17 May 2023

Enterprise, Innovation and Creativity in Practice : MODULE GUIDE



 

BMP 5105  

Enterprise, Innovation and Creativity in Practice

 

MODULE GUIDE

2022/2023

Semester 2

 

Level HE5

Note – the table of contents below can be updated by right clicking the mouse. Ensure that all headings are given “Heading 1” status under Styles on the Home tab to ensure these appear in the contents.

Contents

1. Module Overview2

2. Learning and Teaching Strategy2

3. Module Communications2

4. Module Description2

5. Learning Outcomes and Assessments3

6. Assessment Deadlines3

7. Assessment Feedback3

8. Module Calendar4

9. Formative Assessment4

10. Indicative Reading5

11. Guidelines for the Preparation and Submission of Written Assessments6

12. Procedures for Examinations7

13. Academic Misconduct8

14. Assessments9

15.  General Assessment Criteria for Written Assessments12

1. Module Overview  (see module spec to update)

 

Module Tutor

Rasa Zigelyte

Tel. no. 

0203 764 4292

Email

Rasa.Zigelyte@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk

Office Location

CF07 Wood Street

Drop-in Availability 

By appointment only

Weblink to Moodle Class

Enter via Barnet Moodle

Weblink to Module Specification 

https://modules.bolton.ac.uk/BMP5105

 

2. Learning and Teaching Strategy

Adapt for your module (refer to Module Specification: https://modules.bolton.ac.uk/Modules/Index

the University/Partner Calendar and programme timetable)

 

Example given below:

This module is delivered via two 1 ½ hour sessions per week over 15 weeks. To complete the module successfully you must also allocate a substantial amount of independent study time.

Most sessions comprise a formal lecture and a seminar. Weeks 2, 4 and 9 will include tutorials (group and individual) in which you have the opportunity to discuss your progress on the module with your Module Tutor.  A revision session is scheduled for week 14 and in week 15 an examination will take place.

3. Module Communications

Use standard text below – you may also have additional communication methods such as via social media.   

The Module Tutor’s contact details are provided at the top of this page.  You must check your College email address and the Moodle area dedicated to this module regularly as many module communications are channelled through these media.

 

Your Module Tutor will normally aim to respond to your email messages within 2 full working days of receipt; however responses will be longer in holiday periods.

4. Module Description

Use the information provided in the module specification: https://modules.bolton.ac.uk/Modules/Index

In order to remain competitive within a rapidly changing and competitive environment, organisations need to innovate in order to develop and sustain their operations. This module aims to develop an understanding of the relevance and implications of innovation, creativity and enterprise. Practical opportunities and constraints are also appraised in the development of a plan for new business opportunity.

 

 

 

5. Learning Outcomes and Assessments

https://modules.bolton.ac.uk/Modules/Index). 

 

Learning Outcomes

 

 

Assessment

LO1:  Appraise the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship

Assignment 1

 

LO2:   Compare and contrast the different types and forms of enterprise activity

Assignment 1

 

LO3:  Justify and develop a plan for a business opportunity

Assignment 2

 

LO4:   Analyse support and resource requirements, as well as potential risks and barriers in relation to a business opportunity

Assignment 2

 

 

6. Assessment Deadlines

 

 

Assessment item

 

 

Due Date

 

Weight

 

1

 

Essay

7th April 2023

 

50%

 

2

 

Practical Skills Assessment

19th May 2023

50%

 

7. Assessment Feedback

Feedback on items of assessment can be formal (such as on a signed feedback form) or informal (such as advice from a tutor in a tutorial). Feedback is therefore not just your grade or the comments written on your feedback form, it is advice you get from your tutor and sometimes your peers about how your work is progressing, how well you have done, what further actions you might take. 

 

We recognise the value of prompt feedback on work submitted. Other than in exceptional circumstances (such as might be caused by staff illness), you can expect your assignment and examination work to be marked and feedback provided not more than 15 working days from the deadline date. However, please note that that such feedback will be provisional and unconfirmed until the Assessment Board has met and may therefore be subject to change.

 

Please take time you read or listen to your assessment feedback. This can be very useful in determining your strengths and key areas for development, and can therefore help you improve on future grades.

8. Module Calendar

 

Session No.

Date or Week Commencing

Topics Covered

1

24/02/23

The Entrepreneurial process

2

03/03/23

Entrepreneur Contexts

3

10/03/23

The enterprising person and the entrepreneurial team

4

17/03/23

Creativity, invention and innovation & Constraints

5

24/03/23

Researching markets and opportunity evaluation

Business Planning, Intellectual Property" what if " scenarios

6

31/03/23

Segmentation/Positioning/USP

Launching the product or service /Marketing activities

ASS 1 Due 

7

07/04/23

ASS 1 Due

8

10/04/23

Easter Break 

9

14/04/23

Easter Break

10

21/04/23

Resource Acquisition including sources of finance - 

11

28/04/23

Researching ideas & Budgeting, Pricing and costingdecisions

12

05/05/23

Business Plan content & Cashflow forecasting/Breakeven.

Business Plan justification including risks and barriers.

13

12/05/23

Growth or consolidation: what happens after the launch?

Business Plan One to One’s

14

19/05/23

ASS 2 Due- Presentations- Business Plan

15

26/05/23

Referrals

16

02/06/23

Half Term Week  

17

09/06/23

Module and assignment feedback

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9. Formative Assessment

Adapt for your module.  Example given below:

Formative assessment is employed to support your learning on the module, allowing you to reflect on feedback on your progress from your tutors and peers. It takes a variety of forms including and does not contribute to the final module mark. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. Indicative Reading

seehttps://www.bolton.ac.uk/library/Study-Skills/Referencing/Home.aspx

 

Bessant, J. R., & Tidd, J. (2015). Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3rd ed.). Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons

 

Cook, P. (2015) Leading Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise. 2nd ed. London: Bloomsbury

 

Mooney, G. (2009) Enterprise Creativity and Innovation: A Framework for Generating and Realising Organisational Ideas. Saarbrucken: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing

 

Stokes, D., Wilson, N. and Mador, M. (2010) Entrepreneurship. London: Cengage Learning EMEA

 

Wickham, P (2006) Strategic Entrepreneurship. 4th ed. Harlow: Prentice-Hall.

 

Small Business and Enterprise Development (e-journal)

 

Enterprise and innovation management studies (e-journal)

 

Journal of Small Business and Enterprise (e-journal)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11. Guidelines for the Preparation and Submission of Written Assessments

1. Written assessments should be word-processed in Arial or Calibri Light font size 12. There should be double-spacing and each page should be numbered.

 

2. There should be a title page identifying the programme name, module title, assessment title, your student number, your marking tutor and the date of submission. 

