Academic Integrity: Importance, Implications, and Referencing Techniques

Learning Outcomes Assessed

Learning Outcomes Assessed:

LO1: Explain the importance of academic integrity in higher education

LO2: Explain the implications of academic misconduct

LO3: Present findings using appropriate referencing techniques

Assignment brief:

Write a report in two parts describing and discussing Academic Integrity. This should include:-

Section 1   

• An Introduction including a description of Academic Integrity
• A discussion of the importance of academic integrity in higher education
• Discuss the implications of academic misconduct  

Section 2  

• Reflect on the steps you have taken, and difficulties encountered in producing the game for Assignment 2.
• Reflect on the skills you have learned this academic year and those emphasized in producing your game.
• Write in a grammatically correct style and provide in text referencing throughout, including quotes, referenced according to the Harvard Referencing System.   
• Provide a correctly formatted Reference List.  

Note : Websites should not be used for citations and references.

Specific Assessment Criteria (See Page 3 for General Assessment Criteria)

First class: The report will be to a high standard. It will provide a comprehensive overview of internal and external factors which can impact upon an organisation with regard to people management. It will also make clear links to how these different factors impact upon the organisation and its employees and to the differentbusiness functions applicable in responding to these demands. Individual skill sets and qualifications will be discussed comprehensively against the context of the assignment brief.Referencing and research will be excellent and used effectively throughout to support your arguments.

Second class: The report will be to a good standard. It will provide a clear overview of internal and external factors which can impact upon an organisation with regard to people management. It will also discuss the impact such factors can have on the organisation and its employees and the different business functions applicable in responding to these demands. Individual skill sets and qualifications will be discussed effectively against the context of the assignment brief.Referencing and research will be of a good standard.

Third class:  The report will be to a satisfactory standard. It will provide an overview of internal and external factors which can impact upon an organisation with regard to people management. It will also discuss the business functions that could be used to respond to such demands. Individual skill sets and qualifications will be discussed against the context of the assignment brief.Referencing and research will be evident.

Fail: Students who do not meet the requirements of a third class grade will not successfully complete the assessment activity.

Additional Submission Instructions:

You are required to submit a soft copy via “Turn-it-in UK” on the module Moodle page.  The software will allow you to check your work against other material on the internet. It will also compare your work against other students work.

You will be able to upload drafts of your written work into turn-it-in as many times as you wish before the deadline.

You will not be able to overwrite the final submission after the deadline. You can only submit a single file.

Demonstrates a Comprehensive Knowledge Of Theory And Practice For This Level. Demonstrates Ability In The Manipulation And Transfer Of Subject Material To Demonstrate a Solid Understanding Of The Issues.

Makes Creative Use Of Appropriate Arguments And/Or Theoretical Models. Contains Some Distinctive Or Independent Thinking.

A Comprehensive Discussion Of The Material Resulting In Clear, Logical Conclusions.

Demonstrates a Sound Knowledge Of Theory And Practice For This Level.  

Manipulates And Transfers Some Material To Demonstrate a Clear Grasp Of The Themes, Questions And Issues.

Uses Appropriate Arguments Or Theoretical Models.

Clear And Valid Discussion Of The Material. Clear, Logical Conclusions.

Demonstrates An Adequate Knowledge Of Theory And Practice For This Level, With Evidence Of An Appreciation Of Its Significance. Provides a Partly Coherent Argument, But Lacking Clear Focus And Consistency In Places. Some Issues Lack Clarity, Or Theoretical Models Expressed In Simplistic Terms.

Demonstrates Limited Knowledge Of Theory And Practice For This Level, With Intermittent Evidence Of An Appreciation Of Its Significance.

A Basic Argument Is Evident But Lacks Clarity And Coherence.

Issues Are Only Vaguely Stated.

Conclusions Are Not Always Clear Or Logical.