Critical evaluation of HR information
Value:25%
Due Date:05-Aug-2018
Return Date:24-Aug-2018
Length:Length: 1,200 words +/- 10%
Submission method options:Alternative submission method
Task
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This assessment task has four parts.
A. Evidence-based HRM, a specific application of the broader term, evidence-based management, is a cornerstone in this subject. Usingat least two information sources from academic journals, explain what is meant by this term. Why is this important in HR practice? (200 words)
B. Find anytwo internet written sourcesthat you believe would be useful to Israel Tobin in persuading Mark French of the strategic value of the HR function in CERA. (The sources do not need to be used by Israel in full – they are to inform his presentation.) Briefly, explain how each source might be used to support Israel’s pitch to Mark French and the CERA executive team. (300 words)
C. Using the CRAP test,evaluatethe two sources that you used in point B above. (500 words)
D. Drawconclusionsregarding the nature of the information that should be used to inform practice. (200 words)
Online submission via Turnitin is required for this assignment. Details will be provided by your subject lecturer.
Rationale
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This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:
- be able to provide realistic, theoretically-sound and well-informed technical HR solutions to meet the business requirements of organisations.
- be able to propose and critically evaluate plausible alternative HR solutions to business problems.
Marking criteria and standards
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Marking guide for Assessment 1
Criterion and weighting
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High distinction
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Distinction
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Credit
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Pass
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Fail
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Evidence-based HRM and critical analysis of sources (20)
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Describes evidence-based HRM correctly.
Demonstrates ability to critique the nature of sources using relevant criteria that unpacks the nature of information and its creation.
Draws out implications fully and correctly.
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Describes evidence-based HRM correctly.
Demonstrates ability to critique the nature of sources using relevant criteria.
Draws out implications fully and correctly, but minor gaps.
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Describes evidence-based HRM correctly.
Demonstrates ability to critique the nature of sources using criteria.
There may be some gaps in the application of the criteria.
Draws out implications correctly, but there are some gaps.
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A satisfactory attempt is made to describe evidence-based HRM.
Demonstrates ability to critique the nature of sources using criteria. The discussion may be overly descriptive, lacking critical thought.
Does not draw out implications well.
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Fails to analyse the nature of the sources.
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Referencing, expression and presentation (5)
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Correct expression, appropriate academic presentation and correct APA referencing.
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Minor errors in expression and/or academic presentation and/or APA referencing.
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The discussion is well presented, but needs to be improved in academic writing style and/or APA referencing
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The discussion addresses the minimum requirements of the task, but one or more of presentation, expression or referencing needs considerable improvement.
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Very poor referencing, presentation, expression.
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Presentation
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To present your answer, simply list each part using a short heading, and write your answer in sentences and paragraphs. Use 12 point font, 1.5 line spacing.
Do not number the sections or use dot points in the body of the paper. Include a cover page showing the total word count. The word count includes everything other than the cover page and the reference list. It includes in-text citations and text included in images.
Do not use footnotes or appendices.
Reference all sources used with in-text citations and a reference list. Please get across the APA6 referencing system. A guide to this system is available from your Student homepage.
Upload a Word document to Turnitin. Do not upload pdf or rtf or Pages files. It is recommended that your name, student ID and page number are included in the header or footer of every page of the assignment.
Marks will be reduced for failure to follow presentation requirements.
Requirements
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This assignment must be submitted through Turnitin.
- It is recommended thatyour name,student IDandpage numberare included in theheader or footerof every page of the assignment.
- Further details about submission in Turnitin are provided in On-line submission.