 

3. You should include a word-count at the end of the assessment (excluding references, figures, tables and appendices).

        Where a word limit is specified, the following penalty systems applies:

•€Up to 10% over the specified word length = no penalty

•€10 – 20% over the specified indicative word length = 5 marks subtracted (but if the assessment would normally gain a pass mark, then the final mark to be no lower than the pass mark for the assessment). 

•€More than 20% over the indicative word length = if the assessment would normally gain a pass mark or more, then the final mark will capped at the pass mark for the assessment.

 

4. All written  work should be referenced using the standard University of Bolton referencing style– see: https://www.bolton.ac.uk/library/Study-Skills/Referencing/Home.aspx

 

5. Unless otherwise notified by your Module Tutor, electronic copies of assignments should be saved as word documents and uploaded into Turnitin via the Moodle class area. If you experience problems in uploading your work, then you must send an electronic copy of your assessment to your Module Tutor via email BEFORE the due date/time.

 

6. Please note that when you submit your work to Moodle, it will automatically be checked for matches against other electronic information. The individual percentage text matches may be used as evidence in an academic misconduct investigation (see Section 13).

 

7. Late work will be subject to the penalties:

•€Up to 7 calendar days late = 10 marks subtracted but if the assignment would normally gain a pass mark, then the final mark to be no lower than the pass mark for the assignment. 

•€More than 7 calendar days late This will be counted as non-submission and no marks will be recorded.

 

Where assessments are graded Pass/Fail only they will not be accepted beyond the deadline date for submission and will be recorded as a Fail.  Students may request an extension to the original published deadline date as described below.

 

8. In the case of exceptional and unforeseen circumstances, an extension of up to 14 days after the assessment deadline may be granted. This must be agreed by your Programme Leader, following a discussion the Module Tutor.  You should complete an Extension Request Form available from your Tutor and attach documentary evidence of your circumstances, prior to the published submission deadline.

 

Extensions over 14 calendar days should be requested using the Mitigating Circumstances procedure, with the exception ofextensions for individual projects which, at the discretion of the Programme Leader, may be longer than 14 days.

 

Requests for extensions which take a submission date past the end of the module (normally week 15) must be made using the Mitigating Circumstances procedures.

 

Some students with registered disabilities will be eligible for revised submission deadlines. Revised submission deadlines do not require the completion extension request paperwork.

 

Please note that the failure of data storage systems is not considered to be a valid reason for an extension. It is therefore important that you keep multiple copies of your work on different storage devices before submitting it.

 

13. Academic Misconduct

Academic misconduct may be defined as any attempt by a student to gain an unfair advantage in any assessment. This includes plagiarism, collusion, commissioning (contract cheating) amongst other offences. In order to avoid these types of academic misconduct, you should ensure that all your work is your own and that sources are attributed using the correct referencing techniques. You can also check originality through Turnitin.

 

Please note that penalties apply if academic misconduct is proven. See the following link for further details: 

https://www.bolton.ac.uk/about/governance/policies/student-policies/

 

14. Assessments

 

Assessment Number

1

Assessment Type (and weighting)

Theoretical Essay (50%) 2000 words

Assessment Name

Theoretical Essay

Assessment Submission Date

7th of April 2023

 

LO1:  Appraise the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship

LO2:   Compare and contrast the different types and forms of enterprise activity

 

Assessment Brief

 

Assignment Task 

 

 In this assignment you are expected to appraise the role of creativity, innovation and enterprise in organizations as well as distinguish between types and forms of enterprise activity  

The assignment must include the following topics: 

 

Creativity, Innovation and Enterprise 

Types and Forms of Enterprise Activity 

Enterprise Contexts and Entrepreneurial Process 

 

 The essay MUST appraise the role of creativity, innovation and enterprise in organisations and the importance to the UK economy and society. The essay must include examples of Organisations (Private, Social and Public) who have demonstrated Creativity, Innovation and Enterprise. The essay needs to stress the importance of Creativity, Innovation and Enterprise for organisations to survive and grow as well as the challenges facing organisations to encourage and nurture entrepreneurism within the business. 

 

Finally, the essay must distinguish between types and forms of enterprise activity. This should include Intrapreneurs within different contexts as well the entrepreneurial process.

 

Make sure you refer to the academic literature on the above topics and related theoretical concepts such as the entrepreneurial process. The essay must be properly referenced according to the Harvard method and the use required number of references for HE5. 

 

Finally the conclusion of your essay should evaluate the importance of creativity, innovation and enterprise for UK businesses and Entrepreneurism for UK economy and society. 

 

The academic essay and in its paragraphs should broadly follow this structure: 

 

•€a brief introduction; 

 

•€a main body (this should form the bulk of the essay preferably organised into sections and subsections which include a series of paragraphs); 

  

•€and a brief conclusion. 

 

You may use diagrams, graphs or charts if you feel they add value to the essay.  

 

 IMPORTANT NOTE: 

 

* It is essential that the essay is in your own words and that any quotes/referenced material is no more than 2 lines per item. 

 

Secondary Research Level HE5 - It is expected that the Reference List will contain between ten and fifteen sources. As a MINIMUM the Reference List should include two refereed academic journals and three academic books 

 

First class: This piece of work shows evidence of wider research with reference to a number of differing academic viewpoints. The essay has recognised relevantly and discussed in detail, all the required external environmental factors which affect the management operation of mega events.  Several reasoned and logical arguments have been developed well and supported by a wide range of appropriately researched literature. Reference to two or more academic models is clear, relevant and informative. Presentation is of a high standard, and in the appropriate essay style.  The high number of appropriate sources has been referenced accurately and to a high standard.  

 

Second class: A clear and informative piece of work with evidence of wider research and discussion. The essay has correctly recognised and discussed, all the required external environmental factors which affect the management operation of mega events.  Some reasoned arguments have been developed and supported by a good number of sources.  Reference to two academic models is clear.  Presentation is of a good standard, in the appropriate essay style.  A good number of appropriate sources have been referenced well, with most complying with the Harvard style. 

 

Third class: A reasonable attempt has been made at researching the essay but greater in depth discussion and academic debate is required.  The essay has recognised the external environmental factors which affect the management operation of mega events, however mostly the discussion is superficial and lacking in any depth.  Reference to two academic models has been attempted.  Presentation of the essay is limited, and Only the minimum of 5 sources has been provided, with at least one academic text and two academic journals included.  

 

Fail (39% and below): Students who do not meet the requirements of a third-class grade will not successfully complete the assessment activity

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Assessment Number

2

Assessment Type (and weighting)

 

Assessment Title

Presentation – Business Plan

Submission Date

19th of May 2023

 

This assessment satisfies the learning outcomes as specified in your module guide.

 

LO3:  Develop an effective business plan for self-selected business

Assignment 2 (1250words)

 

LO4:   Demonstrate effective research strategies

Assignment 2 (1250 words) 

 

 

Assignment Task

 

In this assignment you or in your group (no more than 2 in a group) are expected to produce a professional business plan and present the idea to a business panel. You/ or each member of the group must present and be prepared to answer individual questions which will form part of the assessment.

