ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE___________________________________________________ Page 1 of 3 Subject Title Research Project Subject Code RES310 Lecturer / Tutor Luke Fay Trimester February 2017 Assessment Title Final Research project Learning Outcome/s (found in the Subject Outline) 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 Assessment type (group or individual) Individual Weighting % 70% Word count ± 4000 words Due day & date Week 11 Class submission N/A Submission type Paper copy ☐ Turnitin ☒ Format / Layout of Assessment (details of what to include) Essay format (with headings for the body) ICMS Cover Page Abstract Introduction Body with 3 to 4 headings (threads) Conclusion and Recommendations Reference List Appendices ☒ ☒ ☒ ☒ ☒ ☒ ☒ Assessment instructions You are required to complete your research paper, having edited and corrected your Week 7 draft. This assessment is the FINAL submission of the research project. You must include the following in your paper:  ICMS Cover Page  Abstract: (less than 200 words) o Background of the topic o Purpose statement o Threads / main points raised in the argument o Conclusion  Introduction: (about 15-20% of the word count) o Orientation / background of the topic o Outline threads / main points raised in the argument o Purpose statement o Scope / limitations o Gap/s in the literature o Methodologies used  Body: o 3 – 4 threads / main points as headings ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE___________________________________________________ Page 2 of 3 Grading Criteria Rubric: Student Name: Student ID: Key: E = Excellent; V = Very Good; S = Satisfactory; U = Unsatisfactory E V G S U Abstract: 5% Does it clearly define the main argument of the paper? Have the background, purpose statement, main points and conclusion been included? Introduction: 10% Is the opening engaging? Is there enough background information on the topic? Is the purpose statement well defined? Does the topic identify a gap in knowledge? Have the methodologies and limitations been clearly defined? Body: Depth of analysis of the topic 30% The argument should be academically rigorous, persuasive and thorough. Is the argument balanced, logical and well-reasoned? Is the writer’s own voice evident? Reliability, validity and relevance of the findings to date 30% Is the argument well backed up by research? Research should be of good quality, extensive and thorough. Is the primary research clear and relevant? Conclusion and Recommendations: 10% Is the argument followed up with appropriate implications? Are relevant recommendations given? Writing style: 5% Is the style formal and academic? Is it original? Is it fluid and easy to read? Correct spelling and grammar? Structure of the paper: 5% Is the correct layout (cover page, abstract, introduction, body, conclusion & recommendations, references, appendices) and suitable format been used? Has a copy of the primary questions been included? References: 5% Is the list and in text referencing properly referenced according to the APA method? Comments: Total Grade: HD D Cr P F  Conclusion & Recommendations: (about 15-20% of the word count) o Restate the purpose statement o Summarise the main points o Evaluative statements to sum up your final thoughts o Recommendations and/or predictions for your topic  Reference List (minimum of 15 sources & maximum of 25)  Appendices o Copy/ies of your primary research questions or questionnaire (not the answers) All essay structure rules apply, apart from the use of your headings. You should have a rigorous argument that is analytical, balanced, reasoned and logical. The writing style for the project is formal, academic writing. Use the third person, full sentences and fully developed paragraphs. Readings for the assessment On Moodle Grading Criteria / Rubric See bottom of page ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE___________________________________________________ Page 3 of 3