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Critical Deconstruction of Literature

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Assignment 1 - Scaffolding

For this assignment, you are asked to analyse and de-construct four readings and to reconcile them to the four perspectives discussed in the lectures and in Hirsheim and Klein's (1989) paper. 

Please understand the mapping to your CLOs.

The first assignment takes you deeper into how you deconstruct scholarly literature. You have the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to critically analyse and organise information.

To do well in this assignment, you must demonstrate a good understanding of how knowledge is legitimised, i.e. how writers attempt to convince you of their ideas.

Step 1 - learn the four perspectives 

One of your required readings is: Hirschheim, R. and Klein, H. K. (1989). Four Paradigms of Information Systems Development. Communications of the ACM, 32(10), pp. 1199-1216.  Further, in Lecture Topic 1 four rationales behind Organisational Analysis were identified and discussed. Use these two resources to learn the four perspectives of analysis.

Step 2 - Using your understanding of the four perspectives, de-construct and classify four scholarly readings by critical analysis

  Do you need a reminder of the four paradigms?

Video Overview on Functionalism (20 minutes)

Video Overview on Social Relativism (20 minutes)

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Video Overview on Radical Structuralism (20 minutes)

Video Overview on Neohumanism (20 minutes)

 

Use this Assignment 1 Template . Remember, this assignment template shows you how to deal with a varied range of terminology and how you can organise and reconcile your understanding.

Students should achieve this assignment using 2000 words as a maximum.

The four readings you must read, analyse and de-construct are:

Reading Perspective

Howard, SK, Thompson K,  Yang, J  & Ma, J 2017, 'Working the system: Development of a system model of technology integration to inform learning task design', British Journal of Educational Technology, vol. 50, no. 1, pp. 326–341.

Which perspective or paradigm was this written and why did you draw this conclusion?

Almas A G, and Krumsvik R 2008, 'Teaching in Technology-Rich Classrooms: Is There a Gap between Teachers’ Intentions and ICT Practices?'Research in Comparative and International Education, vol. 3 no 2, pp. 103–121.

Which perspective or paradigm was this written and why did you draw this conclusion?

Haugsbakk, G & Nordkvelle Y 2007, 'The Rhetoric of ICT and the New Language of Learning: A Critical Analysis of the Use of ICT in the Curricular Field',  European Educational Research Journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 1–12.

Which perspective or paradigm was this written and why did you draw this conclusion?

Biesta, G 2005, 'Against learning. Reclaiming a language for education in an age of learning', Nordic Studies in Education, vol. 25, pp. 54–66.

Which perspective or paradigm was this written and why did you draw this conclusion?

 

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Organisational Analysis Individual (20 Points)

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Criteria Ratings Pts

2.0 pts

Analyse and responding to project requirements Embark & Clarify Respond to or initiate research Define the problem and specify Define purpose

2.0 to >1.58 Pts Advanced (HD) and Self Developing In addition to possessing the level of competence, the work shows evidence of highly original or insightful selection of information. The work demonstrates curiousity in approach to enquiry and critical analysis.

1.58 to >1.38 Pts Advanced (Dist) Respond to questions/t asks required by & implicit in a closed inquiry. Competence in choose from several provided structures to clarify questions, terms, requirements, expectations & ECST issues. Evidence of selection of information for relevance and appropriateness to the task.

1.38 to >1.18 Pts Competent (CR) Evidence of selection of information for the task but it is not always relevant or fully discussed. Has understood and addressed the task requirements. Able to work independently from highly structured directions and modelling from educator prompted researching,

1.18 to >0.98 Pts Satisfactory (PA) Adequate response to the task, but is limited in expression of ideas and selection of information. Shows some understanding of the task but may not have addressed all requirements. Demonstrates ability to improve after structured directions and modelling from educator prompted researching,

0.98 to >0 Pts Unsatisfactory (NN) Inadequate response to the task, and limited in expression of ideas and selection of information. Shows inadequate understanding of the task and may not have addressed all requirements. Unable to demonstrate ability to improve after structured directions and modelling from educator prompted researching, Neglecting to follow submission processes, neglecting to submit final report or to Turnitin.

