Assessment Task 1: Individual News Article Analysis (20%) Student Name: Student ID: CRITERIA Very Poor Poor Average Good Very Good Excellent Comments Content (40%) Demonstrated a detailed understanding of the article Identification and understanding of the “key” concepts/themes covered in the article as they relate to current national/international issues Application/Discussion of broader IM issues and their relationship to the article Cognitive skills (40%) Ability to link the article’s concepts, topics, theories and/or models as they apply International Management Demonstrated ability to apply independent critical thinking skills and analysis Demonstrated ability to relate the authors comments and relate them to relevant international management concepts and issues Provision of individual opinion, discussion and/or personal perspective with related examples from the article Structure and Style (20%) Appropriate Choice of a News Article (length, currency and relevance) Verifiable article attached Literacy standard (well written clear argument/discussion) Logical arrangement and presentation of material Follows suggested formatting Correct referencing using APA style including correct usage of Primary/Secondary Sources Appropriate use of references and Evidence of wider reading Comments: Graded by: Date: