MARKING RUBRIC Criteria/ Marks

MARKING RUBRIC Criteria/ Marks

High Distinction

(Exceeds expectations) 80+ Distinction:

(Above average). 70-79.9% Credit:

(Competent expected level) 60-69.9% Pass:

(Developing) 50-59.9% Not yet demonstrated:

(Does not meet requirements). <50% Significant need for remedial assistance

Q1 Article

APA 7th reference list entry

/5 Reference list entry is complete, appropriate, and accurate; insignificant errors Reference list entry is complete; may include a few minor errors. Reference list entry has some minor omissions. Reference list entry has a number of small errors, but still at pass/developing level Too many errors/ omissions. Little evidence of APA style *Almost no/ no evidence of APA style OR reference entry not provided

*Source other than peer-reviewed journal article chosen/ Journal article is inappropriate to assessment topic

Q2 Evaluation

Criteria & justification

/5

Evaluated effectively using correct model & all criteria with highly detailed & appropriate justification. Evaluated effectively using correct model & all criteria with detailed & appropriate justification. Evaluated using correct model & all criteria; addressed reasonably well with some justification but may lack some detail. Evaluated using correct model & all/most criteria in basic manner; provides basic but developing justification. Evaluation has too many elements missing/ Justification too basic or missing/ Off-topic writing. Small lack of writers voice. *Evaluation does not apply criteria/ No justification provided/ Off-topic writing. Little to no use of writers voice.

*Source other than peer-reviewed journal article chosen/ Journal article is inappropriate

Q2 Evaluation Research incorporation /5

Excellent incorporation of highly relevant research evidence in own voice Appropriate incorporation of relevant research evidence in own voice Incorporates research evidence in own voice at expected standard Somewhat lacking incorporation of research evidence in own voice, but some research in own voice still evident. Little incorporation of research evidence in own voice No incorporation of research or research evidence. Lack of writers voice

*Source other than peer-reviewed journal article chosen

Q3 Synthesis Common & contrasting ideas

/7 Exceeds expectations: Very effective analysis & synthesis of significant common & contrasting ideas from both sources. Above average: Effective & above average synthesis of significant common & contrasting ideas from both sources. Identifies & synthesises a number of important common ideas reasonably well. Some mention of contrasting ideas. Identifies & synthesises a few important common and/or contrasting ideas in basic detail. Very few important ideas synthesised/not effectively discussed/ Too much missing/ Too basic. Small lack of writers voice. Almost no/no important ideas synthesised. Very little/no evidence of common & contrasting ideas. Lack of writers voice.

Q3 Synthesis Research incorporation /5 Excellent incorporation of research evidence in own voice. Appropriate incorporation of research evidence in own voice. Incorporates mostly relevant research evidence in own voice reasonably well. Developing incorporation of some research evidence mostly in own voice. Little incorporation of research evidence in own voice.

Almost no/no incorporation of research evidence in own voice OR research lacks writers voice

Q3 Synthesis

APA 7th format

/3% Adherence to APA 7th format with no/insignificant errors Adherence to APA 7th format with minor errors A few errors in adherence to APA 7th format, but most of the important details present Basic attempt at referencing in APA 7th format; some errors but demonstrates development Too many errors/omissions in referencing OR little evidence of APA 7th format Almost no/no attempt at in-text referencing.

Q4a Essay planning

Thesis - Opening Statement

/3% Clear, very concise, on-topic opening statement; states side of argument assertively. Clear, concise, on-topic opening statement; states side of argument clearly. Clear, on-topic opening statement; states side of argument at expected level. Opening statement relates to topic; mentions side of argument but may lack clarity. Skills not yet demonstrated/ Too many elements missing. Skills not yet demonstrated/ Misses the mark/ Not argumentative style/ Lack of writers voice.

