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Microsoft Word - MGT502_Assessment_1A_Brief_FINAL[1].docx MGT502_Assessment_1A_Brief_Annotated Bibliography_Module 3.1 Page 1 of 5 Context The assessment supports students in developing their skills and knowledge in sourcing books, periodicals and other documents, as well as evaluating the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the materials. Creating an annotated bibliography calls for the application of succinct analytical and reflective skills, as well as informed online and library research. This assessment provides experience and understanding of information literacy and the analysis and synthesis of a range of resources involved in academic research and writing. ASSESSMENT 1A BRIEF Subject Code and Title MGT502 Business Communication Assessment Part A: Annotated Bibliography Individual/Group Individual Length 1500 words Learning Outcomes This assessment addresses the following Subject Learning Outcomes: a) Apply research, academic and communication skills appropriate to the level of study and observe academic referencing requirements b) Critically analyse texts and/or multimedia material in both a business and academic context Submission 12 Week Delivery: Due by 11:55pm AEDT Friday of Module 3.1 (week 5) Intensive class: Due by 11:55pm AEDT Sunday of Module 3.1 (week 3) Weighting 30 % Total Marks 30 marks MGT502_Assessment_1A_Brief_Annotated Bibliography_Module 3.1 Page 2 of 5 Instructions In this assessment, you will address a contemporary organisational or business issue and apply research skills to identify, select and analyse 10 sources to form an annotated bibliography. The issue and resources used in Assessment 1A will also form the basis for Assessment 1B – Forming an Argument. When choosing a topic, consider the following: • Locate material (books, periodicals, white papers and other documents) that may contain useful information and ideas on your issue. • Briefly examine and review the items and select 10 that represent a variety of perspectives on the issue. • Write an annotation of 150 words for each reference summarising the central theme and scope. The annotation should include one or more sentences that, o evaluate the authority or background of the author o comment on the intended audience o compare or contrast this work with another you have cited o explain how this work illuminates your bibliography topic • Reference the book, article, or document using APA 6th style in the reference list. Be sure to review a variety of resources before selecting the 10 most suitable ones. Please include a title page, use the APA 6th referencing style, and list the materials in alphabetical order. Students are responsible for: • Staying within the word limit • Keeping drafts and backups of their assignment • Submitting the assignment via Blackboard by the due date • Ensuring their assignment is written and submitted while observing and committing to the Academic Integrity policy Please note that if you require an extension for this assignment, you must apply using the university application form and provide verifiable evidence of extenuating circumstances before the due date and include your most recent draft. Please also treat the prescribed word limit as a limit not to be breached. Referencing: It is essential that you use the appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research. Please see more information on referencing here http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing MGT502_Assessment_1A_Brief_Annotated Bibliography_Module 3.1 Page 3 of 5 Submission Instructions: Submit your assignment in Assessment 1A – Annotated Bibliography submission link in the main navigation menu in MGT502 Business Communication by 11:55 pm AEST. A rubric will be attached to the assessment. The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades. Marking Rubric: Your assessment will be marked against the rubric which is shown on the next pages. Please ensure that your submission addresses all three of the Assessment Attributes in the rubric. MGT502_Assessment_1A_Brief_Annotated Bibliography_Module 3.1 Page 4 of 5 Assessment Rubric Assessment Attributes Fail (Unacceptable) 0-49% Pass (Functional) 50-64% Credit (Proficient) 65-74% Distinction (Advanced) 75 -84% High Distinction (Exceptional) 85-100% Evaluation of sources and information selected for annotated bibliography Percentage for this criterion 40 % Limited understanding of key concepts required to form annotated bibliography. Confuses logic and emotion. Information taken from reliable sources but without a coherent analysis or synthesis. Viewpoints of experts are taken as fact with little questioning. Resembles a recall or summary of key ideas. Often conflates/confuses assertion of personal opinion with information substantiated by evidence from the research/course materials. Analysis and evaluation do not reflect expert judgement, intellectual independence, rigor and adaptability. Analyses and summarises information from the research/course materials. Demonstrates a capacity to explain and apply relevant concepts. Identify logical flaws. Questions viewpoints of experts. Discriminates between assertion