Friends,
below is a summary discussion reagarding Paper 2 preparation fron the OCC:
What is meant by ‘implicit’ and ‘explicit’ in the context of Criterion C?
Implicit response
The response is just a general one and it could be based on any article. In other words there may be a general discussion of biometrics or the use of biometrics in a situation other than in this supermarke
There is a reference to the article without any description or explanation.
Explicit response
The response is clearly linked to the article, it may not mention the scenario by name, but it is clear that this is the subject of discussion. Line numbers and/or direct quotes are not necessary.
The importance of planning the response
It became obvious to the senior examining team that many responses suffered from lack of planning.
Here are some suggestions:
– Use 15 minutes to read the question and write a plan
– Clearly identify all major stakeholders – those directly affected
– Decide which ITGS issue (Guide pg 12) is a concern in this article
– Plan the response (stakeholders, positive and negative impacts)
– From your plan list the possible issues and select the issues that you can confidently discuss
Trigger Words
Sometimes students find it helpful to use trigger words when they are analysing/evaluating impacts. Markers find these words often flag some higher order thinking.
Here are a few examples:
Explanation – because, as a result of, due to, therefore, consequently
Analysis – furthermore, additionally, however, but, conversely, likewise, in addition, on the other hand
Evaluation – my opinion, overall, although, on balance, weighing up
Westdale ITGS 