Q4a Essay planning Thesis - Main ideas

/7% 3 strong main ideas, written clearly and concisely, and highly relevant to topic and argument. 3 clearly written main ideas relevant to topic and argument. Mention of 3 main ideas; may be slight lack of clarity/overlap. 3 main ideas somewhat lacking in clarity, but still related to topic. May have only 2 main ideas outlined/ Main ideas may be unclear or not completely relevant to topic and position. Main ideas are not relevant/not provided/lack clarity/lack writers voice.

Q4b Essay Planning

Main Ideas /4 Strong, effective, well-explained main ideas. Sound, effective, well-explained main ideas. Mostly sound main ideas, reasonably explained. Main ideas basic but acceptable at developing level. Main ideas are unclear/not relevant to topic and position. Small lack of writers voice. Main ideas not provided/are not relevant to topic and position/are too weak/lack writers voice.

Question 4c Essay Planning

Subpoints /4

6 strong subpoints, clearly related to main idea/topic. 6 sound subpoints, clearly related to main idea/topic.

6 subpoints, related to main idea; a few subpoints may lack some detail. Subpoints may be basic/ Some overlapping of points/ May miss 1 or 2 subpoints, but still of pass standard. Subpoints need development.

May have small lack of writers voice.

Subpoints not provided or weak/lack clarity/not relevant/lack writers voice.

Q4d Essay Planning

Counter argument

/2 Counter argument presents a significant opposing idea. Counter argument presents a relevant opposing idea. Counter argument has opposing idea, but may lack detail. Counter argument has opposing idea but may be vague/basic. Counter argument needs development. May have small lack of writers voice. Counter argument not provided/too weak/doesnt oppose/lacks writers voice.

Q4d Essay PlanningRebuttal /2 Very effective rebuttal to the counter argument, clearly written, refutes effectively. Effective, above average rebuttal, well-written, refutes counter argument well. Rebuttal may need further explanation but refutes counter argument appropriately. Rebuttal is linked to the counter argument and refutes at basic level, but needs further development. Rebuttal does not refute the counter argument well enough, but is linked. Some lack of writer's voice. Rebuttal does not refute/is not provided/is too weak/doesnt oppose or is not linked to the counter argument/lacks writers voice.

Q4 Essay Planning Incorporation of research /6 Excellent incorporation of relevant research evidence in writers voice.

Appropriately incorporates relevant research evidence in writers voice. Incorporates some relevant research evidence in writers voice. Incorporates small amount of research evidence in writers voice. Unsatisfactory incorporation of research evidence in writers voice. Small lack of writers voice. No incorporation of research evidence/ Research provided lacks writers voice.

Question 4 Essay Planning

APA 7th format

/2 Adheres to APA 7th format with no/insignificant errors. Adheres to APA 7th format with a few minor errors. A few errors in APA 7th format/ Some minor details absent but still able to identify/locate source. Developing skills in APA 7th format/ A number of details absent, but enough understanding to pass. Significant errors/ Too many details missing in APA 7th format. No evidence of APA 7th style/ Too many errors/ No in-text references provided.

Question 5Essay Paragraph

/10 Excellent paragraph structure: includes on-topic & very well-written topic sentence, supporting points, concluding sentence with transition Above average paragraph structure: includes on-topic & well-written topic sentence, supporting points, concluding sentence with transition Paragraph structure at expected level: includes on-topic & well-written topic sentence, supporting points, concluding sentence (may have transition). Developing paragraph structure: includes mostly on-topic & satisfactory topic sentence, supporting points, concluding sentence. Unsatisfactory paragraph structure: too little content/ too many omissions; unsatisfactory writing/ lack of writers voice here and there. Paragraph not provided/ Too much missing/ Too weak/ Lack of writers voice.

Written Expression

Academic tone and writers voice

/8 Academic tone exceeds expectations; on-topic, logical and concise expression. Very clear writers voice. Above average level of academic tone; on-topic, logical and clear expression. Clear writers voice.

