Using Numeracy & ICT in Research LSME003
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LSME003
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RESIT ASSIGNMENT BRIEF
PROGRAMME |
BSc (Hons) Business Management |
MODULE CREDIT VALUE |
20 |
MODULE |
Using Numeracy & ICT in Research |
MODULE LEVEL |
Foundation Year |
MODULE |
LSME003 |
ACADEMIC YEAR |
2024/25 |
LECTURER |
Jean Serge Koffi |
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LEARNING |
On successful completion of this module students will be able to: 1- Explain the nature of research and the principles for conducting good research. 2- Select and use appropriate ICT when carrying out research 3- Identify and apply relevant numerical techniques for analysing data. 4- Demonstrate an understanding of how to interpret and present the results of research. |
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SUBMISSION |
Assignment: Essay & Project |
ISSUE DATE |
01/04/2024 |
SIGNATURE OF ASSESSOR |
Jean Serge Koffi |
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MODULE DESCRIPTION
Research is part of the process of developing an enquiring mind. Whether to deepen subject knowledge, write an assignment, or carry out a project, research is fundamental to studying in higher education. The module provides a foundation for the use of relevant numeracy and ICT skills in order to investigate, process, and interpret information in the course of conducting research.
ASSESSMENT TASKS
There is one assignment in 2 parts of 3000 words +/- 10% to be completed in this module:
- Part 1 LO1(Essay) 1000 words +/- 10%
- Part 2 LO2, LO3 and LO4(Project) 2000 words +/- 10%
Total Weighting: 100% Intended Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3 and 4
ASSIGNMENT
Part1: Essay
Explain the nature of research and examinethe principles for conducting good research.
[25 Marks]
Part2: Project
In this assignment, you are required to develop a relevant research topic/title and provide a brief literature
review on the topic. You should refer to GOV.UK, the Office for National Statistics (ONS), Statista, JSTOR,
PubMed, or any other reliable database to select your research data relevant to your subject area in Business, International Tourism and Hospitality, or Health and Social Care. The best research questions should also explore the impact of corporations on the creation of sustainable social, environmental, and economic value in the context of the UNPRME Principle 4. Therefore, the projects should incorporate the theme of sustainable social, environmental, and global economic value. Your research should demonstrate
the use of ICT skills such as searching and storing information, the use of appropriate ICT software and
tools, and awareness of information security and privacy. You should be able to search secondary data on the chosen problem using ICT searching skills. The data should be analysed using appropriate numerical and statistical techniques, such as quantitative variables, ratios, and percentages; frequency distribution, Mean, Mode, Median, and Standard Deviation (STD). You should be able to present your results or findings based on the data obtained and create or design your own tables, charts, graphs, and textual formscommunicated in an academic style and interpreted correctly.
Finally, based on your findings, you should make meaningful recommendations showing a full understanding of the chosen topic. Your report should provide a full Harvard reference of all the sources you use and a bibliography.
Marks will be broadly allotted as follows
Select and use appropriate ICT techniques to search for secondary data relevant to your topic
[25 Marks]
Identify and apply the relevant numerical techniques to analyse the data.
[25 Marks]
Present your results using text, tables, or figures you have personally developed. Interpret the
findings/results and provide a justifiable conclusion and recommendation based on your
understanding of the findings.
[25 Marks]
ASSIGNMENT 1: ESSAY INDICATIVE MARKING CRITERIA [Total: 100 Marks]
ESSAY |
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A* 80%+ High First |
An excellent answer will have the following attributes: Exceptionally factual and conceptual understanding of the nature of research Exceptional examination of the principles for conducting good research Excellent evaluation of ideas presenting coherent and persuasive arguments Excellent reading comprehension and academic writing skills Extensive reading of primary and secondary sources Exceptionally well-structured and well-presented report Correct use of the English language Full Referencing accurately in the correct Harvard Style |
A 70 - 79% First Class |
All components will have been submitted, and the remaining criteria will be as noted for the 80%+ marking band. However, in one or two areas students may not have demonstrated the skills as noted in band 80%+ |
B 60 - 69 % Upper Second |
A very good explanation of the nature of research A very good examination of the principles for conducting good research A very good evaluation of ideas presenting coherent and well-directed arguments A very good reading comprehension and academic writing A well-structured and coherent work Minor mistakes in the English language Full reference accurately in the Harvard style of referencing with some minor errors. There may be some minor mistakes in the presentation. |
C 50 - 59% Lower Second |
All components will have been submitted, and the remaining criteria will be as noted for the 60-69% marking band. However, there will be some gaps in knowledge and analysis. |
D 40 49% Third Class |
A basic and satisfactory explanation of the nature of research. A basic and limited examination of the principles for conducting good research. A satisfactory evaluation of ideas with a limited ability to develop coherent and well-directed arguments Satisfactory reading comprehension and academic writing The work will have some noticeable errors in the English Language References and citations may have some style errors. |
F 30 - 39% Fail |
The answer in this band of marks will have the following attributes: The work shows an insufficient level of the nature of research Examination of principles for conducting good research does not demonstrate a sufficient level of engagement with the subject matter. Inadequate evaluation of ideas to develop a well-directed argument. Minimal reading comprehension and academic writing Many mistakes in grammar or sentence construction. Underdeveloped academic style of writing The references list is not complete and not in the Harvard referencing style. |
F 0 29% Poor Fail |