In addition, each member of the group must prepare a reflective statement that evaluates the business proposal, the research collected and examines both the strengths and weaknesses of the plan and highlights any key facts that support the idea. In addition, you must include a ‘what if’ section with solutions to those particular problems or issues.

 

 

 

 

The business plan must include the following topics within the plan:

 

The Business Plan ( as per the template supplied)

 

1. Executive Summary

2. Business Description including USP aims and objectives.

3. Target Audience and Market Research supporting the idea & Competitor Analysis

4. Pricing and Marketing Strategy

5. Financial Costs including Cashflow Forcast

6. Company Structure & Team including Skills and Experience

7. Legal Requirements

 

 

The business plan must be completed using the professional templates available from High Street Banks/ or Small Business Start Up websites or you may use the business plansupplied in class. You must complete all sections including the financial documents especially a (Cashflow forecast). It is important that you complete a competitor analysis within the plan and any secondary data used in your research must be referenced. 

 

The Presentation

 

This will be a group presentation in which everyone must participate. The presentation should be no more than 15-18 minutes (+/- 10%) and there will 10 minutes of questions at the end of your presentation. These will be individual questions.

 

The presentation should cover:

•€The business idea, vision and USP

•€Research that supports your idea

•€Competitor analysis

•€Predicted start-up costs, funding and sales

•€Cashflow Forecast

•€Strengths and Weaknesses of your plan

 

The presentations will commence at 12.00pm on Friday 19th of May 2023

 

Note:

The business plan, copies of the slides and your reflective statements must be submitted on Thursday18th May 202023 no later than 11pm on the iLearnportal

 

Secondary Research Level HE5 - It is expected that the Reference List will contain between ten and fifteen sources.As a MINIMUM the Reference List should include tworefereed academic journals and four academic books

 

First class (70%+)  A professional level Business Plan has been produced and presented.  The plan shows evidence of wider research with reference to a number of differing academic sources and there is in depth coverage of:  The business idea and vision and the research supporting the idea, Competitor analysis, Predicted start-up costs, funding and sales, Cashflow Forecast and Strengths and Weaknesses of your plan.  A high number of appropriate sources have been accurately.  Full responses to all questioning including ‘What If’ scenarios

 

Second class (50%-69%) A good clear Business Plan and Presentation which shows some evidence of wider research.  There is good overage of all aspects of the business idea and there is good referencing of sources in the Harvard style throughout.  Good attempt to respond to all questioning about the Business Idea and the supporting paperwork

 

Third class (40-49%): A basic Business Plan and Presentation which shows little evidence of wider research.  There is reasonable overage of most of the aspects of the business idea but limited referencing of sources.  Some attempt to respond to all questioning about the Business Idea and the supporting paperwork

 

 

Fail (39% and below): Students who do not meet the requirements of a third class grade will not successfully complete the assessment activity

 

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General Assessment Guidelines for Written AssessmentsLevel HE5 

 

%

Relevance

Knowledge

Argument/Analysis

Structure

Presentation

Written English

Research/Referencing

Class I
(Exceptional 

Quality)

85-100%

 

 

 

 

Directly relevant to title.  

Expertly addresses the assumptions of the title and/or the requirements of the brief.

Demonstrates an exceptional knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level through the identification and critical analysis of the most important issues and themes.

Makes exceptional use of appropriate arguments and/or theoretical models. Demonstrates some distinctive or independent thinking. Presents an exceptional critical analysis of the material resulting in clear, logical and original conclusions.

Coherently articulated and logically structured. An appropriate format is used.  

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment.

Effective inclusion of figures, tables, plates (FTP).

An exceptionally well written answer with standard spelling and grammar. 

Style is clear, resourceful and academic.

 

Sources accurately cited in the text. A wide range of contemporary and relevant references cited in the reference list in the correct style.

Class I
(Excellent

Quality)

70-84%

 

 

 

Directly relevant to title.  

Addresses the assumptions of the title and/or the requirements of the brief.

Demonstrates an excellent knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level through the identification and analysis of the most important issues and themes.

Makes creative use of appropriate arguments and/or theoretical models. 

Presents an excellent analysis of the material resulting in clear, logical conclusions.

Coherently articulated and logically structured.

An appropriate format is used.  

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment.

Effective inclusion of figures, tables, plates (FTP).

An excellently written
answer with standard spelling and grammar. 

Style is clear, resourceful and academic.

 

Sources accurately cited in the text. A range of contemporary and relevant references cited in the reference list in the correct style.

Class II/i
(Very Good Quality)

60-69%

Directly relevant to title. 

Addresses most of the assumptions of the title and/or the requirements of the brief.

Demonstrates a very good knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level through the identification and analysis of key issues.

Uses sound arguments or theoretical models. Presents a clear and valid analysis of the material in the main with clear, logical conclusions.

Logically constructed in the main. An appropriate format is used.  

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment.

Effective inclusion of FTP.

A very well written answer with standard spelling and grammar. Style is clear and academic.

 

Sources accurately cited in the text and a range of appropriate references cited in reference list in the correct style.

Class II/ii
(Good Quality)

 

50-59%

Generallyaddresses the title/brief, but sometimes considers irrelevant issues. 

Demonstrates a good knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level through the identification and analysis of some key issues.

Presents largely coherent arguments. Evidence of attempted analysis, with some descriptive or narrative passages. Conclusions are fairly clear and logical.

For the most part coherently articulated and logically structured. An acceptable format is used.

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment.

Inclusion of FTP but lacks selectivity.

Competently written with minor lapses in spelling and grammar. Style is readable and academic in the main.

 

Most sources accurately cited in the text and an appropriate reference list is provided which is largely in the correct style.

Class III
(Satisfactory Quality)

40-49%

Some degree of irrelevance to the title/brief.  

 

Superficial consideration of the issues. 

Demonstrates an adequate knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level. An attempt is made to analyse key issues.

Presents basic arguments, but focus and consistency lacking in places. Issues are vaguely stated. Descriptive or narrative passages evident which lack clear purpose. Conclusions are not always clear or logical.

Adequate attempt at articulation and logical structure. 

An acceptable format is used.

The presentational style & layout is largely correct for the type of assignment.

Inappropriate use of FTP or not used where clearly needed to aid understanding.

Generallycompetently written although intermittent lapses in grammar and spelling pose obstacles for the reader. Style limits communication and is non-academic in a number ofplaces.

Some relevant sources cited.

Some weaknesses in referencing technique.

Borderline

Fail

 

35-39%

 

Significant degree of irrelevance to the title/ brief. Onlymost obvious issues are addressed at a superficial level and in unchallenging terms.  

