OCR Level 1/2 GCSE (9 1) In Chemistry B

OCR Level 1/2 GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B(Twenty First Century Science) (J258)SpecificationVersion 1: First assessment 2018DraftThis draft qualification has not yet been accredited by Ofqual. It is published to enable teachers tohave early sight of our proposed approach to GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B. Further changes may berequired and no assurance can be given at this time that the proposed qualification will be madeavailable in its current form, or that it will be accredited in time for first teaching in 2016 and firstaward in 2018. OCR 2015D10006/08GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)QN Awaiting Accreditation

Contents31a.1b.1c.1d.3456The specification overview2a.2b.2c.2d.32781074Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science) 75Forms of assessmentAssessment objectives (AO)TiersAssessment availabilityRetaking the qualificationAssessment of extended responseSynoptic assessmentCalculating qualification results7576777777777778Admin: what you need to Special considerationExternal assessment arrangementsResults and certificatesPost-results .5h.5i.828282838485868788Grade descriptorsOverlap with other qualificationsAccessibilityUnits in scienceMathematical skillsMathematical skills requirementThe Periodic Table of elementsHealth and safetyPractical activities/skillsD57OCR’s GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science) (J258)Content of GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science) (J258)Content of chapters C1 to C7Prior knowledge, learning and progressionAssessment of GCSE (9–1) in3a.3b.3c.3d.3e.3f.3g.3h.4Why choose an OCR qualification?Why choose an OCR GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)?What are the key features of this specification?How do I find out more information?ft2Why choose an OCR GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First CenturyScience)?ra1 OCR 2015GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)

1 Why choose an OCR GCSE (9–1) inChemistry B (Twenty First CenturyScience)?1a. Why choose an OCR qualification?We provide a range of support servicesdesigned to help you at every stage, frompreparation through to the delivery of ourspecifications. This includes: A wide range of high-quality creativeresources including:oDelivery GuidesoTransition GuidesoTopic Exploration PacksoLesson Elementso and much more.ftChoose OCR and you’ve got the reassurancethat you’re working with one of the UK’sleading exam boards. Our new OCR GCSE(9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First CenturyScience) course has been developed inconsultation with teachers, employers andHigher Education to provide learners with aqualification that’s relevant to them andmeets their needs. Access to subject specialists to supportyou through the transition andthroughout the lifetime of thespecification. CPD/Training for teachers includingface-to-face events to introduce thequalifications and prepare you for firstteaching. Active Results – our free resultsanalysis service to help you review theperformance of individual learners orwhole schools. ExamCreator – our new online pastpapers service that enables you to buildyour own test papers from past OCRexam questions.raWe’re part of the Cambridge AssessmentGroup, Europe’s largest assessment agencyand a department of the University ofCambridge. Cambridge Assessment plays aleading role in developing and deliveringassessments throughout the world, operatingin over 150 countries.DWe work with a range of education providers,including schools, colleges, workplaces andother institutions in both the public andprivate sectors. Over 13,000 centres chooseour A Levels, GCSEs and vocationalqualifications including Cambridge Nationals,Cambridge Technicals and CambridgeProgression.Our SpecificationsWe believe in developing specifications thathelp you bring the subject to life and inspireyour learners to achieve more.We’ve created teacher-friendly specificationsbased on extensive research andengagement with the teaching community.They’re designed to be straightforward andaccessible so that you can tailor the deliveryof the course to suit your needs. We aim toencourage learners to become responsiblefor their own learning, confident in discussingideas, innovative and engaged. OCR 2015GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)All GCSE (9–1) qualifications offered by OCRare accredited by Ofqual, the Regulator forqualifications offered in England. Theaccreditation number for OCR’s GCSE (9–1)in Chemistry B (Twenty First CenturyScience) is QNXXXXXX3

1b. Why choose an OCR GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty FirstCentury Science)?We appreciate that one size doesn’t fit all sowe offer two suites of qualifications in eachscience:Chemistry A – Provides a flexible approachto teaching. The specification is divided intotopics, each covering different key conceptsof chemistry. Teaching of practical skills isintegrated with the theoretical topics and theyare assessed through the written papers.ftChemistry B – Learners study chemistryusing a narrative-based approach. Ideas areintroduced within relevant and interestingsettings which help learners to anchor theirconceptual knowledge of the range ofchemical topics required at GCSE level.Practical skills are embedded within thespecification and learners are expected tocarry out practical work in preparation for awritten examination that will specifically testthese skills.University of York Science Education Group(UYSEG) in conjunction with subject andteaching experts. Together we have aimed toproduce a specification with up to daterelevant content accompanied by a narrativeto give context and an idea of the breath ofteaching required. Our new GCSE (9–1) inChemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)qualification builds on our existing popularcourse. We have based the development ofour GCSE sciences on an understanding ofwhat works well in centres large and small.We have undertaken a significant amount ofconsultation through our science forums(which include representatives from learnedsocieties, HE, teaching and industry) andthrough focus groups with teachers.raThe content is clear and logically laid out forboth existing centres and those new to OCR,with assessment models that arestraightforward to administer. We haveworked closely with teachers to provide highquality support materials to guide you throughthe new qualifications.Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)specifications have been developed with theAims and learning outcomesThe Twenty First Century Science suite will:develop scientific knowledge andconceptual understanding through thespecific disciplines of biology, chemistryand physics develop understanding of the nature,processes and methods of science,through different types of scientificenquiries that help them to answerscientific questions about the worldaround themD 4 develop and learn to applyobservational, practical, modelling,enquiry and problem-solving skills, bothin the laboratory, in the field and inother learning environments develop their ability to evaluate claimsbased on science through criticalanalysis of the methodology, evidenceand conclusions, both qualitatively andquantitatively. OCR 2015GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)

