Leading and Managing People/PMAN102/Marking Rubric

Marking Rubric

Use the rubric below to give yourself an idea of how well you have completed the assessment.

This is the same rubric that will be used to mark your assessment if you choose to be formally assessed.

Part A: Leading vs Managing Analysis (50%)

Criteria	C	B	A	Weighting
Purpose and objective(s)	The purpose and objective of the analysis are vague, and the analysis barely addresses the objective(s).	The purpose and objective of the analysis are clear, and the analysis addresses the objective(s).	The purpose and objective of the analysis are clear, and the analysis addresses the objective(s) in a focused and logical manner.
Links to content	The analysis only makes passing mention of the course content and theories discussed therein.	The analysis makes explicit mention of the course content and theories therein, but doesn't make clear links between their argument and the theory.	The analysis makes explicit mention of the course content and theories therein, and uses these theories and linkages to back up their argument throughout the whole analysis.
Definition of manager and leader	The analysis provides a vague definition of the two roles, manager and leader.	The analysis provides a clear definition of at least one of the two roles and/or of both, but with no sources to back up the definition.	The analysis provides a clear definition of both roles and uses sources to back up the definition.
Discussion	Discussion is purpose-oriented and organised but perhaps not to the best effect. The discussion provides some justification and explanation leading to conclusions, but is at times muddled and unclear.	Discussion is purpose-oriented and organised but perhaps not to the best effect. The discussion provides justification and explanation leading to conclusions, but this is not always clear to the reader.	Discussion is clearly purpose-oriented. It is organised in a considered, relevant manner, and leads the reader logically to the conclusions.
Formal structure and presentation	Some of the required elements of the analysis are missing. Little attention given to presentation.	All required elements of the analysis are present and completed to a satisfactory standard. Attention to the presentation is given, but may not be well-executed.	All required elements of the analysis are present and completed to a high standard. The document is professionally presented, using informative headings and figures/tables where appropriate.
Clarity and conciseness	Information at times muddled or irrelevant; misses important information.	Information reasonably clear; occasionally misses important information.	Information effectively and efficiently conveyed; highly focused; easily understood.
Technical writing skills	Lapses in spelling, punctuation, and grammar, which make it difficult for the reader to follow.	Occasional lapses in spelling, punctuation, and grammar, but not enough to seriously distract the reader.	No spelling errors, correct punctuation and grammar; uses paragraphs, complete sentences.
Vocabulary	Some appropriate vocabulary; tendency to be repetitive. Some correct word choice and discipline-specific terminology.	Generally appropriate vocabulary; not overly repetitive. Generally uses correct word choice and discipline-specific terminology.	Highly appropriate, well chosen, precise and varied vocabulary. Consistently uses correct word choice and discipline-specific terminology.
Referencing	Sources cited with sparse reference details.	Sources cited with enough detail to locate the source.	Sources cited with full reference details.

Part B: The happy workforce learning challenge (25%)

Ideal outcome	Exemplary (A)	Proficient (B)	Adequate (C)	Weighting
Argument pertains to the relationship between answering all the assessment questions and the learner's responses which are clearly stated, on topic and defensible.				50%
Application of readings and resources pertains to the learner using the provide course material in an appropriate and thoughtful manner.				40%
Bibliography properly references all sources used in the assessment.				10%

Part C: The happy workforce learning challenge (25%)

Ideal outcome	Exemplary (A)	Proficient (B)	Adequate (C)	Weighting
Argument/explanation pertains to relationship between answering all the assessment questions and the learner's responses which are clearly stated, on topic and defensible. This includes a clear explanation of the conflict they are discussing.				50%
Application of readings and resources pertains to the learner using the provided course material in an appropriate and thoughtful manner and applying them to analyze their conflict-resolution style.				40%
Bibliography properly references all sources used in the assessment.				10%