Assessment 1 Report: Guided policy analysis PUBH6002
- Subject Code :
PUBH6002
- University :
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- Country :
Australia
ASSESSMENT 1 BRIEF |
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Subject Code and Title |
PUBH6002: Global and Environmental Health Issues |
Assessment |
Assessment 1 Report: Guided policy analysis |
Individual/Group |
Individual |
Length |
1200 words (+/- 10%) |
Learning Outcomes |
The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful completion of the task below include: a) Examine environmental factors from the local to the global levels that influence health and interpret the relevance to the health of populations. b) Interpret and analyse the impacts of globalisation on the social, economic, and political determinants of global and local health. c) Critically analyse ethical elements relevant to environmental health protections, policies, and industry practices, including identification of vulnerable groups d) Investigate the relationships between environmental risk factors and social, economic, and political determinants of illness and injury. |
Submission |
Due by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday end of Module 6 (Week 6). |
Weighting |
35% |
Total Marks |
100 marks |
Context
Equitable, effective, and evidence-based health policy is essential to population-based health management, environmental protection, and disease prevention. The ability to review and analyse policy options and comment on their efficacy and feasibility is a key skill within public health. By conducting a policy analysis, students will gain an understanding of the importance of policy development and implementation to minimize health burdens. Policy analysis also introduces skills of critical thinking, literature research, and analysis.
Task
After critically reviewing the policy provided by your lecturer, write a 1200 (10%) guided policy analysis report using the structur
Please refer to the Instructions for details on how to complete this task.
Instructions
Review the policy provided by your lecturer. Public health policies are evidence-based structured targets, aiming to provide practical strategies that governments can apply to regulate key structural factors that contribute to the burden of and risk factors associated with the disease that is targeted by the policy.
To review the policy, read the policy provided by your learning facilitator carefully.
Research the academic literature related to the policy and conduct a review guided by the following structure:
Note: Please use this Structure to develop your assessment 1 for week 6.
Assessment 1
(ADD the Title of your assignment)
Assessment 1: PUBH6002: Student name, Student ID
Note: Erase the instructions in BLUE. Keep the headings (bold). Add subheadings (optional).
Introduction/Background: From the information presented in week 4, considering any feedback or change requested by your learning facilitator:
- In the introduction, present the health issue(s) and risk factors before the implementation of the current policy.
- Explain the context and background of the policy being
- Outline the scope of the
(Approx. 150 words)
Policy analysis
- Discuss how the policy was
- Evaluate the rationale (significance) behind the policy's
- Assess whether the policy aligns with the populations current needs and
- Analyse who the relevant stakeholders are and what the impact of the policy is on
- Assess any challenges or barriers encountered during
- Assess to what extent the policy has met its aims and objectives based on outcomes
(Approx. 800 words)
Recommendations
- Provide 3 evidence-based recommendations to improve the policy's implementation and/or efficacy based on your policy analysis.
(Approx. 250 words) References
- Provide a list of all the sources cited in the
- Include at least 10 relevant academic references (e.g., research papers, government reports, international organisations). Follow a consistent referencing style using the current edition of the APA style.
Appendix (Not part of the word count)
- In this section, you can provide information that supports your policy analysis, such as any additional figure, graph, and/or table.
Evidence of research
- Include evidence from academic literature
Example:
Date |
Database |
Search terms, filters added and Boolean Operators |
Result |
Papers extracted |
12/03/2024 |
PUBMED |
((Social determinants of health) AND (climate change)) AND (Australia) Filters: Full text, from 2013 - 2024 |
64 full- text peer- reviewed articles |
(Patrick et al., 2023), DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/00048674221107872 |
Referencing
It is essential that you use appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research. Please see more information on referencing here https://library.torrens.edu.au/academicskills/apa/tool
Submission Instructions
Submit this task via the Assessment 1 link. Please save your Assessment and submit it as the title of your submission using the following naming convention: subj code_Module#_surname_first name initial_assessment title
E.g., PUBH6002_M2_Jones_S_Report
Academic Integrity Declaration
I declare that except where I have referenced, the work I am submitting for this assessment task is my own work. I have read and am aware of Torrens University Australia Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure viewable online at http://www.torrens.edu.au/policies-and-forms
I am aware that I need to keep a copy of all submitted material and their drafts, and I will do so accordingly
Assessment Rubric
Assessment Attributes |
Fail (Yet to achieve minimum standard) 0-49% |
Pass (Functional) 50-64% |
Credit (Proficient) 65-74% |
Distinction (Advanced) 75-84% |
High Distinction (Exceptional) 85-100% |
Grade Description |
Evidence of unsatisfactory achievement of one or more of the learning objectives of the subject, insufficient understanding of the subject content and/or unsatisfactory level of skill development. |
Evidence of satisfactory achievement of subject learning objectives, the development of relevant skills to a competent level, and adequate interpretation and critical analysis skills. |
Evidence of a good level of understanding, knowledge and skill development in relation to the content of the subject or work of a superior quality on the majority of the learning objectives of the subject. Demonstration of a high level of interpretation and critical analysis skills. |
Evidence of a high level of achievement of the learning objectives of the subject demonstrated in such areas as interpretation and critical analysis, logical argument, use of methodology and communication skills. |
Evidence of an exceptional level of achievement of learning objectives across the entire content of the course demonstrated in such areas as interpretation and critical analysis, logical argument, creativity, originality, use of methodology and communication skills. |
Provides an appropriate introduction to the the specific policy provided by the learning facilitator (10%) |
Limited or no introduction to the health issue(s), risk factors and determinants of health associated with the current policy.
There is no description of the global and environmental issues related to the specific policy.
The assessment reviewed the incorrect. |
A basic overview introduces the health issue(s), and the assessment mentions less than two risk factors and determinants of health associated with the current policy.
Evidence does not support a description of the significance of global or environmental issues related to specific policies. |
An acceptable overview introduces the health issue(s), and the assessment mentions two to three risk factors associated with determinants of health with the current policy.
A description of the global or environmental issues significance is related to the specific policy and supported by one to two sources of evidence. |
An appropriate overview introduces the health issue(s), and the assessment mentions three to four risk factors and determinants of health associated with the current policy.
A description of the global or environmental issues significance is related to the specific policy and supported by two to three sources of evidence. |
A proficient overview introduces the health issue(s), and the assessment mentions more than four risk factors and determinants of health associated with the current policy.
More than three sources of evidence support a description of the significance of global or environmental issues related to specific policies. |
Knowledge and understanding of policy foundation and developing process to target the impact of the issue targeted in the given population. Percentage for this criterion = 25% |
The report does not discuss the burden of disease associated with the issues targeted by the policy. It does not cover the legislative environment related to implementing the policy.
The report does not address the basis of policy foundation and development.
The report shows little/no evidence of |
The report shows a basic synthesis of the burden of disease associated with the issues targeted by the policy and the legislative environment before their implementation.
Demonstrates functional knowledge of the basis of policy foundation and development. However, it indicates only a limited understanding of the topic and develops the minimum aspects of the task. |
The report proficiently synthesises information on the burden of disease associated with the issue targeted by the policy and the legislative environment before implementation.
Demonstrates proficient knowledge of the bases of policy foundation, development, and the role of key stakeholders. Demonstrates proficient understanding of policy outcomes, strengths, |
The report shows an advanced synthesis of the introduction of key information on the burden of disease associated with the issue targeted by the policy and the legislative environment before implementation. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the bases of policy foundation, development, and the role of key stakeholders.
Demonstrates advanced |
The report demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and ability to summarise critical information on the burden of disease associated with the issue targeted by the policy and legislative environment before the implementation.
Demonstrates exceptional knowledge of the bases of policy foundation, development, and the role of key stakeholders. |
research or enquiry into the policy and the key stakeholders.