1c. What are the key features of this specification?Building on research, and on the principles ofBeyond 2000, the Twenty First CenturyScience suite was originally developed by theUniversity of York Science Education Group(UYSEG), the Nuffield Foundation and OCR.The 2016 suite continues to recognise thediversity of interests and future intentions ofthe learner population who take a sciencequalification at GCSE level. Thespecifications will prepare learners forprogression to further study of science, whilstat the same time offering an engaging andsatisfying course for those who choose not tostudy academic science further.science that are of value and interest toall develop learners’ abilities to evaluateknowledge claims critically, by lookingat the nature, quality and extent of theevidence, and at the arguments thatlink evidence to conclusions develop learners’ understanding of theconcepts and models that scientists useto explain natural phenomena develop learners’ ability to plan andcarry out practical investigations andtheir understanding of the role ofexperimental work in developingscientific explanations. ftThe Twenty First Century Science suite will:take opportunities to link science toissues relevant to all learners ascitizens, and to the cultural aspects ofraTeacher supportThe extensive support offered alongside thisspecification includes:Delivery guides – providinginformation on assessed content, theassociated conceptual developmentand contextual approaches to delivery Transition guides – identifying thelevels of demand and progression fordifferent key stages for a particulartopic and going on to provide links tohigh quality resources and ‘checkpointtasks’ to assist teachers in identifyinglearners ‘ready for progression’D Lesson elements – written by experts,providing all the materials necessary todeliver creative classroom activities Active Results (see Section 1a) ExamCreator (see Section 1a). OCR 2015GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science) Mock examinations service – a freeservice offering a mock question paperand mark scheme (downloadable froma secure location).Along with: Subject Specialists within the OCRscience team to help with coursequeries Teacher training Science Spotlight (our termlynewsletter) OCR Science community Practical Skills Handbook Maths Skills Handbook.5

1d. How do I find out more information?Whether new to our specifications, orcontinuing on from our legacy offerings, youcan find more information on our webpagesat www.ocr.org.ukWant to find out more?Visit our subject pages to find out more aboutthe assessment package and resourcesavailable to support your teaching. Thescience team also release a termly newsletterScience Spotlight (despatched to centres andavailable from our subject pages).ScienceGCSE@ocr.org.uk, 01223 553998You can contact the Science SubjectSpecialists:Join our Science community:http://social.ocr.org.uk/Check what CPD events are available:www.cpdhub.ocr.org.ukDraftFollow us on Twitter: @ocr science6 OCR 2015GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)

2 The specification overview2a. OCR’s GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First CenturyScience) (J258)Learners are entered for either Foundation tier (components 01 and 02) or Higher tier(components 03 and 04) to be awarded the OCR GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty FirstCentury Science).Content OverviewAssessment OverviewFoundation tier, grades 5 to 1Breadth in chemistryContent is split into seven teaching chapters:50%of totalGCSEft Chapter C1: Air and waterChapter C2: Chemical patternsChapter C3: Chemicals of the naturalsenvironmentChapter C4: Material choicesChapter C5: Chemical analysisChapter C6: Making useful chemicalsChapter C7: Ideas about Science90 marks1 hour 45 minutesWritten paperDepth in chemistryra J258/01Both papers assess content from all sevenchapters.J258/0290 marks1 hour 45 minutesWritten paper50%of totalGCSEDHigher tier, grades 9 to 4Content is split into seven teaching chapters: Chapter C1: Air and waterChapter C2: Chemical patternsChapter C3: Chemicals of the naturalsenvironmentChapter C4: Material choicesChapter C5: Chemical analysisChapter C6: Making useful chemicalsChapter C7: Ideas about ScienceBoth papers assess content from all sevenchapters. OCR 2015GCSE (9–1) in Chemistry B (Twenty First Century Science)Breadth in chemistryJ258/0390 marks1 hour 45 minutesWritten paper50%of totalGCSEDepth in chemistryJ258/0490 marks1 hour 45 minutesWritten paper50%of totalGCSE7