Largely inaccurate or irrelevant material with little or no evidence of the nature of research Misinterpretation or irrelevant explanation for the principles of conducting a good research No or little evidence of correctly interpreting or evaluating the case. Structure very weak or lacking essential components. Many mistakes in grammar or sentence construction. Citations and bibliography are incorrect or missing. The work may be incomplete or too brief |
Part 2 INDICATIVE GRADING CRITERIA
PROJECT |
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A* 80%+ High First |
An excellent answer will have the following attributes:
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A 70 - 79% First Class |
All components will have been submitted, and the remaining criteria will be as noted for the 80%+ marking band. However, in one or two areas students may not have demonstrated the skills as noted in band 80%+ |
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B 60 - 69 % Upper Second |
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C 50 - 59% Lower Second |
All components will have been submitted, and the remaining criteria will be as noted for the 60-69% marking band. However, there will be some gaps in knowledge and analysis. |
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D 40 49% Third Class |
The answer in this band of marks will have the following attributes:
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F 30 - 39% Fail |
The answer in this band of marks will have the following attributes: The work shows an insufficient level of application of relevant numerical techniques and a limited analysis of the data. A minimal presentation and evaluation of results or information provided in the secondary data
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F 0 29% Poor Fail |
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COMPLETING THE TASKS
In order to complete this assignment, you will need to research different information sources such as textbooks, journals, articles, and the internet. You are also required to develop skills in the analysis of information. Analysis requires you to critically examine different aspects of a topic and identify relevant issues. Discussions with your peers and friends will also help you to understand the relevant data analysis and presentation techniques that can be applied to different perspectives of the collected data provided.
Please Note: Make use of information on assignment preparation and command verb usage in your Canvas.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Core Texts
Bell, J., Waters, S. (2018), Doing Your Research Project: A Guide for First-Time Researchers. London: Open International Publishing
CGP Books (2016). Functional Skills in ICT. Broughton-in-FuF1 10 (D)-pQ formation
REFERENCING YOUR WORK
References to relevant academic theory and research findings should be provided and cited appropriately using the Harvard system of referencing. The examples of this referencing style are as follows:
Source Type: Book
Pears, R. & Shields, G. (2016) Cite them right: the essential referencing guide. Palgrave study skills. 10th ed. Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.
Source Type: Journal Article
Petit, C. and Sieffermann, J. (2007) 'Testing consumer preferences for iced-coffee: Does the drinking environment have any influence?', Food Quality and Preference, 18(1), pp.161-172.
Author/s name and initials are listed first, followed by the year of publication in brackets. Then there is the title of the article and the journal where the article appears, which is in italics. Finally, state the volume and issue number (in brackets) along with the pages where the article can be located. Include at least two in-text citations and references in each assessment criterion. Further information on the Harvard System of referencing is on your Canvas.
Note: Do not use Wikipedia as a source of reference.
ACADEMIC MALPRACTICE
You are required to work on the tasks when preparing this assignment independently, and you are reminded of the need to avoid the risk (intentionally or unintentionally) of committing academic malpractice. In particular, presenting another learners work as yours or taking information from any sources without correctly acknowledging the source can constitute academic malpractice. You are expected to submit your work using the Turnitin software that is provided by the school. Please note that your work may be subject to penalties and/or cancellation if academic malpractice has taken place. The Turnitin similarity report can highlight where academic sources have not been referenced appropriately/effectively, and this could result in a concern being highlighted around possible plagiarism (one form of academic malpractice where sources have been used without proper acknowledgement).
Although it is not inappropriate to generate ideas for assignments, presenting an assignment generated solely by Artificial Intelligence (AI) is similar to contract cheating because the work submitted will not be your original work and the academic malpractice policy will apply.
Make sure you read over your work carefully and ensure that all sources of information have been acknowledged to avoid any untoward investigations that would result in a delay in your achievement of the module. Further information on academic malpractice (including plagiarism) and potential consequences are available in your student handbooks.
PRESENTATION
Present a document with a word count of 3000 words (+/- 10%), including 1000 words (+/- 10%) (Essay) and 2000 words (+/- 10%) (Project), excluding Harvard referencing, bibliography, images, diagrams, table, and appendices. The word count should be stated in the assignment cover sheet and please note you will be penalized for exceeding the word limit. Work must be submitted via Turnitin, word-processed in a suitable format of 12-point font, Arial/Time New Roman, 1.5-line spacing, the work must be justified and pages numbered.
SUBMISSION
When submitting your assignment, you must include:
- An Assignment Submission Sheet/ Assignment Front Cover
- Other documents required by your lecturer as evidence of achievement.
- All assignments should be submitted via Canvas.
Submission deadlines must be strictly observed. Therefore, disciplined time management is essential when producing this assignment. Failure to meet deadlines will be considered as a failure by non-submission. You will only have the opportunity for one resubmission of a different assignment. Refer to the Student Handbook for more information.
END OF ASSIGNMENT BRIEF
