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Structure for Task 5 Extended Project Written Report:

You must choose a structure for your report which will best suit your Extended Project topic and the question(s) you are investigating.

As a minimum you should include the following:

1. Abstract / Summary (max 150 words)

2. Introduction (400 words)

3. Exploration of Sources through Description of key Issues/Discussion/Development/Analysis (please note: this part of your report should have more than one section. The way you structure this should be decided by you, with support from your tutor. Your structure will depend on the topic you have chosen and the ‘story you want to tell’ Secondary Research Review (2250 words)

4. Conclusion (250 words)

5. Reference list (not included in word count)

6. Appendices (e.g. any data sets you have used – not included in word count)

You can propose your own titles for sections and sub-sections within part 3.

Here is an example structure for the report on the following Extended Project topic:

‘Is manufacturing essential to economic growth in the UK?’

Abstract: A short summary of the main points of the report.

Introduction: A brief introduction to the problem of de-industrialisation.

Section 1 title: Reasons for Offshoring. A detailed look at migration of jobs to less-developed economies.

Section 2 title: The Problem. Explanation and analysis of drawbacks of offshore manufacturing.

Section 3 title: Research Analysis. Discussion and analysis of benefits of manufacturing at home.

Section 4 title: The Solution. Discussion of ‘re-shoring’ and ways of achieving it.

Conclusion: Restatement of main points focusing on how manufacturing helps achieve economic recovery and growth.

Reference List

Theory and/or task resources required for the assessment:

You must conduct secondary research for this assessment finding relevant sources independently. You must keep a record of the sources that you use to inform your written report.

Assessment reference style:

You should use Harvard or APA referencing for all assignments in GIC.

Expected word count:

· The final Written Report (Task 5) must be 3,000 words (+/-10%). If you write too much or too little, you may lose marks.

The following module outcomes are assessed in this task:

· Produce a proposal for an extended project, including aims, scope and a plan of work

· Find, select and use appropriate and reliable sources to inform research and accurately observe referencing conventions

· Present project outcomes effectively in writing and verbally, complying with academic convention for the genre and using appropriate linguistic register and subject-specific language

Your submission for the Written Report must meet the following requirements:

Use Arial or Calibri font, size 12

Use double-spaces between lines/1.5 and standard document margins

Include an appropriate header

Number all pages included in the assignment

Include a title page with the following information:

· Module Code (e.g. FC701C)

· Class/Group (e.g. Group A)

· Module Title (Extended Project)

· Assessment Type (e.g. Extended Project Summative Task 5 Written Report)

· Module Tutor Name

· Student Name

· Student ID Number

· Date of Submission

· Word count

Academic Misconduct

All work submitted to GIC must be written by you. If the level and sophistication of your language is considerably higher than other pieces of written work you have produced, it will be assumed that you were given unfair assistance and you will either be penalised for plagiarism or receive no credit for clarity of expression. If the Turnitin similarity score on your work indicates that you have copied work from another source without proper acknowledgement, you may be penalised for plagiarism or receive no credit for clarity of expression. For more information about academic misconduct, plagiarism and collusion, see the ‘Academic Misconduct Information for Students’ document on the College Services VLE page. Link: https://pathways.kaplaninternational.com/course/view.php?id=1940

Submission Guidelines:

Submit an electronic copy of your assignment to Turnitin by 11.59pm Sunday 5th April.

If you have any technical difficulties please email your assignment to gic.academicservices@kaplan with a screen shot of the error message you received, please include your full name, student number, module code, group number and class teacher’s full name in the email.

Alternative submissions will not be accepted after the deadline has passed. Prior to the deadline you may submit to Turnitin as many times as you wish’

Late Submission: Late submissions CANNOT be submitted to Turnitin, all late submissions MUST be emailed to Academic Services (gic.academicservices@kaplan.com) to be recorded as late and then uploaded. Please include your full name, student number, module code, group number/letter and class teacher’s full name in the email.  DO NOT email your class teacher; they are unable to accept late submissions.

Penalties for Work Submitted late:

Assessments submitted after the submission deadline may not be accepted.

Your Extended Project Written Report (task 5) grade will be calculated based on separate grades for each of these 6 aspects:

1. Identification of Topic and Rationale (20%)

Suitable choice of research topic for the report and appropriate to the scope of the project. Logical reasons for undertaking the project have been given, with suitable amount of context for the reader to form a judgement on the usefulness, scope and aims of the project.

2. Use of sources (20%)

A good range of relevant and appropriate sources selected for the project. Information/evidence from sources well analysed and evaluated, and successfully synthesised to support key points in the report. Key issues from sources identified and covered in appropriate depth and detail to inform and/or address research aims.

3. Critical Analysis of Research Topic (20%)

An effective, focused and reasoned argument/line of evaluation developed. Evidence of critical thinking to make logical and comprehensively justified conclusions; the research aim is successfully addressed.

4. Structure (20%)

All required elements of the task included. Coherent organisation of ideas with effective use of linking devices. Clear links to the project aim in all sections of the project. The abstract effectively summarises the main aims and conclusions of the project.

5. Support and Referencing (10%)

Citations used to support points wherever appropriate. Reference to sources sufficient and well managed (paraphrase, quotations, in-text citation and references). Graphics effectively embedded in the text and help support the main message.

6. Clarity and Presentation (10%)

Clear and appropriate communication is achieved through language, tone and register. Good use of topic-specific vocabulary, with definitions where necessary. Presentation guidelines have been followed throughout, as per Assessment Task Information.

This Project Presentation carries 40% of the final module mark. The Written Report carries 60% of the final module mark.

You will receive both a grade and feedback for these assessments. Feedback and grades will be accessible on turnitinuk.com. Please check your class for the post dates – this is the date and time your feedback will be available.

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