Expected level of academic tone; mostly on-topic and logical expression, mostly concise. Writers voice evident in most sections. Developing level of academic tone and written expression. Some sections may be off-topic or lack clarity and/or writers voice. May need work on concise writing style, but clearly passes. May have unsatisfactory/poor academic tone and expression/ Off-topic ideas and some lack of writers voice. No/almost no academic tone, poor expression/ Lack of writers voice.

Written Expression Grammar, spelling, structure

/7% Grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence & paragraph structure exceed expectations; insignificant errors.

Above average grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence & paragraph structure; insignificant errors.

Competent grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence & paragraph structure. Some sections may need editing. Mostly within word count. Satisfactory grammar, spelling and punctuation. Some answers slightly over/under word count.

Frequent errors in grammar/spelling/punctuation. A number of answers above or below word count. Lack of clarity in writing due to incorrect grammar/ Use of inappropriate or incorrect vocabulary. All/nearly all answers significantly above or below word count. Lack of writers voice.

Total: /85 Late penalty___

(5% for first 24 hours, 10% for each 24 hours thereafter) Mark after penalty:

/85 Final Mark:

/40

Assessment 2: Essay Planning and Rehearsal INSTRUCTIONS Sem2 2023

This assessment is designed to assist you in the following:

becoming familiar with Curtin library

learning how to research an essay topic and carry out an effective library searchlearning how to plan an argumentative academic essaylearning how to address a given topic and essay question.

All the above skills will prove to be invaluable in your future Curtin degree.Assessment 2 will also help you learn how to plan and write the essay for your Assessment 3.

Your Task

Search the library for appropriate journal articles on Nomophonia. Look for articles that help you answer the essay prompt question (see the prompt question below, and on Blackboard). Read the abstract of the article to see which side of the argument it supports, and whether it is appropriate for your purposes. (You will also need to read sections of the full article to gain a better idea of the argument). After doing the above, decide which side of the argument you prefer; you can argue either for or against the topic.

Assessment question: you will not write an argumentative essay for this assessment. However, you are learning how to address a particular given essay question, so that you know what to do when you write your final essay. For this assessment, you need to find an article that would help you answer the prompt question:

Argue for or against the idea that being out of contact with ones mobile phone can cause significant problems for an individual.

After looking at a selection of articles, choose one appropriate academic journal article about the essay topic Nomophobia that helps you address the above essay prompt question. In addition, you will use the article from Assessment 1 as your other source. You will use both articles in this assessment. Both articles must contain information to argue either for the above question or against the question, and be used to complete the essay planning template (see further details about the argument on Blackboard).

Do not use newspaper articles or blogs, or any other non-academic type of articleDo not use books or dissertations, as it is not possible for you to read the entire book/dissertation in order to answer the assessment questions.

You must search Curtin Library to find appropriate academic journal articles.

IMPORTANT: Your chosen journal article must be more than 4 pages long.

Complete the questions on the Assessment 2 Template.The assessment uses two articles - your chosen article selected from the Curtin Library, PLUS the article provided from Assessment 1. Read the questions carefully to ensure you use the correct article for the question.

Read the instructions for each task very carefully. Adhere to all given word counts.Please leave at least 4 lines below your answers, so that your tutor can insert their comments on the Turnitin page.

Answer all questions in the assessment Template.

Requirements

Do not use any quotes in your assessment at all.

The skills you need to complete this assessment are in the topic materials.

Use full sentence and paragraph structure (unless otherwise indicated), and write in formal, third person style with APA 7th referencing.

Complete all questions.

Adhere to all given word counts.

Submitting the assessment

Submit the completed Template in the Assessment 2 submission point on Blackboard. Ensure you fill in all required sections and answer all the questions. You should submit one document only, in Word format only.

Check you have uploaded the correct assessment, as you do not get a second chance. If you accidentally upload the wrong assessment or anything else, you risk being given zero.

You must download a receipt from Turnitin, otherwise you can assume the upload did not work.

Use the Plagiarism Checklist to ensure your work is correctly referenced. Avoid a plagiarism report!!