The assessment reviewed the incorrect policy. |
The report shows some basic knowledge of the role of key stakeholders. |
limitations, and implications. |
understanding of policy outcomes, strengths, limitations, and implications. |
Demonstrates exceptional understanding of policy outcomes, strengths, limitations, and implications. |
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Demonstrate analysis of the policy and its implementation in the specific context.
Percentage for this criterion = 30% |
Limited synthesis and analysis of key concepts of the objectives, challenges, and outcomes required to support the policy analysis and its implementation in the specific context. The assessment reviewed the incorrect policy. |
An acceptable analysis and synthesis of new knowledge by applying critical concepts, but with some mistakes in describing objectives, challenges, and outcomes required to support the policy analysis and its implementation in the specific context.
The assessment reviewed the incorrect policy, but it relates to the same global and environmental health issue. |
Well-developed analysis and synthesis of fundamental concepts of the objectives, challenges, and outcomes required to support the policy analysis and its implementation in the specific context. |
Thoroughly developed and creative analysis and synthesis of fundamental concepts of the objectives, challenges, and outcomes required to support the analysis of the policy and its implementation in the specific context. |
Highly sophisticated and creative analysis, synthesis of fundamental concepts of the objectives, challenges, and outcomes required to support the analysis of the policy and its implementation in the specific context. |
Critical analysis of the challenges and proposes recommendations for improving the policy. Percentage for this criterion = 25% |
Limited application/recommend ations that do not align with the outcomes of the policy analysis. The report has limited or no evidence-based rationale for the recommendations. |
The report shows acceptable recommendations that align somehow with the outcomes of the policy analysis. The report provides some evidence-based rationale for the recommendations. |
The report shows precise recommendations that align logically with the outcomes of the policy analysis. The report shows the evidence-based rationale for some recommendations. |
The report shows coherent recommendations that align logically with the outcomes of the policy analysis. The report provides a clear, evidence-based rationale for most recommendations. |
The report shows exceptional recommendations that align logically with the outcomes of the policy analysis. The report provides a comprehensive, evidence- based rationale for each recommendation. |
Academic standards and general criteria.
Percentage for this criterion = 5% |
It is poorly written with errors in spelling and grammar.
The academic literature research table is missing or inconsistent with the assessment. Less than 8 references included |
It is written according to the academic genre (e.g., with an introduction, body, conclusion, or recommendations) and has accurate spelling, grammar, sentence, and paragraph construction.
The academic literature research shows only one database search, which has some mistakes and is difficult to replicate. Between 8 and 10 references relevant to the topic are included. |
It is well-written and adheres to the academic genre (e.g., with an introduction, body, conclusion, or recommendations). The academic literature research shows two database searches with few mistakes and can be replicated easily. Between 10-12 references relevant to the topic are included. |
It is very well-written and adheres to the academic genre.
The academic literature research shows three database searches with few mistakes and can be replicated easily. Between 12 to 15 references relevant to the topic are included. |
Expertly written and adheres to the academic genre.
The academic literature research shows three or more database searches with no mistakes and can be replicated easily. More than 15 references relevant to the topic are included. |
Referencing Percentage for this criterion = 5% |
There are mistakes in using the APA style. |
There are minimal mistakes in using the APA style. |
There are no mistakes in using the APA style. |
There are no mistakes in using the APA style. |
There are no mistakes in using the APA Style. |
The following Subject Learning Outcomes are addressed in this assessment |
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SLO a) |
Examine environmental factors from the local to the global levels that influence health and interpret the relevance to the health of populations. |
SLO b) |
Interpret and analyse the impacts of globalisation on the social, economic, and political determinants of global and local health. |
SLO d) |
Investigate the relationships between environmental risk factors and social, economic, and political determinants of illness and injury |
SLO e) |
Critical analysis and application of actions to mitigate an environmental health issue. |
