ESSAY MARKING GUIDE
Students should clearly outline the scope of the topic to be covered, and prepare a concise but informative summary of the topic. A balanced discussion of different viewpoints or controversies on the topic should be presented, and supported by appropriate references.
The allocation of marks for the research integrity essay is indicated below. For each criterion being assessed, place an X in the appropriate category, and an exact mark in the right-hand column. The marks for each criterion should be added up to give the total mark. Please provide comments in each section, as this will proved useful feedback to students. Your comments and marks will be de-identified before being sent to students. Confidential comments to the unit coordinator may be provided on the last page.
ASSESSOR NAME:
STUDENT NAME:
ESSAY TITLE:
| CRITERION | POOR
(0-3 marks) |
AVERAGE
(4-5 marks) |
SATISFACTORY
(6-7 marks) |
EXCELLENT
(8-10 marks) |
MARK |
| CRITERION 1:
Clear statement of the integrity topic and scope of discussion in this essay |
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/10 |
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| CRITERION 2:
Comprehensive overview of the background and relevance of the topic to research |
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/10 |
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| CRITERION 3:
Logical flow of argument, identification of any gaps in available knowledge |
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/10 |
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| CRITERION 4:
Critical review, evidence of independent and original thinking leading to clear conclusions |
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/10 |
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STUDENT NAME: ASSESSOR NAME:
| CRITERION | POOR
(0-1 mark) |
AVERAGE
(2-3 marks) |
SATISFACTORY
(4 marks) |
EXCELLENT
(5 marks) |
MARK | |
| CRITERION 5:
Structure, presentation and writing style Good structure with clear introduction and conclusion; logical flow; suitable writing style and presentation |
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/5 |
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| CRITERION 6:
Referencing and formatting Statements supported by appropriate references; formatting and style in recommended format |
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/5 |
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TOTAL MARK |
/50 |
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STUDENT NAME: ASSESSOR NAME:
CONFIDENTIAL COMMENTS TO UNIT COORDINATOR:
Assessor Name:
Signature:
Date:
