Posted: February 10th, 2015
Paper, Order, or Assignment Requirements
Please, read these points carefully and accurately before start working on this academic paper.
• First of all, this assignment is 1500 words Academic paper + 150 words abstract. The total 1650 words.
• This assignment for postgraduate level (MSc Business and Management).
• The writer must be a British to understand the writing style and requirements in the UK universities.
• The writer must use at least 12 references from the learning resources list below, however he can add two, three or four other references if necessary.
• The writer should follow the Assessment Criteria for Academic Paper accurately.
The task description:
You are required to produce an Academic Paper of 1500 words (+/- 10%), which examines the concept of Reflective Practice and critically discusses its contribution to becoming a strategic learner. The abstract is not included in the word count, it should be at least 150 words.
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Assessment Criteria for Academic Paper ( please see uploaded files).
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Learning Resources and references ( please see uploaded files).
Academic paper
Please, read these points carefully and accurately before start working on this academic paper.
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You are required to produce an Academic Paper of 1500 words (+/- 10%), which examines the concept of Reflective Practice and critically discusses its contribution to becoming a strategic learner. The abstract is not included in the word count, it should be at least 150 words.
Assessment Criteria for Academic Paper
Criterion | Performance | Weighting |
Knowledge & Use of
Information |
Evidence of research into concept of reflective practice
and learning Uses citations and produces a reference list which follows Harvard convention Critical use of sources |
15 |
Application of Knowledge | Demonstrates an excellent grasp of the concept,
problems and issues relating to reflective practice Recognises the practical application in relation to the strategic learner Integrates theory and practice effectively |
25 |
Selection, Organization &
Interpretation of Material |
Material presented in Academic Paper format including
an abstract which reflects the key elements of the paper Writing style is appropriate to context Material is organized effectively to produce a highly coherent argument which flows logically Does not exceed word count +/- 10% |
30 |
Evaluation of Material | Effective analysis, synthesis and evaluation of material
Argument is well justified demonstrating sound judgment Conclusions follow logically from discussion |
30 |
100 |
AACSB: Assurance of Learning
PLO1: Apply critical thinking to the analysis of situations, draw appropriate conclusions and
make recommendations for action
Trait 1.1.1 Identify data appropriate to topic area
Trait 1.2.1 Application of concepts, theories or principles to the context
Trait 1.2.2 Conclusions drawn with consideration of contribution & impact
PLO2: Be Effective Communicators
Trait 2.1.1 Writing style is appropriate to audience
Trait 2.1.2 Structure logic and organization
Learning Resources
Essential Reading / Resources
Cottrell, S. (2013) The study skills handbook, 4th Edn, Palgrave
Davies, M. (2011) Study skills for international postgraduates, Palgrave
Gallagher, K. (2010) Skills development for business and management students, Oxford University Press
Bolton, G. (2010) Reflective Practice: writing and professional development, 3rd Edn, Sage
Cottrell, S. (2011) Critical thinking skills: developing effective analysis and argument, Palgrave Study Skills
Forsyth, P.B. & Connelly, J. (2010) The study skills guide: essential strategies for smart students. Palgrave MacMillan
Levin, P. (2007) Skillful time management, OU Press
Metcalfe, M. (2006) Reading critically at university, Sage
Smale, B. & Fowlie, J. (2009) How to succeed at university: an essential guide to academic skills and personal development, Sage Study Skills
Tarrant, P. (2013) Reflective Practice & professional development, Sage
Van Emden, J. & Becker, L. (2010) Presentation skills for students, 2 Edn, Palgrave Study Skills
Wallace, M. & Wray, A. (2001) Critical reading and writing for postgraduates, 2nd Edn, Sage Study Skills
Winstanley, D. (2005) Personal effectiveness: a guide to action, CIPD
Further Reading/ Resources
Becker, L.M. (2004) How to manage your postgraduate course, Palgrave Study Guide
Cameron, S. (2001) The MBA handbook: study skills for postgraduate
management study, 4th Edn, FT Prentice Hall
Craswell, G. (2005) Writing for academic success: a postgraduate guide, 2nd Edn, Sage
Crème, P. & Lea, M.R. (2008) Writing at university: a guide for students, 3rd Edn
Duarte, N. (2012) HBR Guide to persuasive presentations, Harvard Business Review Press
Jesson, J. Matheson, L & Lacey, F.M. (2011) Doing your literature review:
traditional and systematic techniques, Sage
McMillan, K. & Weyers, J. (2011) How to write essays and assignments, 2nd Edn, Smarter Study Skills
Moon, J.A. (2006) Learning journals: a handbook for reflective practice and professional development, Routledge
Pedler, M. Burgoyne, J. & Boydell, T. (2006) A managers guide to self-development 5th Edn,
Shephard, K. (2005) Presenting at conferences, seminars and meetings, ebook
Thompson, S. & Thompson, N. (2008) The critically reflective practitioner, Palgrave MacMillan
Wilkinson, D. (2005) The essential guide to postgraduate study, Sage
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