Assessment Task 2 CNA149 2017
CRITERIA NN PP C D HD
Clearly addresses the
main points of the
chosen question.
Develops a logical
argument, with a clear
introduction, body and
conclusion (30%).
No clear introduction, body or
conclusion.
Key points are absent or
identified/explained poorly.
Paper does not present a
logical argument that relates
to the question.
Adequate introduction and conclusion
with the key points of the topic briefly
identified.
Paper present some logical argument
that relates to the question, however
parts of the paper remain undeveloped.
Sound introduction of the topics,
clear introduction, body and
conclusion.
Some scope to provide further
clarity around key topics.
Accurate well-written introduction,
body and conclusion with key
points of the topic clearly
identified.
The paper is logical and balanced
with a clear discussion, with strong
evidence of planning.
Comprehensive introduction, body
and conclusion that flows well.
Demonstrates a sophisticated and
articulate explanation of the key
topics. The issues are presented
logically, coherently and with
significant insight.
Structure and written
expression is clear and
grammatically correct
(25%).
No clear structure including
introduction, body and
conclusion. The issues are
presented in an incoherent
way with very little adherence
to academic writing
conventions.
Multiple errors in punctuation,
sentence structure and
formatting (which significantly
impact on readability &
comprehension).
A basic structure of introduction, body
and conclusion is provided.
Most of the issues are presented in a
logical and coherent way.
Spelling, punctuation and grammar
conventions are applied inconsistently
and there are a number of errors.
Well-structured with clear
introduction, body and conclusion.
Discussion is generally expressed in
a clear and fluent manner.
Attempts to paraphrase and mainly
writes clearly and logically.
Spelling, punctuation and grammar
conventions are adhered to with a
number of errors.
Very well structured with good
introduction, body and conclusion.
Spelling, punctuation and grammar
conventions are adhered to with
minor errors.
Discussion is well structured and
flows logically in most parts.
Uses mostly appropriate
paraphrasing and summarising.
Demonstrates careful planning.
Skillfully structured with an
excellent introduction, body and
conclusion.
Communicated with a high level of
academic writing with strong
evidence of planning. Consistently
uses mostly appropriate
paraphrasing and summarising.
Essay is virtually free from
punctuation, spelling, and
grammatical error.
Evidence of in-depth
engagement with
appropriate academic
literature and other
resources, using a
minimum of 6
scholarly sources
(25%%).
Failed to provide credible
academic sources.
Uses few or no references to
support discussion.
Minimal evidence of
understanding of the Harvard
style.
Has used some academic literature to
support the paper.
Uses a small selection of sources to
support discussion, some of which are
not credible. Further academic sources
should have been utilised.
Minimal evidence of enhanced learning
evident.
Includes (and uses) some
appropriate and credible
references and demonstrates some
ability to be able to integrate these
into the essay in a contextually
accurate way.
Some enhanced learning evident.
Very good integration of
recent and relevant
literature that
demonstrates engagement
with the subject matter
and supports discussion.
Evidence of significantly
enhanced learning through
the literature.
Excellent evidence of wide reading
and integration of recent and
relevant literature throughout
discussion.
A sophisticated demonstration of
enhanced learning through the
literature.
Referenced using
Harvard style (in-text
and in reference list)
(20%).
Used incorrect referencing
style and/or made a large
number of referencing errors.
Some errors in the application of
Harvard referencing style.
Errors consistently in-text and in the
reference list.
Accurately referenced the majority
of sources using the Harvard style
both in-text and in the reference
list.
Provided a comprehensive
reference list and accurately
referenced most sources using the
Harvard style.
Accurately used the Harvard
referencing style for both in-text
citations and the reference list.
Essay is virtually free of referencing
error.