Criterion
Grade
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Knowledge of relevant materials and evidence of reading
(25)
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Presentation and structure
(20)
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Argument and response to question
(20)
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Understanding of issues/Application
(25)
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Referencing
and conforming to instructions
(10)
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A+
1st
80-100%
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As for A along with demonstration of comprehensive understanding of the topic; brings in relevant material (perhaps national and international) beyond that covered in the module;
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As for A along with exceptionally clear and concise language in creating coherent arguments
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As for A along with the synthesis of a broad range of relevant material; clearly shows evidence of original thought
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As for A along with demonstration of strong critical evaluation of material
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As for A
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A
1st
70-79%
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Breadth and depth of reading and understanding of relevant arguments and issues; Perhaps
some areas covered in depth and awareness of provisional nature of knowledge. Uses appropriate terminology consistently.
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Clarity of argument and expression; Has defined objectives in detail and addressed them comprehensively; Analytical and clear conclusions well grounded in literature; Fluent writing style appropriate to type of assignment; Grammar and spelling accurate.
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Shows an ability to synthesise a range of material and addresses all parts of the assignment topic; Perhaps shows unique or imaginative insights.
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Depth of insight into theoretical issues and/or application to practice; Where appropriate, demonstrates an ability to apply ideas to new material or in a new context.
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Uses a standard referencing system correctly and consistently;
Work has been submitted within time boundaries and within prescribed parameters (e.g. word length).
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B
2:1
60-69%
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Draws on a range of sources; Perhaps
some areas covered in depth; Good knowledge of topic and use of appropriate terminology.
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Has defined objectives and addressed them through the work; Good summary of arguments based in theory/
Literature Language fluent;
Grammar and spelling accurate.
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Generally accurate and well-informed answer to the question that is reasonably comprehensive; Creates an argument that shows evidence of having reflected on the topic.
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Demonstrates the ability to work with theoretical
material effectively and/or shows evidence of application.
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Referencing is mainly accurate;
Work has been submitted within time boundaries and within prescribed parameters (e.g. word length).
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C
2:2
50-59%
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Uses a limited range of
source material;
Reasonable knowledge of topic and some use of appropriate terminology.
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Has outlined objectives and addressed them at the end of the work; Some evidence of conclusions grounded in theory/literature;
Language mainly fluent; Grammar and spelling mainly accurate.
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Addresses main issues of assignment topic without necessarily covering all aspects. Develops and communicates a basic logical argument with
some use of appropriate supporting examples and
evidence.
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Demonstrates the ability to address theoretical
material and/or shows evidence of application.
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Referencing is mainly accurate; Work has been submitted within time boundaries and within prescribed parameters (e.g. word length).
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D
Pass
40-49%
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Shows only sparse coverage of relevant material or contains some errors and omissions; Limited knowledge of topic but some use of appropriate terminology. Over-dependence on source material.
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Has provided generalised objectives and focused the work on the topic area; Limited evidence of conclusions supported by theory/literature; Meaning apparent but language not always fluent; Grammar and/or spelling contain errors.
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Shows some sign of understanding of the question set, though not necessarily sustained; Fails to support arguments with adequate evidence.
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Demonstrates a basic ability to address theoretical
material and/or shows limited evidence of application.
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Some attempt at referencing;
Deviates slightly from the required parameters.
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Fail
39% -
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Contains very little appropriate material or contains numerous errors and omissions;
Lacks evidence of knowledge relevant to the topic and/or significantly misuses terminology; Is plagiarised.
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No information provided regarding objectives of assignment; Unsubstantiated/invalid conclusions based on anecdote and generalisation only, or no conclusions at all; Meaning unclear and/or grammar and/or spelling contain frequent errors.
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Only briefly acknowledges the question if at all; Lacks any real argument or argument is illogical and incoherent.
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Demonstrates a lack of understanding of theoretical material and/or lacks application.
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Referencing is absent or
unsystematic;
Deviates significantly from the required parameters.
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Business assessment criteria grid (devised by Margaret Price and Chris Rust, Oxford Brookes University).
Redman, P. (2001) Good Essay Writing: A social sciences guide, London, Sage Publications.
WIT/NALA Literacy Development Centre marking scheme originally adapted from Open University Materials.
