Global Studies Extended Response (500words)

MUF0132 Global Studies Unit 2

Assessment 3

Extended written response

Part A: Global Cultures 500 words – Individual (10%)

Word limit 500 words (+/- 10%)

Due Date Week 6

Weighting 10%

Time In class and homework

You are required to write an extended response (500 words) on one (1) of these question

options:

Option 1: How are cultures changing because of globalisation? What are the

benefits but also the challenges of this change?

Option 2: What is the connection between globalisation and cultural hybridisation

and homogenisation?

Discuss one (1) of these question options.

Command Term Glossary Advice

Discuss: Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of arguments, or factors. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.

Instructions:

 In this task you will write a 500 word extended response with a reference list.

 Use examples from your own group presentation as well as presentations by other groups

 You can also use examples from what you have been learning about the globalisation of culture in class, and any additional research you wish to do.

 Use the TEEEL structure for your paragraphs.

 Reference any evidence using APA referencing conventions

Note: The reference list is not included in the word limit, although in-text citations are.

Part B – Human Rights 500 words – Individual (10%)

Word limit 500 words (+/- 10%)

Due Date Week 11

Weighting 10%

Time In class and homework

You are required to select ONE (1) of the Human Rights topics covered by another group

from your class (not the same as the one you covered in your group presentation) and

write an extended response (500 words) that responds to these three things:

1. Summarise the human rights issue from your chosen seminar and

explain how it is in breach of the principles of the UDHR.

2. Give one (1) strong example of how the international community (eg.

governments, OR NGOs, OR the UN and its agencies, OR the ICC) has

responded to the issue.

3. Critically evaluate the effectiveness of the response(s) and include

recommendations for further action/response.

Instructions:

 In this task you will write a 500 word extended response with a reference list.

 You must choose a topic that was presented by another group from your class, but it cannot be the same issue that you presented on.

 You can also use examples from what you have been learning about global concepts of Human Rights in class

 It is recommended that you primarily use the reference list provided to you in class during the student led seminars

 Use the TEEEL structure for your paragraphs.

 Reference any evidence using APA referencing conventions

Note: The reference list is not included in the word limit, although in-text citations are.

Extended response guidelines.

Title: Write the full question at the top of the page

Introduction

 A short overview of your response (hint: you may like to write this at the end).

Body

 Each body paragraph needs to have a main point, and give evidence to support this point. Two (2) short body paragraphs is suggested for a response of this length.

 You are encouraged to make use of the TEEEL structure that has been taught in English.

-Topic Sentence

-Explanation

-Example

-Explanation

-Linking Sentence

Conclusion

 Summarise each of your paragraphs in one sentence each.

 Give a final statement that answers the original question.

Referencing

Give the full details of the texts and sources referenced in your essay using APA formatting for both in text citations and the reference list at the end.

Each part of this task will be marked using the rubric below

*not demonstrated

Marking rubric Part 1: Content knowledge and structure

Very high - 5 High - 4 Medium - 3 Low - 2 Very low - 1 0*

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A strong and persuasive discussion that answers the question using

consistent and compelling analysis. Shows comprehensive

understanding of the issues and makes insightful observations about

how these issues relate to globalisation

A clear and well-constructed discussion that answers the question using reliable analysis. Shows high level understanding of the issues as

they relate to globalisation

A satisfactory discussion that answers the question using some

analysis. Shows adequate understanding of the issues with some connection to globalisation

mentioned

Some evidence of discussion and analysis but with high levels of in-

consistency. Shows minimal understanding of the issues and/or

globalisation

Student has not adequately responded to the question or included any analysis. Shows

almost no understanding of the issues or globalisation.

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Uses high quality, relevant and up to date evidence in each paragraph

from a range of credible sources to support main points

Uses good evidence from a range of sources to support main points

Provides adequate evidence from various sources to support points

Attempts to provide some evidence to support points but sources are

unclear

Limited evidence provided with an over reliance on one source

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Use of TEEEL structure throughout ensures clarity and fluency for the

reader. Response contains very high quality body paragraphs containing a strong and appropriate main point,

which responds to the question/topic. Response also has a written introduction and conclusion

that focus strongly on the question/topic.

Uses the TEEEL structure effectively to enhance meaning and readability.

Response contains good body paragraphs, each with a clear main point. Has a well-written introduction and conclusion that generally focus

on the question/topic.

Uses the TEEEL structure reasonably effectively. Response

contains sufficient body paragraphs with an identifiable main point. There is an attempt at an introduction and conclusion, that mostly focus on the

question/topic

Response uses paragraph structure inconsistently but still contains some

key points and evidence

Response contains some points and evidence without any clear

structure

Marking rubric Part 2: Academic and language skills

Very high – 2.5 High - 4 Medium - 3 Low - 2 Very low - 1 0*

C it

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g Use of in-text citations and APA

referencing style is faultless Use of in-text citations and APA

referencing style shows a high level of accuracy

Use of in-text citations and APA referencing style shows a

satisfactory level of accuracy

Use of in-text citations and APA referencing style shows an inconsistent to low level of accuracy

Students have attempted citations and referencing but have not observed APA style

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Spelling, grammar and English expression is of a very high

standard. A variety of complex sentence structures and vocabulary

support and enhance readers understandings

Spelling, grammar and English expression is correct. A variety of

sentence structures and vocabulary support meaning, with only minor

errors.

Spelling, grammar and English expression is satisfactory. Sentence

structures and vocabulary mostly support meaning, but greater drafting and editing

is recommended.

Spelling, grammar and English expression requires greater drafting and editing. Meaning is unclear in

places.

Spelling, grammar and English needs considerable development. Meaning is unclear for most of the

essay.