Please save your word document in the following format:

lastname_firstname_studentID_PWRP_A2_sem2_2023

Very Important:

You must use one article that you have found through your own research. You must also use the article provided in Assessment 1, and do not use articles on any topic other than Nomophobia.Good luck!

Assessment 2: Essay Planning and Rehearsal (40%)

Essay Topic: Nomophobia

Instructions for this Template

Enter your answers directly below each question.

Before attempting this assessment, look back on Assessment 1 and incorporate the feedback you tutors provided so that you can improve.

Write in full sentences unless otherwise directed. Full paragraph structure is expected where appropriate.

Leave at least 4 spaces after each answer (for your tutors feedback).

Before you begin the assessment, study the rubric (in the Assessment 1 folder) to see how you will be marked.

Use APA 7th referencing for all answers (unless otherwise instructed).

Use formal, academic style for all answers. Use your own words and writing style. Do not copy anything from other authors or any other sources.

No quotes are permitted.

Observe all rules for avoiding plagiarism.

Your chosen journal article must be more than 4 pages long.

IMPORTANT

Effective search termsBefore choosing your article for this assessment, you must work through all information in the links below so that your library search is effective. This material has been covered in class/Collaborate, and in the topic documents.

Study all the information in the following Library Tutorials before attempting this assessmenthttps://uniskills.library.curtin.edu.au/guides/using-the-catalogue/search/AND

https://uniskills.library.curtin.edu.au/assignment/finding-information/search-strategy/ReferencingUsing your chosen effective search terms, and find a selection of articles that address the prompt question. Now choose one journal article from the ProQuest database that would be the most appropriate choice to help you address the prompt question for this assessment. (See the prompt question in the Assessment 2 link and in the Instructions document).

Write the APA 7th reference list entry for your article.

Reference list entry:

EvaluationEvaluate your chosen article, using the evaluation model taught in PWRP this semester. You must use the given model. Remember to explain your answers clearly.

Word Count: 200 +/-10%.

Synthesis Writing

Synthesise your chosen article and the article from assessment 1, using synthesis techniques you have learned in this unit. Include APA 7th in-text referencing.(This question relies on you having read the 2 articles thoroughly, many times, so that you know the content very well).

Word count: 250 words +/- 10%

Essay Planning ChartBelow is your Essay Planning Chart. You will use this chart to plan an essay based on the 2 articles the assessment 1 article plus your chosen article for this assessment. Here are the instructions for filling in the Essay Planning Chart below:

Write your Thesis statement in the Introduction section in the given space (1).

Fill in your main ideas and supporting points in the given spaces.

Fill in your counter argument and rebuttal in the given spaces.

You do not need to write a conclusion.

Use APA 7th style referencing throughout.

Paraphrase all research evidence; do not use direct quotes at all.

1. Introduction

Write your THESIS STATEMENT here.Note: in this unit, you must place the thesis statement at the end of your Introduction:

2. Body Paragraphs

MAIN IDEAS- write one main idea that supports your thesis in each section belowDo not use direct quotes. SUPPORTING POINTS

- write 2 points that support each main idea in the spaces below (include evidence/in-text citation/s).

Do not use direct quotes.

Idea 1 (up to 40 words)

1a (up to 40 words):

1b (up to 40 words):

Idea 2 (up to 40 words)

2a (up to 40 words):

2b (up to 40 words):

Idea 3 (up to 40 words)

3a (up to 40 words):

3b (up to 40 words):

3. Counter argument/rebuttal 3. Counter argument(up to 50 words):

Rebuttal to counter argument(up to 50 words):

Conclusion (do not write a conclusion for this assessment. This just indicates your final essay will need a conclusion)

Paragraph writingUsing your Main Idea 1 from the chart above, develop the idea into a correctly formatted body paragraph that could form part of an argumentative essay. Use the techniques you have learned during semester.

Word count: 200 words +/- 10%