Expectations
& Support

Classroom Expectations

READY

Be punctual and prepared (see below).
Adhere to Ellon Academy's dress code and Mobile Phone Policy.

RESPECTFUL

Be polite, considerate of others and mindful of using appropriate language and behaviour for the school environment.

SAFE

Follow guidelines and instructions for the safe and lawful use of equipment (including mobile devices and the internet).

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Punctual

Arrive to class on time. Complete assignments on time, meeting deadlines.

Prepared

Ensure log entries, planning and evaluations are maintained, with written sections being finished as homework when class time is mainly used for practical work.

Participating

Maximise attendance at timetabled classes, engaging fully with the teaching, learning and assessment, including making good use of the tailored resources and specialist advice provided.

Persevering

Apply a growth mindset approach, using problem solving skills to overcome difficulties.

Progressing

In line with school tracking, monitoring and assessment procedures, produce regular written (or verbal) and aural/video evidence that demonstrates the development of skills, knowledge and understanding.

Revision of Classroom Learning

All learners are expected to regularly use the materials, assignments and records of work in Google Classroom to support their classroom learning.

If a learner misses a timetabled class, or falls behind with classwork, it is their responsibility to check the record of work and do what they can to catch up in their own time, using the Google Classroom private messaging facility to contact their teacher for additional support or clarification if required.

Learners are encouraged to arrange with staff to book their assigned MacBook during study periods or lunchtimes, to enable them to work on their GarageBand projects outwith class time, as, for most, this work is not possible to do at home.

It is beneficial to consolidate learning by attending cultural events to see how aspects of coursework are applied in real life, for example:

analysing the stage setup of microphones
working out the types of microphones used, and their polar patterns
viewing the mixing desks at events at the Music Hall or HMT in Aberdeen

Homework

Assessment evidence is generated from different sources. As well as formal homework assignments that are set on Google Classroom, learners are expected to routinely develop and consolidate their knowledge, understanding and recognition of music and music technology concepts, especially if they have entered their course without having achieved a full course award at previous SQA levels. The material under the Revision Resources tab can be used for this.

Hyperlinked N3-N5 Technology Concepts

Exam Preparation

Along with the folio of work that is sent to the SQA for marking, candidates are required to pass a formally assessed question paper that tests breadth of knowledge from across the course, depth of understanding, and listening skills, with questions involving a sample of technological terms, styles and genres, and music concepts.

The following resources will help familiarise learners with the layout, content and question types that will appear in the SQA question papers:

Parent/Carer Support

Parents and carers can use Google Guardian summaries to oversee, encourage and discuss progress and achievement. If you are a parent or carer who has not yet signed up for this, or whose invite has expired, please contact techsupportellonacademy@aberdeenshire.gov.uk