Demonstrates weaknesses in knowledge of theory and practice for this level, with poor understanding of key issues.

Limited argument, which is descriptive or narrative in style with little evidence of analysis. Conclusions are neither clear nor logical.

Poorly structured. 

Lack of articulation.

Format deficient.

For the type of assignment the presentational style &/or layout is lacking. 

FTP ignored in text or not used where clearly needed.

Deficiencies in spelling and grammar makes reading difficult. Simplistic or repetitious style impairs clarity.

Style is non-academic.

Limited sources and weak referencing.  

Fail

 

<34%

 

Relevance to the title/brief is intermittent or missing. 

The topic is reduced to its vaguest and least challenging terms.  

Demonstrates a lack of basic knowledge of either theory or practice for this level, with little evidence of understanding.

Inadequate arguments and no analysis.

Conclusions are sparse.

Unstructured. 

Lack of articulation. Format deficient

For the type of assignment the presentational style &/or layout is lacking.

FTP as above.

Poorly written with numerous deficiencies in grammar, spelling and expression.

Style is non-academic.

An absence of academic sources and poor referencing technique.

 

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Using technology and corpora in language teaching and research (DL)

Student Handbook

Module Code:     U21852    

Module Level:     7    

Module Title:     Using technology and corpora in language teaching and research (DL)

Module Short Title:    TECCORDL

Module Credits:     30    

Degree Programmes:     MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL (+ others)

Academic Year:    2021-2022 second teaching block

School of Languages and Applied Linguistics

Introduction

The aim of this module is for students to see how they can make use of information technology, principally the application of language corpora, as language teachers or communication professionals or researchers. Teaching will focus not only on developing technological skills, but also on creating and critically evaluating relevant teaching & learning materials, with opportunities for linguistic research. Students will thereby develop a set of transferable skills related to the technologies used, and develop their analytical skills through the discussion of how corpus methodologies are applied.


Awards using this module

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL (DL)

Full Time

C2023F

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL (DL)

Full Time

C2023F

Optional

2

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL

Full Time

C2399F

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL

Full Time

C2399F

Optional

2

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL

Part Time

C2399P

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL

Part Time

C2399P

Optional

2

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL (DL)

Part Time

C2023P

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND TESOL (DL)

Part Time

C2023P

Optional

2

FHEQ_7

MA COMMUNICATION AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS (DL)

Part Time

C2589P

Core

1

FHEQ_7

MA COMMUNICATION AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS (DL)

Part Time

C2589P

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA COMMUNICATION AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS (DL)

Part Time

C2589P

Optional

2

FHEQ_7

MA TESOL, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (DL)

Part Time

C2593P

Core

2

FHEQ_7

MA TESOL, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (DL)

Part Time

C2593P

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA TESOL, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (DL)

Part Time

C2593P

Optional

2

FHEQ_7

MA TESOL, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (DL)

Full Time

C2593F

Optional

1

FHEQ_7

MA TESOL, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (DL)

Full Time

C2593F

Optional

2

FHEQ_7


Aims 

1

To raise students’ awareness of the relationship between technology use in the classroom and theories of learning/teaching

2

To introduce students to the main concepts and tools in corpus linguistics

3

To enable students to apply, adapt, and critically evaluate the use of technology - specifically corpus-based technologies -  in language teaching and learning

4

To equip students with an understanding of how to rigorously apply corpus methodologies to language description for teaching and research purposes


Learning Outcomes – On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1

Develop and apply practical skills in manipulating and creating language corpora.

2

Investigate a linguistic, social, or similar research issue using an appropriate corpus (or corpora).

3

Design and critically evaluate teaching and learning activities that make use of the technologies covered during the module.


IMPORTANT: You cannot successfully participate in this module using only a smartphone or cheap tablet. In most cases, the screen will be too small for the dense layout of corpus data and you will ruin your eyes. You must have access to a PC or laptop that can run Windows, MacOS, or a Unix-based operating system, eg Linux. Android systems and Chromebooks are not suitable as they cannot run the AntConc software we will meet later in the module.



Syllabus Outline

Week

Available from...

Topic

1

07/02/21

Introduction to the module. Your use of technology  (John)

2

14/02/21

A simple classroom activity using a corpus  (J)  

3

21/02/21

Introduction to the SketchEngine corpus interface, Part 1  (Glenn)

4

28/02/21

Introduction to the SketchEngine corpus interface, Part 2  (G)

5

07/03/21

Corpora and language learners  (G)

6

14/03/21

CONSOLIDATION WEEK

Preparatory task for Assessment 1: Designing a corpus-based lesson or activity (J)

7

21/03/21

Building and exploring your own corpora with AntConc, Part 1 (J)

8

28/03/21

Preparing for Assessment 1. Students report back on preparatory task (J)


04/04/21

EASTER BREAK (2 weeks)

Students working on Assessment 1


11/04/21

9

19/04/21 (Monday is Bank Holiday)

Building and exploring your own corpora with AntConc, Part 2  (J)

10

25/04/21

Preparing for Assessment 2 (J);

Statistics for corpus linguistics (G)

11

03/05/21 (Monday is Bank Holiday)

Using corpora in discourse analysis & metaphor studies (G)

12

09/05/21

Report back on your corpora (J). Corpora in other disciplines (G) 


Teaching method and module delivery

This module is delivered in distance-learning (DL) mode only, even for campus-based students. Everything is delivered through Moodle on the dates shown. For each topic there will be a mixture of tutor input, recommended reading, required activities and forum discussion. We hope to provide regular ‘live’ online sessions for students to discuss the module in the presence of a tutor, but the timing of these is uncertain at the time of writing. 


Prerequisites for this module

There are no prerequisites for this module. No previous knowledge of corpora is required.

Last year's module feedback, and changes for 2021-22

No formal feedback was received for this module in 2021. This could be because of technical problems or because of an insufficient number of responses to the feedback questionnaire. In any case the module has been completely redesigned for 2022, partly in response to previous years’ feedback, in which a common theme was that students needed more time to become familiar with using corpora.

The global pandemic has had relatively little effect on the running of distance-learning modules. However there was a major IT incident last April which seriously disrupted the functioning of the University and thus there was a University-wide decision to delay the spring assessments. Some students expressed dissatisfaction with this, as they felt it did not leave them enough time to become familiar with corpora and prepare adequately for Assessment 2. Hopefully there will not be a further such incident in 2022 and we can keep to the assessment schedule as set out below

Throughout the running of this module in 2021, the tutors received an unusually high number of individual email queries from students, often about information that could easily be found on the Moodle site. Please try to keep these to a minimum, only about issues that affect you alone or need to be kept confidential for whatever reason. For general discussion of the module, it is much better to post a message in the Moodle forums; if there is something you don’t understand, it is likely that some other students don’t understand it either, and the tutors will only need to come in once to answer the query. Remember, DL modules at this level are meant to be about independent and group learning. 

