Final report on project

Student Name:

Project:

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Criteria

Comments to students

Marks

Project definition and scope

· Abstract: The abstract accurately yet concisely captures the project context/motivation, topic, methods and outcomes.

· Project Definition: Excellent, clear definition of a substantial and significant Project topic, problem and/or hypothesis (including statement of purpose and relevance) and scope (including context, boundaries and assumptions).

/5

Project Research

· Research Undertaken: Extensive, relevant and logically organised review, analysis, discussion of background material, both specific research and general theory, which helps the reader understand the rest of the document,

· Synthesis & Application: Demonstrates clear mastery of the material in the topic area and ability to synthesize and abstract knowledge.

/10

Approach, methodology

· Project Methodology: A clearly set out plan with goals and methods systematically and logically follows from the background research.

· Quality of the Approach: The approach highlights creativity and innovation and includes an evaluation of alternative approaches.

/10

Execution & results

Difficulty: Difficult project completed well

Methodology: Appropriate choice of methodology that has been applied to a high standard

Execution:

· The execution of work demonstrates good technical skills.

· All work shows great attention to detail and accuracy.

· The execution indicates a substantial work effort

Results: Data is complete and presented in an appropriate and original form.

Integration: Knowledge gained from background research is clearly applied.

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/30

Analysis of data and conclusions

Analysis: Analysis demonstrates excellent understanding of all elements of the research and a high level of independent thought.

Data Interpretation

· Information obtained from activities is interpreted correctly, patterns and trends are recognised where appropriate.

· Sources of error and limitations of activities are identified correctly.

· Clear description of the relationship between current findings and the reviewed literature

Critique: Critical analysis of results showing deep insight knowledge on the topic.

Conclusions: thoughtful, detailed and supported by the data.

Implications:

· Discussion of possible applications or implications of the findings.

· Specific thoughtful suggestions for future research.

/25

Lessons Learned

· Project outcomes clearly outlined

· Successes: Clear, articulate discussion on what worked well in the project

· Failures: Clear, articulate discussion on what DID NOT work well in the project

· Planned Improvements: Clear, thoughtful set of adaptations outlined to improve the issues identified in the project

· Reflection Quality: Lessons learned clearly demonstrates the learning that occurred in the project process

/10

Writing style: references; organisation, mechanics

Structure: Excellent logical structure

Mechanics: accurate, clear, concise and coherent presentation of ideas with no spelling, punctuation or grammar errors.

Formatting: guidelines observed accurately in physical layout with excellent attention to detail.

Referencing: - Appropriately acknowledges the work of others

- Referencing and citation style correct and consistent between the list and the text;

- Reference list completely concise without errors.

/10

TOTAL

/100