BIOLOGY PLUS PROVIDES COMPLETE SUPPORT FOR THE ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT COMPONENT (40%)
Edco is developing a comprehensive support package for teachers designed to demystify the project, align clearly with the official marking scheme, reduce teacher workload and maximise student performance.
The revised Leaving Certificate Biology specification introduces a 40% Additional Assessment Component (AAC). This represents a significant shift in assessment — and a major opportunity structured preparation. The coursework must be carried out and submitted the class teacher by 26th February 2027
The Biology Plus AAC Support Package includes:
Content Fully Aligned to the Official Mark Allocation
Our supports are structured around the four assessed sections of the report, ensuring students understand:
• What examiners are looking for
• Where the marks are awarded
• How to achieve them
Section A – Title and Introduction, Background Research, References
• Writing a strong Title, Research Question and Hypothesis
• Conducting and evaluating Background Research (Secondary Data)
• Using appropriate scientific language
• Structuring headings and subheadings correctly
• Completing in-text citations and referencing (textbooks, websites and other sources)
We show students not just what to include — but how to do it well.
Biology Plus AAC Project Support Package
✓ Ready-to-use structured materials
✓ Clear alignment to marking scheme
✓ Explicit instruction reduces uncertainty
✓ Supports independent student work
✓ Saves teacher preparation time
BIOLOGY PLUS PROVIDES COMPLETE SUPPORT FOR THE ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT COMPONENT (40%)
Section B – Designing and Planning, Conducting the Experiment
• Designing a fair and accurate investigation
• Presenting a list of suitable equipment
• Identifying independent, dependent and control variables
• Improving reliability and validity
• Applying appropriate safety procedures
• Writing a clear and detailed experimental method
Students are guided through the exact components required to meet marking criteria.
Section C – Data, Analysis & Conclusion
• Presenting data correctly (e.g. % change, tables, graphs)
• Showing suitable calculations using the quantitative data
• Analysing and interpreting results effectively
• Linking findings back to the hypothesis
• Writing a well-structured scientific conclusion
Clear frameworks build confidence and improve clarity.
Section D – Scientific Literacy
These marks are awarded throughout the report.
• Scientific structure and clarity
• Logical flow and coherence
• Maximising marks across the entire submission.
Biology Plus AAC Project Support Package Designed for Teachers. Built for Students.
✓ Ready-to-use structured materials
✓ Clear alignment to marking scheme
✓ Explicit instruction reduces uncertainty
✓ Supports independent student work
✓ Saves teacher preparation time