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Criteria Ratings Pts

4.0 pts

Analyse context of problem and solutions Find and reflect Research

4.0 to >3.16 Pts Advanced (HD) and Self Developing In addition to possessing the level of competence, a wide variety of source types has been selected to critically improve the response to the task that demonstrates a critical awareness of research concentrations and contributions.

3.16 to >2.76 Pts Advanced (Dist) A wide variety of source types has been selected to critically improve the response to the task. Developed competence in collecting and recording appropriate research from self- selected sources where information is not obvious. Reflects insightfully on the research process. Illustrates clarity in the enquiry approach.

2.76 to >2.36 Pts Competent (CR) Locates and records data/information from more than the prescribed number of sources. A variety of source types has been selected to improve the response to the task. Demonstrates a satisfactory ability to collect and records appropriate research from self- selected sources. Satisfactory ability to reflect on the research process.

2.36 to >1.96 Pts Satisfactory (PA) Locates and records data/information from a prescribed number of sources across a specified range. Able to demonstrate satisfactory reflection on the research process.

1.96 to >0 Pts Unsatisfactory (NN) Fails to locate and record data/information from a prescribed number of sources across a specified range. Unable to demonstrate satisfactory original reflection on the research process, including neglecting to submit final report or to Turnitin.

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Criteria Ratings Pts

5.0 pts

Identify contextual and solution themes Generate and evaluate

5.0 to >3.95 Pts Advanced (HD) and Self Developing Demonstrate an ability to reflect insightfully to improve own processes used. Evidence of extremely solid, thorough, comprehensive written work. High level of academic integrity. Demonstrates the result of consistent hard work, use of sources and/or independent scholarship. Provides evidence of substantive self-determined criteria directly relevant to aims of the task).

3.95 to >3.45 Pts Advanced (Dist) Uses appropriate academic methodologies to search for and select a range of reliable and credible sources. Critically evaluates selected information/data according to specified criteria. Evidence of self- determined criteria directly relevant to aims of the task. Demonstrates a capacity to be discerning about the way in which information is presented

3.45 to >2.95 Pts Competent (CR) Uses mostly academic methodologies to search for and select a range of sources. Some evidence of self- determined criteria in addition to specified criteria.

2.95 to >2.45 Pts Satisfactory (PA) Some use of academic methodologies to search for sources. Credibility and reliability of selected material may be inconsistent. Evaluates selected information/data using specified criteria. Able to demonstrate satisfactory reflection on the research process.

2.45 to >0 Pts Unsatisfactory (NN) Inability to demonstrate use of academic methodologies to search for sources. Does not demonstrate satisfactory credibility nor reliability of selected material. Does not evaluates selected information/data using specified criteria. Unable to demonstrate satisfactory reflection on the research process, including neglecting to submit final report or to Turnitin.

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Criteria Ratings Pts

2.0 pts

Develop and organise research structure and content Organise and manage information.

2.0 to >1.58 Pts Advanced (HD) and Self Developing The work is clearly structured and convincingly supported by appropriate evidence, argument or illustration. The work demonstrates a process to development that follow a transparent pattern.

1.58 to >1.38 Pts Advanced (Dist) Structure and organisation used to enhance comprehension and conveys information coherently and logically. Alignment of the key idea with the topic and all main ideas outlined logically and clearly. Evidence of self- determination: negotiation, delegation, cooperation.

1.38 to >1.18 Pts Competent (CR) Structure and organisation appropriate to task requirements and information mostly integrated and relevant.

1.18 to >0.98 Pts Satisfactory (PA) Structure and organisation largely appropriate and information is coherent and integrated. Alignment of the key idea with the topic and main ideas generally outlined clearly.

