Assessment TypeAnnotated Bibliography

Assessment TypeAnnotated Bibliography

DescriptionA citation/reference of a source of information followed by a summary or analysis of the source, which for this assessment will be two academic journal articles. This assessment allows students to practice and gain preparatory competence in academic research, referencing and writing skills. Skills for this assessment will be modelled, coached, and explored in tutorials.

Weighting15%

Length400 words (+/- 10%) including words already on the answer template (53). Students should add no more than 387 of their own words in order for total word count to not exceed 440 words. Do not change, edit or remove any words on the template.

Course Learning Outcomes assessed

Ability in academic research, referencing and essay writing skills.

Ability to locate, organise and analyse legal information from a variety of sources including legislation and cases.

Font, Size and SpacingThe template is Arial font, size 12, with double spacing, this should be retained.

Due Date9pm Sunday 31st March, 2024

Submission MethodUpload completed Answer Template at bottom of this page. Do not submit a PDF file. The name of the file does not matter, Law in Australia, Assessment 1 or Assignment 1 is appropriate. Unlimited submissions are allowed, see below for more information. There is no need to put student name or number onto template, just fill in Answer Template boxes and submit. Please note that there are many steps to submission, and you need to see the Confetti, otherwise submission is not completed fully.

Assessment CriteriaSee Rubric below which provides a well-structured marking scheme with marks clearly allocated for each section. This rubric will be discussed in tutorials

Artificial Intelligence (AI)For this assessment the use of editing software such as Grammarly, Microsoft Word Editor and e-rater is allowable, and so is the use of Studiosity. Consultations with Learning Advisers/Librarians is also permitted. Other than these exceptions your submission should be entirely your own work, reflecting your understanding and analysis. Use of generative artificial intelligence, for example use of CoPilot or ChatGPT to summarise articles, will be considered academic misconduct and you may be subject to penalties.

Return MethodOnline

Referencing StyleAGLC4 Library guide at https://libguides.newcastle.edu.au/aglc

ExtensionsAs Assessment 1 is worth 15%, students are required to email the Course Coordinator, susie.wright@newcastle.edu.au directly to apply for an extension. Applications must include valid grounds, evidence as required and also the number of days extension requested. Students are required to read the Adverse Circumstances information before applying for an extension.

Feedback ProvidedOnline feedback will be available in Grades within 15 working days of submission. An email will be sent to students to notify them when Assessment 1 has been given feedback and marked.

EPHUMA147 Law in Australia

Assessment 1 2024

Answer template to submit

Journal Article 1 (below) is the Article considered in Tutorial Week 2.

1. Reference

Klingner, Donald E., The Rule of Law: Donald E. Klingner (2021) 23(1) Public Integrity 103

2. Describe

This article is authored by Donald E. Klingner, a Distinguished Professor at the University of Colorado.

The author argues that Donald Trumps actions and statements have raised concerns about the respect for democratic norms and institutions, which are essential for upholding The Rule of Law.

Trump demonstrates a lack of adherence to the law by disregarding fundamental democratic principles

which are crucial for a just and inclusive society where everyone has a voice and equal opportunities.

It is important for leaders to always be committed in following the law. To have a healthy democracy there needs to be accountability.

Evidence used is expert opinion.

The author uses background evidence collected from the mainstream media and information from news articles.

3. Evaluate

This article provides the use of news articles that may make the evidence less relevant and credible due to the lack of supporting primary sources and potential bias in research.

The author has not made any comment or declared any interest in funding, to nurture a healthy democracy, there needs to be accountability amongst the leaders of the world.

4. Link

This article links to the theme of reasons proposed for the current global Rule of Law recession as Donald Trump is a threat to many of the principles and all leaders of the world need to adhere to the foundations of the rule of law.

Journal Article 2 (below) is to be located by student (see Assessment 1 instructions)

1. Reference

2. Describe

3. Evaluate

4. Link