Assessment

3 May 2023

Personal and Professional Development (PPD) -Individual PowerPoint Presentation with supporting notes

Assignment Brief

Course/Programme:    BA (Hons) Business Studies with Foundation 

Level:    Year 2 Level 4

Module Title:    Personal and Professional Development (PPD)

Assignment title:    Individual PowerPoint Presentation with supporting notes

Assignment number:    2

Weighting:    50% of overall module grade

Date given out:    March 8th 2023

Submission date:    May 15th 2023

For late submission, please check CCCU Taught regulation (page 28 on late submission) and Extenuating Policy:     CCCU Taught regulation



Personal and Professional Development (PPD)



CCCU Extenuating Circumstances Policy

Method of submission:        Online only        Online and paper copy

Special instructions for submission (if any):    The PowerPoint slides must be exported/converted to a Word Document with supporting notes below the slides before submission.

Date for results and feedback

(please note the final grade is subject to the main CCCU assessment Board)    June 6th 2023

Learning outcomes assessed:    LO2: Appraise the relevance of personal development to the role of a manager, for one's own and others' development.

LO3: Manage one's own development effectively and apply newly acquired skills using effective feedback.


Assignment 2 brief:

Assessment Task Description 

You are required as a group of 6-8 persons to prepare a Group Presentation of maximum 20mins (max 15 slides) plus 1000 words of notes on the following:

Critically appraise the relevance of personal development planning to one's own development and the role of a manager.

Recommend some strategies for effectively identifying and developing new skills required for one’s career path.

Note: Although this is a group assignment, it is important that individual contribution is evidenced within the planning and delivery of the presentation. Therefore, marks are allocated for each individual’s presentation as well group coordination and cohesion during the presentation.

Working in groups of 6-8, is a large number reflecting the common situation in business. Only ONE student in each group (‘chair’) should upload the completed assignment with full details of all participants (names and student ID)


NOTE: Turnitin will not display slide notes if you submit your work as a PowerPoint presentation. Therefore, you must export/convert your slides into a Word document and select the option to include notes below the slide prior to submission!


Format and Layout

Please note the following when completing your written assignment:

Writing: Written in English in an appropriate business/academic style

Focus: Focus only on the tasks set in the assignment.

Document format: The presentation should include;

A title page

Introduction

The main body

Conclusion

References

Appendices

Ensure a clear title of your presentation, course, and name or ID number of all participants is on a cover sheet and a reference all sources using Harvard style of referencing.

Research: Your research should use reliable/credible and relevant sources of information e.g. academic textbooks, academic journals that have been peer reviewed. The research should be extensive. The use of a range of information sources is expected – academic books, peer reviewed journal articles, professional articles, press releases and newspaper articles, reliable statistics, company annual reports and other company information. All referencing should be in Harvard style.


Marking Criteria and Students Feedback 

Common Assessment Criteria (applied to all parts of the project)    Marks available    Marks 

awarded

1. Research-informed Literature: Extent of research and/or own reading, selection of credible sources, application of appropriate referencing conventions.    15    

 2. Knowledge and Understanding of Subject: Extent of knowledge and understanding of concepts and underlying principles associated with the discipline.    15    

3. Analysis: Analysis, evaluation and synthesis; logic, argument and judgement; analytical reflection; organisation of ideas and evidence    30    

    

4. Practical Application and Deployment: Deployment of methods, materials, tools and techniques; application of concepts; formulation of innovative and creative solutions to solve problems.    30    

         

          

5. Skills for Professional Practice: Attributes in professional practice: individual and collaborative working; deployment of appropriate media; presentation and organisation.    10    

        

TOTAL    100    



CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

A. KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

1. Knowledge and application of subject and theories    Knowledge and understanding of theory are detailed and beyond what has been taught. Appreciation of the limits of subject-specific theories demonstrated in the work. Approach to assessment task is clearly, appropriately, and theoretically informed.    Demonstrates an accurate, systematic theoretical understanding of the subject and a range of key theories. Appropriately selected theoretical knowledge is synergised into the overall assessment task with some appreciation of the limits of subject specific theories.     Shows a systematic and accurate understanding of key subject-specific theories, which are appropriately integrated within the context of the assessment task.     Sound descriptive knowledge of key theories with appropriate application; sometimes balanced towards the descriptive rather than the critical or analytical. 

    Selection of theory is satisfactory, and terminology, facts and concepts are handled accurately, but application and understanding are generalised.     In this assignment some of the theories presented are not appropriate. Terminology, facts, and concepts are presented inaccurately and/or with omissions in key areas. The application and/or understanding demonstrated is extremely limited.    In this assignment there is a lack of relevant subject-specific theory.

2. Information gathering/ processing    Uses initiative to seek out a broad range of highly relevant information and synthesises and evaluates it effectively.     Selects a range of highly relevant information. Demonstrates understanding of the complexity of the information and processes it effectively.    Selects appropriate information and processes it thoroughly with some critical evaluation.    Selects appropriate information and evaluates and comments on it critically, includes some readings beyond the set range.    Selects generally appropriate information and shows ability to evaluate and comment on it adequately.    The selection of information here is not appropriate to the task and there is not enough evaluation of it to support the work.    The selection of information here is not appropriate to the task and it is not evaluated systematically.

3. Evaluation of process and the quality of information / data developed    Evaluates information and/or data and the inquiry process perceptively using appropriate criteria some of which is self-determined.

    Evaluates information and/or data and the inquiry process perceptively using appropriate criteria some of which may be self-determined.    Effectively evaluates information and/or data and the inquiry process using prescribed guidelines.     Shows sound, basic evaluation of information and/or data and the inquiry process used.    Shows basic evaluation of the inquiry methodology and information and/or data generated.    In this submission, evaluation of process and the information and/or data is incomplete.    The work shows limited or no evaluation of either process or outcomes.


CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

B. COGNITIVE SKILLS

4. Quality of sources used     Significant use is made of primary sources, in conjunction with high quality secondary sources. Draws upon some current research or advanced scholarship.     Significant use made of primary sources in conjunction with high quality secondary sources.     Uses a balanced combination of primary and high-quality secondary sources.    Some use of primary sources, but generally reliant on appropriate secondary sources.    Mostly relies on set secondary sources. Use of primary sources limited and is limited to set sources.     The work draws on some set secondary sources, but also relies on inappropriate sources. Hardly any use of primary sources.    The submission is based on unreliable and/ or inappropriate sources.

