You are expected to incorporate relevant definitions, concepts, terminologies and examples.
The essay cannot merely be a descriptive piece of work; this is an academic essay and therefore there is an expectation that the work will be a balance of descriptive and analytical writing.
Writing essays offers you the opportunity for unique viewpoint, opinions and arguments. However, your arguments cannot be solely based on this, it is important that you substantiate your arguments with quality peer reviewed evidence and use up-to-date statistics, tables, data and images where relevant.
Features of a good essay:
· Content is relevant and focused on the topic, the marking criteria and the
overarching learning objectives of the course
· Follows a logical structure (using headings and subtitles)
· Statements of fact are substantiated by evidence; bibliography and content
represents undergraduate tertiary academic level ability in researching
published evidence (and grey literature) and critical appraisal.
· Strives for overall objectivity
· Rich in discussion and subject matter
· Conforms with the specifications of the essay – e.g. word count (2500 words), bibliography is referenced correctly (including the in-text numbering of citations)
You should pay careful attention to the layout, language, structure and professional presentation of your essay. You have freedom to structure your assignment as you wish, however, it must flow logically. It is important that you use relevant, up to date literature to report the current evidence and trends relating to clinical telehealth. Make sure you explain your ideas well and substantiate your arguments. It is expected that your submissions will be written using formal academic language. Please avoid casual and journalistic writing style. Arrange your ideas and arguments in a structured manner so that your message is delivered clearly and unambiguously.