ENEG20001 Reflection Writing
January 21, 2018BSOM023 KPIs
January 21, 2018Guidelines for assessment 7: Report
Weighting: 40 %
Pass mark: 40 %
Timing and methods of feedback: 15 working days after the deadline of assessment 7.
Word count: 1000 words
Learning Outcomes assessed:
LO1: To identify and evaluate a range of arguments presented in academic contexts
LO2: To take a position within an argument in an academic context
LO3: To apply appropriate academic skills and techniques in a practical, real world situation.
Assessment criteria:
- Range and quality of material. You will be assessed on the breadth and range of material that you have read, and how this informs your report. You will be expected to question the material and sources that you have been presented with, and make a judgment on their validity.
- Positioning. You will be asked to position yourself and make a clear decision on the court case. You will be assessed on how you have come to this decision. It is key that you come to this decision based on the facts of the case
- Language and structure. You will be expected to write formally and accurately. You will be assessed on how well the report is structured.
What is a report?
A report is written for a reason and usually for a specific audience. You are required to present, analyse and apply evidence for this specific purpose. Information should be presented in a clear and structured format, with sections and headings so that the information is easy to find.
Report brief:
The online sessions on Blackboard have provided you with a range of primary material with regards to a police matter.
A man was killed while cycling between the hours of 11:00 and 11:30 PM on the 14th of August. He was knocked off his bike by an unidentified vehicle.
Using all the information provided, you are asked to write a report stating your position.
This report will be used by the prosecutor to determine whether or not to press charges, and who to press charges against.
Report structure:
| Areas to consider | |
| Identifying and evaluating arguments
|
Range of arguments:
You should acknowledge the whole range of material that is available to you. Some of this may contradict what you think has happened but you should acknowledge it nevertheless. When you acknowledge an alternate viewpoint, ensure you justify why you think it should not be used. Possible reasons for a piece of evidence not being used: · Unreliable witness (note: what makes a witness unreliable? A prejudice against somebody’s profession, the way they look etc. is not enough) · The witness may have an ulterior motive · The piece of evidence cannot prove anything and / or comes from an unreliable source. Do justify why you have used certain pieces of evidence to come to your conclusion, and what made those pieces of reliable in your opinion. Positioning yourself: This section is key to this assignment. What does positioning yourself mean? To position yourself you must make a decision on what side of an argument you stand. This position should be justified by the evidence you present. This can seem daunting, but as long as you have analysed the information available, you must trust yourself in the evaluation you have made. Positioning is a key skill, and the sooner you start practicing the better you will become at it! |
| Language | This is a formal report, and must be written in formal English, using accurate punctuation, paragraphing and sentence structure.
The language used must be appropriate, with a varied and sophisticated vocabulary. |
| Structure | The report should take the following format:
1) State the facts of the case 2) Identify if you believe you are in possession of enough evidence to prosecute someone. If so, who is your main suspect (note: there does not need to be a main suspect) 3) Structure an argument detailing which sources / pieces of evidence support your position, and what sources do not. You must try to justify what sources do not support your position and why you have decided to disregard them. This section should take up most of your report 4) A brief conclusion summing up your evidence in a few sentences and giving your recommendation / advice on what action should be taken. |