5. Referencing    Sources used are acknowledged in the text and reference list and used effectively to support discussion. Referencing follows a systematic approach, appropriate to the discipline. All elements of individual references are present.    Sources used are acknowledged in the text and reference list and used to support discussion. Referencing follows a systematic approach, appropriate to the discipline. All elements of individual references are present.     Sources used are acknowledged in the text and reference list. Referencing follows a systematic approach, appropriate to the discipline. Entries in the reference list are accurate.     Attempts to follow a systematic approach to the citation of sources, appropriate to the discipline. Most elements of individual references are present and accurate.    Sources of information acknowledged and integration between text and reference list is mainly effective with some inaccuracies or omissions. Attempts to follow systematic approach, appropriate to the discipline. Reference list contains some errors.    Some sources of information acknowledged but links between text and reference list are unclear. Referencing does not follow a systematic approach. Elements of individual references are incomplete and/or absent.    Little or no acknowledgement of sources of information in text and/or reference list.

6. Clarity of objectives and focus of work    This work defines appropriate objectives in detail and addresses them logically, coherently, comprehensively showing sophisticated interpretation of complex ideas.    This work defines appropriate objectives in detail and addresses them logically, and coherently, interpreting complex ideas clearly.    This work defines appropriate objectives and addresses them coherently and logically throughout the work providing a clear focus to the work.    This work outlines some appropriate objectives and addresses them in a coherent manner which gives focus to the work.     This work uses generalised objectives to provide adequate but limited focus to the work     In this piece of work objectives are not appropriate and/or clearly identified – focus is not logical or coherent.    In this piece of work no objectives are identified, and the submission lacks focus and coherence.

7. Selecting research methods (Relationship between method chosen and the nature of the inquiry)    Convincing rationale for selection of one from several methodologies enables the successful and efficient collection and recording of information and/or data with perception.    Methodology selected is effective and rationale for its selection is convincingly explored enabling the effective collection of appropriate information and/or data.    Methodology selected is effective and appropriate to the aims and objectives of the task and a rationale for its selection from the range of provided methodologies is provided.    Methodology chosen is appropriate to the task and a rationale is given to the selection of a methodology from the range of prescribed ones.    Methodology used is appropriate to the task and brief rationale offered refers to established guidance.    In this piece of work the choice of methodology and relationship to information and/or data being collected is confused and confusing.     In this piece of work the issue of methodology is not addressed and/or an inappropriate methodology is selected. There is little evidence of how planning was used to complete the task.

CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

B. COGNITIVE SKILLS continued

8. Analysis    Makes excellent use of relevant analytic techniques and applies these to new and/or abstract information and situations. Shows well-developed ability to compare alternative theories or analytic approaches.     Makes very good use of a range of analytic techniques relevant to the discipline and applies these to new and/or abstract information and situations. Shows developing ability to compare alternative theories and/or analytic approaches.    Makes effective use of established techniques of analysis relevant to the discipline. Shows some ability to compare with some insight alternative theories and/or analytic approaches.    Makes consistent, albeit conventional, use of established techniques of analysis, relevant to the discipline.     Makes satisfactory but limited use of established techniques of analysis, relevant to the discipline.    Here the attempts at analysis are ineffective and/or uninformed by the discipline.     This submission does not contain effective analysis and does not yet engage with key disciplinary techniques.

9. Conclusions    Conclusions are well developed, analytical, use appropriate forms of conceptualisation and show some originality. They form an integrated part of arguments or discussion, reflecting a strong grasp of a range of theory and/or evidence. Demonstrates development of critical insight and interpretation of complex ideas.     Conclusions are well developed, analytical, and use appropriate forms of conceptualisation. They are systematic and thoroughly grounded in a range of theory and/or evidence Demonstrates development of some critical insight and interpretation of complex ideas.    Conclusions show some critical insight and relate clearly and logically to substantiated arguments based on a range of sources of evidence and/or theory. A range of views and information are critically evaluated and there is perceptive interpretation of complex ideas.    Logical and evidenced conclusions are drawn from evaluation of a range of sources of evidence and/or theory. Shows developing ability to consider and evaluate a range of views and to explain complex ideas consistently and clearly.    Adequate conclusions are drawn which are derived from understanding of evidence and/or theory. Shows the ability to consider alternative views and explain complex ideas.    The work demonstrates limited or inaccurate understanding of the evidence and does not draw together arguments effectively.     The work either lacks a conclusion or presents an unsubstantiated and/or invalid conclusion.

10. Initiative (taking action, independence)    Shows a creative, independent approach to achieving goals in a manner appropriate to situation(s). If in a group setting, shows appreciation of the needs and views of others.     Uses imagination to assess the needs of a situation and take independent actions to achieve goals. If in a group setting, takes account of the needs and views of others.     Effectively assesses the needs of a situation and takes independent action necessary to achieve goals. If in a group setting, shows some awareness of the needs and views of others.     Where goals and methods are defined, will assess the needs of a situation and act towards achieving goals. If in a group setting, shows limited awareness of the needs and views of others.     Where goals and methods are clearly defined, will undertake tasks requiring some independence. If in a group setting, shows limited awareness of the needs and views of others.     In this assignment, limited ability has been demonstrated to undertake tasks beyond those prescribed. If in a group setting, the needs and views of others have not been meaningfully considered.    In this assignment, ability to undertake prescribed tasks has been demonstrated, but independent tasks are not attempted. If in a group setting, the needs and views of others have not been considered.


CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

B. COGNITIVE SKILLS continued

11. Decision making    Uses a range of appropriate information to evaluate options. Makes clear decisions which give due weight to alternatives and justify the final choice.    Uses appropriate information to evaluate options and applies clear criteria to demonstrate reasons for final decision.     Uses appropriate information to evaluate options. Final decision is clear and linked to the evaluation.     Recognises benefits and disadvantages of some viable options but provides limited clarity on rationale for final decision.     When decisions are made, a limited, but tenable, rationale for decisions is provided.     Here, the rationale behind the final choice is unclear or untenable.     Here, the final choice is unclear or absent. In this work the student has not demonstrated ability to make decisions.

C. PRACTICAL SKILLS

12. Creative process    Creative work shows highly developed technique in the service of a lively creative imagination. Processes involved are handled with assurance to achieve innovative results. Personal style consistently marked in work which builds on models with originality, flair and style.     Creative work shows well-developed imagination and technique. Processes involved are handled with assurance to achieve creative results. Personal style makes its mark on models and moulds influences with originality and style.     Creative work shows developing imagination and technique. Processes involved have creative application and outcomes  

Builds on models and moulds influences with some originality and moments of distinctive personal style.    Creative works shows some imagination and technique. Processes involved have some creative consequence. Personal style is evident at times in work which is otherwise derivative in origin.     Creative work shows a basic level of imagination and technique. Processes involved have developing creative outcomes. Personal style is lacking, and the work is derivative in origin.     This work contains undeveloped ideas and/or little creativity or skill/technique. Minimal personal style and little insight into effective working processes are demonstrated here.     In this piece of work skills and techniques are undeveloped. Creativity or innovation are not evidenced here.


CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

C. PRACTICAL SKILLS continued

13. Performance    Compelling, communicative, and convincing performance demonstrating thorough understanding of style. Accurate, flexible, focused, well-rehearsed, convincing, and precise performance. Improvisations are imaginative, creative, and stylistically assured. Stage craft presentation of a very high standard.    Focused, performance demonstrating communication, commitment, and thorough understanding of style with careful attention to detail, displaying consistently high level of technical ability. Improvised passages are stylistically correct and considered. Performance well-prepared, assured and persuasive. Stage craft presentation of a very high standard.     Performance demonstrates communication, commitment, and an understanding of the genre with careful attention to detail, displaying a good level of technical ability. Improvised passages show a sound understanding of style. Performance well- rehearsed. Stage craft presentation of a good standard.     Performance demonstrates communication, commitment and understanding of the genre with some attention to detail and technical ability. Improvised passages show a sound understanding of style. Limited confidence and attention to stage craft presentation.    Performance that mostly demonstrates communication, commitment and understanding of the genre but with little attention to detail and displaying a basic level of technical ability. Improvised passages show some understanding of style. Lacks confidence and little attention given to stage craft presentation.    Performance in which communication, commitment and style are limited by struggles with technical control. Improvised passages show poor understanding of the style and may be inappropriate. Performance is under-rehearsed and unconvincing and stage conduct is barely addressed.    Performance in which fluency and focus are severely limited by a lack of technical control. Improvised passages do not yet show understanding of style/genre or conventions of performance here. This performance is under-rehearsed, lacking in confidence and stage conduct is not appropriate.

14. Form and content in a practical context    Demonstrates strong ability to critically engage with theory and practice. Synthesises creative strategies and interrelated forms and styles. Experiments with conventional forms. Work shows clear evidence of intellectual rigour and/or creativity. Technically and professionally competent.     Evidence of critically relating theory to practice. Synthesises creative strategies and interrelated forms and styles. Good evidence of some creativity and experiments with conventional forms. Technically and professionally competent in most respects.    Work shows some awareness of the relationship between theory and practice. Work tends to be conventional but show good ability to relate form and content. Some aspects of creativity present. Structure and content are relevant and approaching technical and professional competence throughout.     Work evidences an appropriate relationship between form and content. Limited presence of creativity. Moderate degree of technical and professional competence.     Some evidence of understanding of the relationship between form and content. Moderate degree of technical and professional competence. Limited creativity.     Work shows little or no evidence of an understanding of the relationship between form and content. The submission lacks creativity and is technically poor.    The work has not addressed the brief in a way that shows understanding of the relationship between form and content.


CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

D. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

15. Communication and presentation (appropriate to discipline)    Effective and polished communication which demonstrates a strong and sophisticated understanding of the discipline.    Accomplished communication in a format appropriate to the discipline showing strong understanding of disciplinary requirements.    Very effective communication in a format appropriate to the discipline.    Effective communication in a format appropriate to the discipline.     Clear communication and general evidence of an appropriate academic style for the discipline.     Here the communication is unstructured and unfocused and/or in a format inappropriate to the discipline.    Here the communication is disorganised and/or incoherent and does not show understanding of the discipline’s style. 

16. Clarity of expression (incl. accuracy, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and numeracy)    Fluent and accomplished writing, appropriate to assignment. grammar, spelling, and numeracy are highly accurate.    Fluent writing, appropriate to the assignment. grammar, spelling, and numeracy are accurate.    Language generally fluent and expressive. grammar, spelling, and numeracy accurate.    Meaning is clear but language not always used fluently. grammar, spelling and/or numeracy is mainly accurate.    Understandable and clear meaning, but language choices include errors which detract from the argument. Accuracy of spelling, punctuation, grammar and numeracy allows understanding but needs to be improved.     In this piece of work the meaning is often unclear with frequent errors in grammar, spelling, and or numeracy.    In this piece of work, the meaning is unclear throughout. Errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation and/or numeracy make interpretation challenging for an assessor.

17. Digital skills    Excellent use of a range of appropriate digital technologies to enhance the work, showing digital literacy and originality.    A range of digital technologies are used accurately and discerningly to enhance the work, demonstrating very good digital literacy.    A range of appropriate digital technologies are used accurately to enhance the work, showing good digital literacy.    Appropriate digital technologies are used accurately to enhance the work, showing digital literacy.    Understandable and clear work with use of appropriate digital technologies but errors which detract from digital literacy.    Some appropriate digital technologies are used but overall digital literacy is poor.    Digital technologies are not used appropriately; digital literacy not demonstrated.

18. Presentation (visual)    Imaginative presentation with strong visual impact which enhances the message.    Message is presented creatively with strong visual impact.    Presentation is clear and has very good visual effect.    Presentation has a generally sound structure and visual tools are used effectively.    Visual aspect and/or structure of presentation is adequate with limited creativity.     Presented in a disorganised manner. Lacks appropriate support from visual tools.    Presentation is disorganised and/or incoherent and/or medium is non-visual.

19. Presentation (oral)    Presentation is very well structured and engaging. Audibility and pace are appropriate to audience and used with excellent effect to enhance the presentation.    Presentation is very well structured and engaging. Audibility and pace are effective in engaging the audience.     Presentation is well-structured and addressed effectively to audience. Pace and audibility are very good.    Presentation has a sound structure. Pace and audibility are satisfactory most of the time.    Pace, audibility and/or structure of presentation are adequate.    Delivery is disorganised and/or pace and audibility is poor.    Presentation is not understandable and/or inaudible and/or not an oral presentation. 

CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

D. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS continued

20. Interactive and group skills (including teamwork, negotiation, understanding group dynamics)    Demonstrates a flexible, approach to negotiation which addresses conflict and builds co-operation to develop relationships which are mutually beneficial to achieving group objectives.

    Uses a range of networking skills effectively within a learning or professional group. Seeks to address conflict to establish relationships which serve the group needs.     Interacts within a learning group, giving and receiving information and ideas and modifying responses where appropriate to contribute to group aims.    Meets obligations to others (tutors and/or peers) providing constructive contributions to support shared objectives. Recognises and assesses alternative options.    Uses basic interactive skills appropriately to usefully contribute to the group aims.    In this assignment there was either a tendency to avoid working with others or contributions to this group activity were not effective or constructive.

    In this assignment there was either a lack of contributions to the group or the contributions made were unconstructive and made it harder for the group to achieve their aims. 

21. Self-presentation / interpersonal skills     Confident and flexible self-presentation employing a range of interpersonal skills appropriate to the individual’s aims and setting(s).     Flexible self-presentation and interpersonal skills appropriate to the individual’s aims and setting(s).    Can adopt both a formal and informal style and uses basic interpersonal skills appropriate to the setting(s).    Can adopt both a formal and informal style and uses basic interpersonal skills generally appropriately but not always matching the needs of the situation.    Shows awareness of different styles of self-presentation and is willing to use them in different situations but without always matching the needs of the situation.    Demonstrates some self-awareness and/or interpersonal skills but at key moments the skills deployed did not match the needs of the situation.    In this work self-awareness and appropriate interpersonal skills were not matched to the needs of the situation.

