High distinction

85 - 100

Superior clarity in written presentation and expression with attention to detail in all aspects evident.

Persuasively articulates argument displaying clear focus & academic rigour. Respectful of diverse backgrounds & experiences.

Convincing synthesis of evidence, critical analysis and understanding of multiple perspectives to formulate a coherent argument.

Scholarly critique of academic literature. Generates, develops, uses and justifies own ideas or original concepts based on a wide range of academic sources.

Uses APA referencing style consistently and accurately in text of work and reference list. Effective use of relevant quotations and scholarly referencing at all times.

Critical assessment and analysis of the relationship between theory, research and practice. Possible insightful and/or original deployments of theory or theoretical concepts. Implications for personal and professional practice are carefully considered and explored. Work potentially worth dissemination and/or postgraduate study.

Distinction

75 - 84

Consistently strong and ongoing demonstration of very good organisational and conceptual skills. The work is well conceived, coherent and logical.

Thorough and comprehensive understanding of the content and/or discipline gathered from a wide range of current & relevant sources beyond the core materials.

Fluent and succinct communication style appropriate to the assessment task. Grammar, spelling, use of language and punctuation is appropriate and accurate.

Communicates effectively using a variety of relevant, imaginative, fluent and professional presentation styles and communication methods. Evidence of deep reflection on the presentation. Respectful of diverse backgrounds & experiences.

Considered use of evidence and consistently demonstrates application of critical analysis. Justifies relevant conclusions and their implications.

Scholarly critique of the literature using a variety of relevant sources to develop own ideas.

Uses APA referencing style consistently and accurately in text of work and reference list. Effective use of relevant quotations and scholarly referencing at all times.

Insightful critique or consideration of relationship between theory, research and practice. Personal/professional implications for practice considered.

Credit

65 - 74

Strong organizational & conceptual skills and evidence that the task is logical and coherent.

Considers topics and issues in the broader disciplinary context. Evidence of having read current and relevant sources beyond the core materials.

Communication is mainly clear, fluent and appropriate to document. Grammar, spelling, use of language and punctuation is accurate.

Uses a variety of discipline appropriate formats to communicate confidently & effectively. Evidence of reflection on the presentation. Demonstrates sensitivity to diverse backgrounds & experiences.

Credible argument making relevant use of evidence, analysis and understanding. Able to apply concepts and draw and justify conclusions.

Substantial critical appraisal of the relevant literature to develop own ideas.

Uses APA referencing style consistently and accurately in text of work and reference list. Effective use of relevant quotations.

Critical or evaluative discussion/thinking about links between theory, research and practice.

Pass

50 - 64

Demonstrates task organization and conceptual understanding in a style which is mostly logical and coherent.

Clear understanding of topic. Demonstrates understanding of materials presented in core texts and readings.

Communication is appropriate to the assessment task and is mostly fluent and clear. Grammar, spelling, use of language and punctuation mostly accurate.

Communicates competently in a variety of formats appropriate to the discipline and report procedures in a structured manner using relevant information. Evidence of sensitivity to diverse backgrounds & experiences.

Demonstrates some evidence of analytical and evaluative skills. Able to apply fundamental concepts and draw and justify conclusions.

Evidence of critical appraisal of literature, with a recognition of different perspectives.

Uses APA referencing style with minimal errors. Effective use of relevant quotations.

Beginning to develop critical reflection and analysis of practice through theory and
research. Relevant concepts etc applied in a generally appropriate and thoughtful way.

Adequate attendance and participation in forums that meets stated criteria.

Fail

0 - 49

Communication is unstructured and unfocused and/or in a format inappropriate to the discipline. Not all material is relevant and/or is difficult to understand. May be evidence of insensitivity to diverse backgrounds & experiences.

Little or no evidence of analytical and evaluative skills. Fails to draw on fundamental concepts and to justify conclusions.

Literature is presented uncritically and in a purely descriptive way.

Many errors or no use of APA conventions in referencing. Fails to meet University’s academic honesty policy.

Very little or no consideration of the relationships between theory, research and practice.

Inadequate attendance or participation in online forums that does not meet stated criteria.

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.