqhpq students should know, whether they are writing an essay or creating an artefact. This report is mine i put alot of hard work and effort into it. How to write a reflective journal with tips and examples. Write a genderneutral story for preschool children. Epq appointments are held during registration time in v7 and students will not be seen without an appointment. Our extended project qualification epq specification has been updated for teaching from september 2020, with first assessment in may 2021.
It involves three main parts an essay or final product, a production log, and a live presentation which we will discuss in more detail as our new article. You will need to do a lot more than produce an essay for this qualification. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The exact length will depend on the nature of product, topic chosen and other evidence provided. The extended project is a level 3 qualification first assessed in. Conclusion writing my extended project has been an overall enjoyable experience, during which i have learned skills i will continue to use for much of my life. I will email you back asap with recommendations hopefully by friday 10th july. Oct 19, 2016 reflections on epq firstly, i am delighted that i chose to do the epq project on law.
Simplicity is the benefit that the readers would get after reading the project work. A project which consists solely of written work should be approximately 5000 words. That said, the epq is a good introduction to doing a properly planned and structured research project, so i encouraged my son to take the trouble. City of london freemens school epq information 201920. The epq requires a lot of work over and above your subjectbased studies. This production log book will be written using project q software for which you will be given a log in code.
The production log and registration details for projectq the production log is a document that you use to record your journey through the project process. You must check your school email after you have sent me your proposals. Please help im trying to do my log book and dont how to start my reflection for instance the first few words to start the flow. Here youll find everything you need to study for or teach our edexcel level 3 extended project qualifications, including key documents and support. Log meet with the supervisor at specified meetings to discuss the project. A survival guide to the extended project liverpool college. This award is for the development and realisation of a project not an award for the production of a log with a project attached. Yes if yes, give brief details please note that failure to complete or submit a compulsory element may result in a mark of zero being awarded. Projects where the majority of the evidence is provided in. Jul 12, 2019 what should i include when i submit my epq project. It should indicate a higher order or critical thinking. My initial aim when i started was simply to cover a topic albeit one i had interest in after my work experience which was directly related to the course i want to study at university thereby providing a link between my a level studies and degree course. If you are doing an essay that means you should have written approximately 25oo words, if youre doing an event or artefact you should be at least 50% of the way through, including your report.
This article is all about the extended project qualification or epq which you can take alongside a levels during the sixth form. Today we discuss how you can get the highest number of marks possible in the summary and reflection stage of your aqa extended project s production log. Reflections on epq firstly, i am delighted that i chose to do the epq project on law. Aqa projects project qualifications level 3 extended. The production log is a 15page document in which you record your journey through the epqs. Each page contains different content, some of which is to be filled out by you, some by your project supervisor, and some parts by the epq coordinator of your school. It can be something good or bad that has happened to you that you can selfreflect on and learn from past experiences. It provides the backbone of your project and is completed online using projectq. Log out change you are commenting using your twitter account. Extended project evaluation ao4 evaluating the project. These epq exemplar folders all received a or a grade and are a useful indication of the level of detail required. These forms will help you administer the level 3 extended project qualification.
Extended project qualification year 12 enhancement. The sample material is genuine student work that has been edited solely to remove readily. Extended project working title extended project final title form of project. The production log demonstrates how you have managed your project from the beginning to the end. Extended project qualification teacher resource bank teacher.
He did so, and his project was eventually marked 100% a in 2019. May 12, 2010 i also used a project progression record, similar to the reflective journal this denotes all what i have completed and where the evidence is located, it helped me realise that i had dome and what needed to be done next which i would then refer to my gannt chart to induce any changes. In most epq presentations in most sixth forms, there will just be you, your mates, and the tutors that helped with your project or any you invited. Expressing mental health through art part1, part2 2016how far is the commercial value of art determined by quality in the contemporary world. Undertaking an epq has strengthened my ability to prioritise tasks and stick to selfimposed deadlines. Alevel history politics business and epq epq paleontology question ideas epq word limit. There are various opportunities for students to demonstrate the required levels of reflection during the course, notably when making their logbook.
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