Research Methods Refer Assignment Two
Individual report 60%
Reflecting upon your experiences within the module and academic theory, critically evaluate the contribution of a literature review to a research project and discuss how qualitative and quantitative methodologies could impact upon research findings within that project.
Students are asked to submit a 2500 word essay that addresses this question and are expected to concentrate their answer on the data collection techniques experienced during the course of the module. You must make use of appropriate academic references and use the Harvard referencing system. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
Marking criteria
Understanding of the contribution of the literature review 25%
The contribution of qualitative and quantitative methodologies and consideration of their advantages and disadvantages in practice 40%
Appropriate use of academic theory 20%
Structure and writing skills 15%
Submission Requirements
This should be handed in at SHIP before 3:30pm on the date notified on Blackboard.
Research Methods
Marks < 39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
Understanding of the contribution of a literature review to the research process 25% No theory presented. No evidence of understanding Superficial understanding. Reasonable depth of understanding. Good depth of understanding. Excellent level of understanding.
Understanding of the contribution of the alternative research Methodologies
40%
Little understanding of the alternative methodologies
A descriptive account of the application of alternative research methodologies Understanding of the application of alternative methodologies plus evidence of reflection on the methods experienced in the module + Consideration of combining alternative strategies for triangulation
+ Critical reflection well integrated into the assignment
Appropriate use of Referencing
20% Demonstrates little attempt to use the Harvard referencing system.
References are inaccurate or unrelated to references in the text. Demonstrates a sound attempt to use the Harvard referencing system.
Demonstrates good use of the Harvard referencing system. Accurately referenced Accurately referenced drawing in on a wide variety of academic sources to demonstrate a good understanding of the subject area
Structure, presentation and writing skills
15%
English is confused and inappropriate with little evidence of a logical argument.
Many typographical errors.
English is understandable with evidence of a logical argument.
Minor typographical errors.
Good academic standard with evidence of a clearly reasoned argument.
Minor typographical errors.
Mainly correct use of grammar.
Generally of an appropriate academic and professional standard with evidence of a well reasoned argument.
No typographical errors. Correct use of grammar. Appropriate academic and professional standard with clear evidence of a well reasoned argument.
No typographical errors. Correct use of grammar.
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