2. New Advanced Higher Subject Implementation Events
Graphic Communication:
Advanced Higher Course Assessment

3. Course Assessment at Advanced Higher
Course Assessment at AH assesses Added Value
Course at AH is graded A – D, as at present
Controlled Assessment of setting, conducting and marking
For AH Graphic Communication there are 2 Components:
a Project (60%)
a Question paper (40%)
No dual running at Advanced Higher in session
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4. AH Graphic Communication – Question Paper
80 marks (40% of award)
2 hours
sampling across all course content
application of knowledge and understanding
drawing from technical graphics and commercial and visual media graphic contexts equally

5. AH Graphic Communication – Question Paper
Two sections
section 1: 50 marks – limited response type questions covering both Units
section 2: 30 marks – 2 longer structured questions – one each of technical graphics and CVMG contexts

6. Workshop 2: question paper
Using the materials provided, in small groups of 2-3, discuss:
Identify subject-specific topics for discussion
Using the materials provided, in small groups, discuss:
how questions relate to, and integrate aspects of the mandatory content for the Course (CAS)
how question approaches progress from Higher
the depth of answers required as indicated in MIs
existing materials which can still be used to support learning and teaching – any new materials required

7. AH Graphic Communication - Project
What it does:
Assesses the practical application of skills and knowledge from across the Course
120 marks (60% of award)
Documents needed:
GAI (general assessment information)
Project Assessment Task, with candidate guide
The project will be:
Carried out under supervised conditions
Internally marked (subject to verification)

8. AH Graphic Communication - Project
Area of project
Marks available
Analysis of the graphic brief and initial research 10
Producing a graphic specification
Project planning
Graphic planning and production 60
Carrying out and using research
Using preliminary graphic techniques to communicate ideas
Producing a range of graphic ideas or concepts 20
Producing a graphic solution
Planning a client presentation
Producing a client presentation
Evaluation

9. Carrying out and using research
Proposal and outline
Carrying out and using research
Preliminary graphic techniques
Graphic ideas or concepts
Produce graphic solution(s)
Graphic planning and production
Discussion, feedback and
approval
Analysis and initial research
Evaluation
Graphic specification
Project
planning
Produce
client
presentation
Plan client presentation

10. AH Graphic Communication - Project
GAI (general assessment information)
overview
suggested graphic contexts
assessment conditions
giving support and guidance
evidence to be gathered
marking instructions

11. AH Graphic Communication - Project
Project Assessment Task
overview
marking instructions (same as GAI)
assessment record
Appendix 1: instructions and guidance for candidates

12. AH Graphic Communication - Project
Project Assessment Task: Appendix 1
guidance on recording progress
stage-by-stage advice and guidance
assessment requirements for each aspect
additional guidance on research ethics
list of possible project contexts

13. AH Graphic Communication - Project
Initial stages pp.30-42
overview of project
guidance on recording progress
guidance on choosing a suitable problem
project proposal and outline plan
analysis of a graphic brief and initial research
producing a graphic specification
project planning

14. AH Graphic Communication
Choosing a suitable project

15. AH Graphic Communication Project - getting started
Producing a project proposal and an outline of how time might be allocated
Getting assessor approval
This establishes that the candidate’s proposal for their project is appropriate and feasible

16. AH Graphic Communication Project
Workshop activities – reference documents

17. Workshop 3a: project initial stages
Using the materials provided, in small groups, discuss:
the list of possible contexts – can you provide any others?
what the candidate must record as they progress
how much advice and guidance is acceptable (GAI p5)
the requirements of evidence for:
analysis and initial research
the graphic specification
project planning
Using the materials provided, in small groups of 2-3, discuss:
Identify subject-specific topics for discussion

18. AH Graphic Communication – Project
Graphic planning and production (PAT)pp.43-48
1. carrying out and using ongoing research
2. using preliminary graphic techniques to communicate ideas
3. producing a range of ideas or concepts
4. producing a graphic solution

19. Workshop 3b: graphic planning and production
Using the materials provided, in small groups of 2-3, discuss:
Identify subject-specific topics for discussion
Using the materials provided, in small groups, discuss:
what evidence is required for each element – what would this look like?
what the candidate must record as they progress
how much advice and guidance is acceptable (GAI p5)
evidence required – technical and/or CVMG options
the marks awarded for these different elements

20. AH Graphic Communication – Project
Planning and producing a client presentation (PAT pp.49-51)
planning a presentation
producing a client presentation

21. Workshop 3c: client presentation
Using the materials provided, in small groups, discuss:
the purpose of the presentation
the level of presentation planning detail required
the formats of evidence for planning
the requirements for the final client presentation
how much advice and guidance is acceptable (GAI p5)
Using the materials provided, in small groups of 2-3, discuss:
Identify subject-specific topics for discussion

22. AH Graphic Communication – Project
Evaluation of solution and process (PATpp.51-52)
Describing and explaining the production processes of the solution
Impacts of decision making

23. Workshop 3d: evaluation
Using the materials provided, in small groups, discuss:
the purpose of the evaluation
the key aspects of the evaluation
the use of a ‘record of progress’ or reflective commentaries in support of the evaluation
how much advice and guidance is acceptable (GAI p5)
Using the materials provided, in small groups of 2-3, discuss:
Identify subject-specific topics for discussion