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FC708 – Essay 2 Marking Checklist

TUTOR 1

TUTOR 2

Specific criteria being assessed

5

4

3

2

1

0

5

4

3

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Description & Explanation (40)

Relevant concepts and theories from International Relations are accurately employed, defined, and explained

Accurately describes and explains a variety of relevant political institutions, organisations, and/or processes

Accurately identifies and describes methodological approaches in relevant political scientific publications

Evidence

5 – Excellent evidence

4 – Very good evidence

3 – Good evidence

2 – Limited evidence

1 – Insufficient evidence

0 – No evidence

Argument & Critical Understanding (40)

Demonstrates understanding of relevant disciplinary problematics by literatures and theoretical positions by providing a well- focused answer that clearly and logically addresses the chosen question

Critically evaluates and compares relevant International Relations concepts and theories;

Where appropriate, applies IR concepts and theories to relevant cases drawn from contemporary global politics.

Research and Referencing (10)

Makes use of a variety of appropriate and relevant sources

Demonstrates an awareness of the academic literature(s) relevant to the question

Precisely identifies the sources of information using the recommended system of citation and referencing

Presentation (10)

· Essay is well-presented and well-formatted

· Expression is clear and register/tone is appropriate

TOTAL MARKS

Weightings Calculation: (DE x 8) + (ACE x 8) + (RR x 2) + (P x 2) = Total

Maximum Marks: 20

T1 Actual Marks:

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T2 Actual Marks:

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Comment:

Agreed Final Mark:

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Marking key:

5 – Excellent evidence: As comprehensive as could be expected

4 – Very good evidence: A thorough attempt to represent this aspect with only a few minor errors, omissions and/or missed opportunities

3 – Good evidence: A good attempt to represent this aspect with all main aspects covered but noticeable errors, omissions and/or missed opportunities

2 – Limited and/or inconsistent evidence: This aspect is represented reasonably well at times but numerous errors, omissions and/or missed opportunities exist throughout

1 – Insufficient evidence: The attempt to represent this aspect is inappropriate or too weak to convey anything very meaningful and/or academic

0 – No evidence: No attempt to represent this aspect

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