HEA102 RESEARCH & EVIDENCE IN PRACTICE
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HEA102 RESEARCH & EVIDENCE IN PRACTICE
MODULE 3: CRITIQUE GRADING AND FEEDBACK 2020
| Criteria | Unsatisfactory 0 – 4.5 marks |
Good 5 – 7.5 marks |
Excellent 8 – 10 marks |
Mark |
| KEY FEATURES | ||||
| Outline of the: • authors, title, abstract • research problem, question and aim(s) • purpose/significance of study • literature review |
Does not demonstrate understanding of the importance of author(s) background, title, and abstract. An accurate presentation of the statement of research problem, question and/or aim(s), literature review and significance of study has not been provided. |
Some aspects of author(s) background, title, and abstract are provided in a summary. The statement of research problem, question and/or aim(s), literature review and significance of study have been provided. There are some gaps in the understanding of these areas, or these components are not covered in sufficient detail. |
A comprehensive and accurate summary of the author(s) background, title, and abstract of the study is provided. The statement of research problem, question and/or aim(s), literature review and significance of study have been provided. Sufficient detail is provided to explain these aspects. |
/20 |
| Appropriateness of the following to the study aim(s): • research design • recruitment strategy • data collection • ethical considerations |
Does not provide a summary of the methods of the study and if/why they are appropriate |
Some aspects of the study methods are provided (i.e., some aspects of recruitment strategy, data collection etc.) There are some gaps in the understanding of these areas, or these components are not covered in sufficient detail. |
A comprehensive and accurate summary of all of the study methods is provided. Each of the following aspects is accurately summarised in enough detail: the study design, sample, data collection methods and ethical consideration |
/20 |
| Elements influencing the robustness of the research: • relationship between researcher and participants • rigour of data analysis • clear statement of findings • conclusions/implications |
Exhibits fundamental misunderstanding of concepts/elements listed. Provides insufficient detail to determine understanding. |
Demonstrates basic understanding of concepts/elements listed. Critique is understandable, but not comprehensive. Critique contains some detail and demonstrates reasonable consistency in the flow of information. Overall, these components are not covered in sufficient detail. |
Demonstrates excellent understanding of concepts/elements listed. Critique is comprehensive. It contains clear detail of all elements required and demonstrates logical consistency in the flow of information. |
/20 |
| Value of research: • contribution of this study to existing knowledge/research • identify new areas where research is necessary • have researchers discussed whether or how the findings can be transferred to other populations |
Does not provide detail of the value of the study’s findings. Does not discuss possible new areas of research or if researchers have discussed extrapolation of findings. |
Some aspects of the value of the study’s findings are discussed, but there are some gaps in the understanding of these areas. There is some discussion about new areas of research. Overall, these components are not covered in sufficient detail. |
A comprehensive and accurate account of the value of the study’s findings. New areas/ideas of research clearly and accurately detailed. |
/10 |
| REFERENCING AND APA FORMATTING |
| Criteria | Unsatisfactory 0 – 4.5 marks |
Good 5 – 7.5 marks |
Excellent 8 – 10 marks |
Mark |
| Paraphrasing and effective summarizing of material from the chosen article, with minimal use of quotation. Demonstrated ability to correctly acknowledge the source/s using the APA 6th referencing system (both in-text and in the reference list). Essay is double-spaced, uses size 12 Times New Roman or Arial font. Reference list appears on a separate page to text, references show first line hanging. |
Substantial use of direct quotations. Heavy reliance on wording of selected article. Referencing is absent or unsystematic. Turnitin identifies significant level of similarity with published literature, with inadequate acknowledgement of the source of information. Students may be referred to their Academic Integrity Advisor in accordance with the University’s policy on plagiarism. A significant number of errors related to APA referencing are present. |
Paraphrasing / summarising is mostly effective, but with some reliance on original wording which affects the coherence and originality of the student’s writing. Some minor originality or citation issues identified with Turnitin. Referencing is mainly accurate, using APA 6th style, but with several inconsistencies, omissions or errors. A moderate number of errors related to APA referencing are present. |
Excellent integration of material from the selected article though effective paraphrasing and summarising. Minimal use of quotations which (when used) are appropriately integrated into the student’s writing. Presentation of in-text citations and reference list demonstrates very good understanding and application of APA 6th style. Either no errors or very minor errors related to APA referencing are present |
/10 |
| ACADEMIC WRITING AND PRESENTATION | ||||
| • Sentence structure • Grammar, punctuation, spelling • Clarity of expression • Word limits: Word limits include in-text referencing, but not the reference list at the end of the essay. |
Writing lacks clarity of expression, structure or purpose: • Sentences are poorly structured, with inappropriate vocabulary and frequent grammatical and punctuation errors. • Paragraphs do not assist in presenting a flow of ideas. • The written piece is poorly formatted with frequent spelling or proofreading errors. • The language used does little to convey meaning Writing style is focused on information without conveying a meaningful interpretation of the topic. The essay exceeds the word limit by more than 10% (over or under), and is therefore not succinctly written or well-planned in its construction. |
Written expression is clear, well-structured and understandable: • Sentences are mostly well structured, with good use of vocabulary, and contain few grammatical and punctuation errors. • Paragraphs are mostly well structured and assist in presenting a flow of ideas, despite some repetition. • The written piece is adequately formatted and contains few spelling or proofreading errors. • The purpose of the writing is identified and explained. The language used has meaning to both themselves and their intended audience. Writing style is suited to the purpose of the task and the intended audience. Writing conveys the intended meaning and required level of detail of knowledge. The essay exceeds the word limit by more than 10% but may be succinctly written in some areas of topic content, but not in others. |
Writing demonstrates clarity of intention, purpose, and approach to the topic Written expression is clear, fluent and well structured: • Sentences are well structured, with good use of vocabulary, with minimal or no grammatical and punctuation errors. • Paragraphs are structured to present a flow of ideas. • The written piece is well-formatted with minimal or no spelling or proofreading errors. • Language is used to convey a clear meaning to the intended audience. Writing style conveys a clear and meaningful interpretation of the task, based on confidence in knowledge and ability to clearly communicate complex concepts and ideas. The word limit is adhered to for each section of the essay requirements. The word count does not exceed 10% over the word limit. |
/20 |
| TOTAL SCORE /100 |
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