Reflective Essay by using Gibbs Reflective Cycle
Shane hog
09.11.20172.pptxStrategic Management & Responsible Leadership
Thursday 9th November 2017
Groups and Assessment
Groups
Adjustments made to some groups.
Essential to check blackboard.
Some imbalances to numbers and additional students to include.
No further changes accommodated.
End of discussion.
ECA – 50% - Group
10 minute presentation of a group exercise that will allow the group to understand a business problem or to develop a business idea. The presentation should be delivered in a media format chosen by the group. In addition to the presentation students will complete and submit documentation demonstrating engagement in the project.
| Criterion Please refer to the Generic University Assessment Marking Criteria and see below for the content specific criteria | Weighting % | Mark % |
| Professional presentation delivered within the given timeframe | 20 | |
| Clear and logical development of the presentation | 20 | |
| Connectivity between each element of the presentation | 20 | |
| Evidence (theoretical and market based) to support | 20 | |
| Evidence of team engagement | 20 | |
| 100 | 0 |
Professional presentation delivered within the given timeframe – 20%
Use of an appropriate media format;
Brief handouts to be provided;
Ensure you address the brief;
Clearly articulate the strategic ideas in appropriate detail;
Stick to time – you will receive a one minute warning and will be stopped at 10 minutes
Clear and logical development of the presentation – 20%
Clear introduction that outlines the structure of the presentation;
Evidence individual contributions, whilst not detracting from team aspect;
Ensure focus and balance e.g. do not spend too long on one slide at the expense of another;
Concise conclusions that draw a natural end to the presentation.
Connectivity between each element of the presentation – 20%
Seamless flow from start to finish
Perfect preparation prevents poor performance!
REHEARSE! REHEARSE! REHEARSE!
Evidence (theoretical and market based) to support – 20%
Appropriate application of relevant strategic management and leadership theories;
Evidence engagement with appropriate academic and professional literature;
Evidence of active engagement with the business/local community;
Evidence of team engagement – 20%
Last Year
While having notes to remind you are fine, you should not rely on these notes in your presentation. Practicing and learning your part of the presentation is ALWAYS preferable with notes to support. The panel remembered those individuals who engaged with the audience and had “learnt” their bit.
EYE CONTACT! Very important you positively engage with your audience.
Timing for some was an issue. In interview situations you are likely to be cut off once time has run out so practice to make sure you are in time.
While the panel commended those groups who took a more creative approach, there was consensus that some level of dialogue and engagement with the audience was essential.
You must not chat to one another while other members of your team are presenting.
It was noted how much effort you had made in terms of dress, it is important that you create the right impression by how you present yourself.
Last Year
Always check your slides etc. for spelling mistakes
Some slides were quite “busy”. Ensure the audience can read what they need to and “you” present the key points.
While Gill and I accept that the questions were difficult they were all linked to the presentations. Try to be more prepared for what you might get asked, ensure you know your stuff.
ALWAYS respond politely, confidently and directly when asked a question. It is okay not to know the answer but being respectful to the questioner is always important.
Use of evidence is crucial.
Groups who all engaged in some way were commended.
ICA 50% (Individual)
3,000 word (+/- 10-%) reflective essay - demonstration of your own learning over the course of the module and specifically as part of the team. Students will be expected to include in their reflective essay evidence of leadership and explore critically how this relates to the theory presented as part of the module. Challenges should be presented along with how the individual, or team overcame these challenges.
| Criterion Please refer to the Generic University Assessment Marking Criteria and see below for the content specific criteria | Weighting % | Mark % |
| Introduction and scope | 30 | |
| Critical discussion of the concepts introduced as part of the module | 30 | |
| Demonstration of an understanding of the module theory in relation to own learning | 30 | |
| Presentation and referencing | 10 | |
| 100 | 0 |
Introduction and scope – 30%
Articulation of the issue(s) addressed in the team;
Identification of theoretical lenses
Stress the balance of the critical and reflective aspects of the piece
Critical discussion of the concepts introduced as part of the module – 30%
Critiquing the academic materials provided in the module;
Think of this like a mini literature review;
Criticality is essential, so avoid merely describing things.
Demonstration of an understanding of the module theory in relation to own learning-30%
This is reflective writing;
Your voice is essential here;
In particular, use the conference as a tool to develop your reflective narrative;
How has your view of the world changed???
Presentation and referencing-10%
Front cover – Name, student number, module, date of submission, word count
Referencing – must be Harvard format – no excuse at this level for this to be wrong!
Each page – name, student number, page numbers