of personal opinion and information substantiated by robust evidence from the research/course materials and extended reading. Well demonstrated capacity to explain and apply relevant concepts. Viewpoint of experts are subject to questioning. Analysis and evaluation reflect growing judgement, intellectual independence, rigor and adaptability. Systematically and critically discriminates between assertion of personal opinion and information substantiated by robust evidence from the research/course materials and extended reading. Information is taken from sources with a high level of interpretation/evaluation to develop a comprehensive critical analysis or synthesis. Identifies gaps in knowledge. Exhibits intellectual independence, rigor, good judgement and adaptability. Effective Communication Percentage for this Difficult to understand for audience, no logical/clear structure, poor flow of ideas, argument lacks supporting evidence. Audience cannot follow Information, arguments and evidence are presented in a way that is not always clear and logical. Line of reasoning is often difficult to follow. Information, arguments and evidence are well presented, mostly clear flow of ideas and arguments. Line of reasoning is easy to follow. Information, arguments and evidence are very well presented; the presentation is logical, clear and well supported by evidence. Demonstrates an Expertly presented; the presentation is logical, persuasive, and well supported by evidence, demonstrating a clear flow of ideas and arguments. MGT502_Assessment_1A_Brief_Annotated Bibliography_Module 3.1 Page 5 of 5 criterion 30 % the line of reasoning. understanding of the topic. Engages and sustains audience’s interest in the topic. Correct citation of key resources and evidence Percentage for this criterion 30 % Demonstrates inconsistent use of good quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop ideas Demonstrates use of credible and relevant resources to support and develop ideas, but these are not always explicit or well developed. Demonstrates use of credible resources to support and develop ideas. Demonstrates use of good quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop arguments and statements. Show evidence of wide scope within the organisation for sourcing evidence. Demonstrates use of high- quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop arguments and position statements. Show evidence of wide scope within and without the organisation for sourcing evidence. Microsoft Word - MGT502_Assessment_1B_FINAL[1].docx MGT502_Assessment_1B_Brief_Forming an Argument_Module 4.1 Page 1 of 5 Context This assessment has been prescribed to appraise students’ ability to think critically and form an argument supported by evidence. The assessment allows students to demonstrate their ability to understand the material they’re using and to apply it in ways that go beyond what has been read. This assessment has been designed to: • Appraise students’ ability to critically evaluate academic and other research to form an argument on an organisational topic that is supported by evidence. • Enhance students’ writing skills so they are able to form persuasive and convincing arguments and communicate them effectively. • The resources used in Assessment 1A Annotated Bibliography are expected to be utilised in this assessment to support the argument. ASSESSMENT 1B BRIEF Subject Code and Title MGT502 Business Communication Assessment Part B: Forming an Argument Individual/Group Individual Length Up to a page Learning Outcomes This assessment addresses the following Subject Learning Outcomes: a) Apply research, academic and communication skills appropriate to the level of study and observe academic referencing requirements b) Critically analyse texts and/or multimedia material in both a business and academic context c) Identify and apply effective communication methods within a business and academic environment Submission 12 Week Delivery: Due by 11:55 pm AEDT Friday of Module 4.1 (week 7) Intensive class: Due by 11:55 pm AEDT Sunday of Module 4.1 (week 4) Weighting 20 % Total Marks 20 marks MGT502_Assessment_1B_Brief_Forming an Argument_Module 4.1 Page 2 of 5 Instructions In this assessment, you will form an argument to express a point of view and support it with evidence. The issue and supporting evidence for your argument should be based on the materials used in Assessment 1A – Annotated Bibliography. When choosing a claim for the argument, consider the following: • Use the annotated bibliography material from Assessment 1A for sourcing evidence and ideas for your argument. • Review the resources critically and select at least 5 to be used as references in this assessment. • Write an argument (up to a page) considering the following: o a good argument is convincing whereby the premises are acceptable, the supporting evidence is relevant to the claim and provides sufficient grounds for acceptance of the claim o make a clear point and justify it o write in an essay form with a logical structure 1. A short introduction with a claim. 2. Main body with a logical structure including supporting evidence from academic sources. 3. A concise conclusion which restates your