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Use the quizzes on this page to test your knowledge of reflective writing. Academic reflection: Quick quiz Features of DIEP...
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Digital accessibility means creating content in a way that users of all abilities can engage with them. Let's discover some tips that will help make your assignments accessible for everyone. Why is accessibility important? Here are just some of the many reasons: Inclusion: Accessibility recognises that people experience the world...
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Do you have information such as raw data or graphs that you think are too long or distracting to put into the body of your assignment? Keep reading to find out how appendices could be used to solve this problem. An appendix is a section at the end of an...
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- Literature reviews
For some literature review assignments, you will be given a topic to explore. For others, you will need to find your own topic. Keep reading to find out how to select a topic to research that will help you meet the requirements of your assignment and how to gather the...
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While studying, you will use works written or created by others in your assignments, presentations and assessments. Many of those works will be protected by copyright law. Copyright is the legal right of the creator to determine if and how their works can be used by others, and this includes...
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The use of signalling and transition words (also referred to as signposting), helps you show your audience how the presentation is structured and how ideas relate to each other. Connecting the parts We can also create cohesion in our talks by linking the different sections together. One way that we...
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Part of the mark you receive for your presentation will be given for the way your information is delivered. For this, your marker will consider things like your voice, your body language and gestures, your slides and your engagement with the audience. Here are some tips for maximising your marks...
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- Group work
Getting off to a strong start is one of the keys to successful group work. This page will guide you through the initial stages of group assignments. Here’s a guide to help you through the initial stages: The first steps Initial meeting goals Introduce yourselves to each other. Discuss your...
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Dry data is often hard to digest. Infographics turn information into engaging visuals, capturing attention and improving communication. On this page, we'll cover key considerations for presenting your information effectively. Successful infographics: convey complex messages clearly and concisely contain visual elements that communicate a message use a minimum amount of...
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A key component of literature reviews is incorporating the information, ideas and theories of other scholars. To do this, we need to use paraphrasing, and to a lesser extent, quoting. On this page, you'll find examples of how information has been integrated into a literature review paragraph. Paraphrasing and quoting...
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Use this checklist to revise your literature review before you submit it. Topic Have you: selected an appropriate topic? Not too broad/narrow? Introduction Have you: given background to your subject area? clearly stated the topic? included a thesis statement? Body Do you paragraphs begin with a clear topic sentence? Have...
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Have you been asked to write a literature review for an assignment but you are not sure what you are required to do? The following pages will cover researching for your literature review, organising information, structuring your work and integrating information from other sources into your writing. On this page,...
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Literature reviews require students to collect, synthesise and interpret large amounts of information. This means that keeping organised from the start is very important. On this page, you will find practical tips for arranging the content for your review. A common problem that students run into when writing a literature...
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There are as many structures for a report as there are reasons for writing one. The differences between reports occur chiefly in the body. This page provides you with information about the different sections that can be found in a report and what information should be included in them. Reports...
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- Peer review in assignments
Providing peer feedback is an art that requires sensitivity and thoughtful explanations. Mastering this skill will enable you to give respectful and constructive feedback, which will enhance the learning experience for both you and your peers. Use the rubric The assignment rubric tells us what the person marking our work...
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This checklist is a great way to make sure you have included the necessary features in your report. Check that your report has the following features: Are all parts of your assignment task covered? In relevant sections? Have you used conventional report format and structure? Are there well-structured sections where...
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- Getting started with assignments
You've finished your assignment and now it's time to put on the finishing touches on. In this section, you'll find tips for editing your work, using tables and figures, and for including appendices in your assignments. You'll also learn about another important consideration: accessibility. Revising your work After you finish...
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- Critical thinking
A risk matrix is a matrix that is used during risk assessment to define the level of risk by considering the category of probability or likelihood against the category of consequence severity. This is a simple mechanism to increase the visibility of risks and assist management decision making. Select each...
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Rubrics are tools used to grade students' work by setting clear criteria and performance levels. They show the aspects that will be taken into consideration when the marker evaluates a student's work. The aim of a rubric is to provide explicit and clear communication of assignment expectations. Therefore, reading and...
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Reports from different areas and industries vary in their structure. This page features some examples of common report structures. The highlighted headings and subheadings show some of the differences between reports in different fields of practice or for different purposes....
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By organising your literature review effectively, you'll enhance comprehension and engagement, making your work stand out. Discover how to structure your review logically, ensuring that your arguments flow smoothly, making it easy for your readers to follow your analysis. There are different ways that your information can be organised in...
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Tables and figures are useful in your assignment writing because they can summarise data or complex information in a more readable way. However, you should only use them if they assist the reader in understanding. What's the difference between a table and a figure? There are different writing conventions for...
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Most presentations are accompanied by visuals in the form of slides. When well-designed, they can make a presentation come to life and complement what you say. When designed poorly, they can confuse the audience. On this page, we unpack the elements that make visuals effective. Less is more Busy slides...
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A successful literature review does more than just represent the ideas of other authors. It also includes the voice of the person writing the review. Let's find out how we can do this. Highlighting gaps, strengths and limitations This shows your evaluation of the studies you have engaged with. This...
