IndividualReflectiveEssayAssessment.docx
Individual Reflective Essay Assessment
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Contributes:
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50%
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Length
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Maximum 800 +- 10% words
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Meets learning outcomes:
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LO1/LO2
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Meets Graduate Attributes:
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2. Critical Thinking
4b. Communication (Written)
5a. Independence
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Task:
You have had some experience working in groups in the Mikes Bike’s simulation in BUSMGT 711. You will now evaluate your experiences by writing a reflective essay in response to the question below:
Question:
Using your experiences within the Mike’s bikes simulation, outline how the experiences have helped you better understand effective teams and how they work. Use at least one group dynamic’s theory, for example, Tuckman (1965) and at least one reflective practice theory Gibbs (1988) to support your answer. You will be rewarded for using other relevant group dynamics discussion (for example: social loafing) to give more academic weight to you answer.
Format
· Use continuous prose (sentences and paragraphs)
· Use APA (7th Edition) referencing that includes both in-line referencing and a reference list at the end of your essay.
· Font: Times New Roman, 11 pt, Line Spacing: 1.5
Students are strongly encouraged to seek input from the Business Communication Team (BCT). You can submit a draft of your work to the BCT Canvas page, 48 hours prior to the submission date, in order to receive written feedback comments.
Please see below for rubric.
Rubric
Team Dynamics Reflection (MIke's Bikes)
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Team Dynamics Reflection (MIke's Bikes)
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Criteria
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Ratings
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Reflection
Depth of reflection, thinking and inquiry
(25%)
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Above Standard
Evidence of deep reflection on issues directly relevant to set topic and shows an ability to examine issues in a logical and systematic fashion. Insightful ideas on the application of the topic articulated clearly, showing strong engagement with the theory and practice of group dynamics theory and reflective practice theory.
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Acceptable Standard
Reflections are on the set topic and are examined systematically and in some depth. Good understanding of the application of the topic, showing thoughtful engagement with the theory and practice of group dynamics theory and reflective practice theory.
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Bare Pass
Reflections are mainly on the set topic and are somewhat examined. An emerging understanding of the application of the topic, showing some engagement with the theory and practice of group dynamics theory and reflective practice theory.
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Unacceptable / Fail
Reflections are expressed in a limited or superficial manner or do not relate clearly to the topic. Limited application of the topic is explored, showing no real engagement with the theory and practice of group dynamics theory and reflective practice theory.
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Integration
Integration of evidence and examples
(20%)
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Above Standard
Use of specific and convincing evidence from a range of good quality resources to support conclusions. Sophisticated critical engagement with sources demonstrated.
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Acceptable Standard
Use of relevant examples from good quality sources to support conclusions. Evidence of sound critical engagement with sources.
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Bare Pass
Some use of examples from own research to support most points. Evidence of some attempt to critically assess sources.
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Unacceptable / Fail
Use of incomplete or vaguely developed examples from poor quality sources to partially support conclusions. Sources used uncritically.
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Language
Communication and use of language
(35%)
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Above Standard
Professional language suited to the task is used consistently. All sentences are complete and grammatically correct. Assignment contains no noticeable spelling or punctuation errors. Skilful use of varied sentence structure. Ideas are expressed succinctly
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Acceptable Standard
Professional language suited to the task is used. Most sentences are complete and grammatically correct. Assignment contains very few spelling or punctuation errors Skilful use of varied sentence structure. Ideas are expressed well.
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Bare Pass
Language is mostly suited to the task. Some sentences are complete and grammatically correct. Assignment contains frequent spelling or punctuation errors Little use of varied sentence structure. Ideas through language use are not clearly articulated.
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Unacceptable / Fail
Language is not suited to the task. Few sentences are complete and grammatically correct with numerous spelling and punctuation errors. Erratic sentence structure. Language is confused and impedes comprehension.
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Referencing
APA referencing
(20%)
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Above Standard
All sources are correctly cited according to APA referencing protocol. Accurate reference list included at end following correct APA referencing protocol.
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Acceptable Standard
All sources are cited according to APA referencing protocol. Reference list included at end following correct APA referencing protocol.
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Bare Pass
All sources are cited but only partially following APA referencing protocol. Reference list included at end but only partially following APA referencing protocol.
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Unacceptable / Fail
None or only some sources cited. These only partially follow APA referencing protocol. No or only partial reference list included and this only partially following APA referencing protocol.
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