0.98 to >0 Pts Unsatisfactory (NN) Inappropriate structure and organisation and information not always coherent nor integrated. Alignment of the key idea with the topic and main ideas not outlined clearly. Unable to follow final submission processes, including neglecting to submit final report or to Turnitin.

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Criteria Ratings Pts

5.0 pts

Make the case for the solution. Justification and identify advantages and disadvantages Analyse and synthesise Critical analysis and use of evidence

5.0 to >3.95 Pts Advanced (HD) and Self Developing Advanced ability to ask emergent, relevant & researchable questions. Material is deployed in a disciplined way and demonstrates a sophisticated comprehension of key issues of debate and is advanced in ability to critically review, analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical and technical body knowledge in a broad and creative way to a range of areas and diverse contexts.

3.95 to >3.45 Pts Advanced (Dist) Competent in interpreting several sources of information/ data & synthesise to integrate knowledge into standard formats. Demonstrates a high level of critical analysis and synthesis through the selection, interpretation and integration of multiple sources of information/data.

3.45 to >2.95 Pts Competent (CR) Demonstrates critical analysis and synthesis through the selection and integration of a range of information/data. Competent use of theory and generally credible evidence to support arguments and demonstrate individual understanding. Uses conceptual skills to express ideas and offer some perspectives.

2.95 to >2.45 Pts Satisfactory (PA) Attempts analysis and limited synthesis through the selection sources of information/data. Able to uses given theory and evidence to demonstrate individual understanding. Able to use some conceptual skills to express ideas and offer limited perspectives.

2.45 to >0 Pts Unsatisfactory (NN) Unsatisfactory attempts at analysis and limited synthesis through the selection sources of information/data. Unable to use given theory and evidence to demonstrate individual understanding. Unsatisfactory attempt to use some conceptual skills to express ideas and offer limited perspectives. Inability to demonstrate original justification of solution, including neglecting to submit final report or to Turnitin.

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Total points: 20.0

Criteria Ratings Pts

2.0 pts

Present the solution Communicate and apply Discipline specific language and genre Grammar and spelling. Provide feedback (ESCT). Respond to feedback (ESCT).

2.0 to >1.58 Pts Advanced (Dist) Student uses discipline specific language & prescribed genre to demonstrate understanding from a stated perspective & for a specified audience. Apply to several similar contexts the knowledge developed & specifies ECST issues. The work demonstrates a constructive approach to feedback.

1.58 to >1.38 Pts Advanced (HD) and Self Developing Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of key discipline- specific language and scholarly application. Students use prescribed genre to develop & demonstrate understanding to a pre-specified audience. Provide constructive and supportive discussions with peers and educator to account for ethical, social, cultural and team issues (ESCT).

1.38 to >1.18 Pts Competent (CR) Students communicate with each other and relate their understanding throughout set task. Use prescribed genre to develop and demonstrate understanding to a prescribed audience. Demonstrated knowledge of discipline-specific language evident, but not fully utilised to support scholarly discussion. Provide supportive feedback to peers and educator to account for ethical, social, cultural and team issues (ESCT).

1.18 to >0.98 Pts Satisfactory (PA) Mostly general vocabulary with ability to use discipline-specific and academic language although with an acceptable level of errors. Able to act as an active participant in learning: able to discuss, listen and perform satisfactorily. Satisfactory ability to provide feedback to peers and educator with attempts to account for ethical, social, cultural and team issues (ESCT).

0.98 to >0 Pts Unsatisfactory (NN) Mostly general vocabulary with an inability to use discipline-specific and academic language although with some errors. Unable to act as a team member: unsatisfactory attempts to discuss, listen and perform. Unable to act as an active learner with peers and educator, with unsatisfactory attempts to account for ethical, social, cultural and team issues (ESCT). Inability to demonstrate the originality of the solution, including neglecting to submit the final report to Turnitin.