22. Time management / self-management    Meets deadlines. Sets self-determined targets and contingency plans allowing sufficient time to receive and act on guidance.     Meets deadlines. Plans and monitors progress to allow sufficient time for development of the work.     Makes plans and implements them in a satisfactory manner to meet deadlines.     Meets important deadlines. Exhibits some limited evidence of planning.     Usually meets important deadlines. Exhibits limited evidence of planning.    Some deadlines met, but most deadlines missed. Extremely limited evidence of effective time management shown here.    Deadlines not or rarely met. Not yet demonstrating ability to make and implement plans.

23. Independence / autonomy (including planning and managing learning)    Identifies learning needs by actively seeking out feedback from a range of sources and making effective use of available resources. Manages own learning, showing a desire to keep learning and improving.     Identifies learning needs by actively seeking out feedback from a range of sources and making use of available resources. Manages own learning, showing a desire to keep learning and improving.    Shows independence in planning learning, identifying appropriate learning resources, and acting on feedback to keep learning and improving performance.     Largely works independently. Accesses and uses a range of learning resources, feedback, and support to try to keep learning and improving performance.    Undertakes clearly directed work independently. Uses the standard learning resources and feedback to try to keep learning and improving performance.    Demonstrates limited ability to work independently, needing significant guidance on methods and resources.    Has not yet demonstrated ability to work independently; needs continuous guidance on methods and resources.


CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

D. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS continued

24. Reflection (including self-criticism / awareness)     Confidently evaluates own strengths and weaknesses and the criteria by which such judgements are made. Starts to interrogate received opinion, prejudices and value sets operating.    Confidently evaluates own strengths and weaknesses and shows developing understanding of the criteria by which such judgements are made. Prepared to question received opinion, prejudices and value sets operating.     Able to evaluate own strengths and weaknesses and shows understanding of criteria for judgements. Starts to question received opinion, prejudices and value sets operating.    Demonstrates an understanding of the criteria set by others. Recognises own strengths and weaknesses in relation to these criteria. Does not question received opinion.    Dependent on criteria set by others. Begins to recognise own strengths and weaknesses in relation to these criteria. Does not question received opinion.    Partial awareness of criteria set by others and limited ability to evaluate own strengths and weaknesses in relation to them.    Work does not apply criteria set by others or show recognition of own strengths and weaknesses. May result in quite an inaccurate view of the situation. 

25. Critical review (to be used in peer assessment)    Assesses/ evaluates the work of others convincingly using a range of criteria accurately and appropriately. Provides a persuasive rationale for judgements and offers specific insights into how work could be developed.    Assesses/ evaluates the work of others using a range of criteria accurately and appropriately. Provides a rationale for judgements and offers specific insights into how work could be developed.    Assesses/ evaluates the work of others using a range of existing criteria appropriately, indicates possible areas for improvement.    Examines work of others and identifies some strengths and weaknesses using existing criteria.    Comments in general terms on the work of others using prescribed formats.    Demonstrates limited ability to make reasoned comment on the work of others.    Has not yet demonstrated ability to make reasoned comment on the work of others.

CRITERION    100-80

Excellent    79-70

Very good    69-60

Good    59-50

Sound    49-40

Satisfactory    39-20

Fail    19-0

Fail

E. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCES

26. Work within a framework of professional values / code of conduct     Develops specific, achievable objectives which are achievable consistent with professional values and/or code of conduct and appropriate to the clientele.    Develops objectives with some creativity which are consistent with professional values and/or code of conduct and appropriate to the clientele.     Develops objectives which are consistent with professional values and/or code of conduct and appropriate to the clientele.     Uses objectives which are consistent with professional values and/or code of conduct and generally appropriate to the clientele.    Uses objectives which are consistent with professional values and/or code of conduct but are set by the clientele. Shows limited consideration of appropriateness and practicability.     Inadequate attempt made here to ascertain needs of clientele and develop a workable brief. Limited use of professional values and/or code of conduct frameworks.    No attempt made here to ascertain needs of clientele and develop a workable brief. Has not worked within the prescribed professional values and/or code of conduct framework.

27. Reflective practice    Effectively analyses personal practice and that of others through reflection and considers the rationale behind these practices. Demonstrates developing awareness of potential alternatives and their implications for further practice.     Evaluates personal practice and the practice of others through reflection using appropriate frames of reference. Develops plans of action in the light of these considerations.    Evaluates personal practice and the practice of others using appropriate frames of reference. Considers alternative future actions.    Evaluates own practice and that of others using several frames of reference. Considers future actions.    Interprets own practice and that of others based on specific frames of reference. Identifies some further actions.    Limited interpretation of own practice and that of others here. As a result, appropriate future action planning is extremely limited.    Incomplete or inaccurate interpretation of own practice and that of others here. As a result, not yet able to plan appropriate future actions.


29 Apr 2023

Term Paper Guidelines for Critical Evaluation of Readings on Moral Problems

Term Paper


You will write a critical evaluation of ONE of the following readings from Part 9 Moral Problems: 

  • A Defense of Abortion by Judith Jarvis Thomson 
  • Why Abortion is Immoral by Don Marquis. 

You will be graded on clarity, accuracy, and your ability to critically evaluate the material. Your essay must be typed, double-spaced, and free of spelling errors. Your essay should be around three pages in length (you will not be penalized for going over or under the page limit.) You will only need the textbook and class notes to write the paper. Students should avoid using any other outside sources. Any additional sources that contribute to your paper must be cited via footnotes or other references. You should not use direct quotes. You are being graded on your understanding of the material, so explain the view of the author in your own words. 

*Any student caught plagiarizing will receive a zero for this assignment-see the syllabus.* Students may email me to discuss strategies for completing the essay. Essays are due Friday, April 28 before 11:59 pm. No late papers will be accepted for any reason.

Part I: Begin by telling me which of the readings you will be criticizing (be sure to include the name of the author.) Tell me the conclusion that the author intends to prove. Then give a detailed summary of the reading. Be sure to include any objections the author raises to their own view and their response to those objections. Finally, discuss in some detail how one of the five basic moral principles might support the author's view.

Part II: Give at least one objection to the author's view. Remember that you are not giving objections to the conclusion of the author's argument, rather, you are giving objections to how the author attempts to prove their conclusion. Be sure to give examples to help make your position clear. Give as much detail as possible, and be sure that you are criticizing the author's actual view.

This passage provides guidelines for writing a term paper that involves a critical evaluation of one of two readings from Part 9 Moral Problems: "A Defense of Abortion" by Judith Jarvis Thomson and "Why Abortion is Immoral" by Don Marquis.