Module Guide
Contents
Module Title .............................................................................................................................................. 1 1. Key Information .................................................................................................................................... 2 2. Introduction to the Module .................................................................................................................... 2 3. Intended Learning Outcomes ............................................................................................................... 3 3.1 Employability skills delivered in this Module ........................................................................................ 4 4. Outline Delivery .................................................................................................................................... 5 4.1 Attendance Requirements .................................................................................................................. 8 5. Assessment .......................................................................................................................................... 8 5.1 Submitting via TurnitinUK GradeMark [Cambridge and Chelmsford students] ................................ 11 5.2 Submitting your work [Students in all other locations at Associate Colleges] .................................... 13 5.3 Marking Rubric and Feedback ......................................................................................................... 14 5.4 Re-Assessment (resit) ...................................................................................................................... 14 6. How is My Work Marked? ................................................................................................................... 14 7. Assessment Criteria and Marking Standards ...................................................................................... 17 7.1 Specific Assessment Criteria and Marking Rubric............................................................................. 17 7.2 University Generic Assessment Criteria ............................................................................................ 18 8. Assessment Offences......................................................................................................................... 21 9. Learning Resources ........................................................................................................................... 23 9.1. Library ............................................................................................................................................. 23 9.2. Other Resources ............................................................................................................................. 24 10. Module Evaluation ............................................................................................................................ 24 11. Report on Last Delivery of Module ....................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. Appendix 1: Re-Assessment Information ................................................................................................ 26
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1. Key Information
Module: Module Leader: Marketing Design and Innovation Michael Rice London School of Marketing LS Education Group Email: race5@btinternet.com Nelly Weerasinghe
Module Tutors:
Every module has a Module Definition Form (MDF) which is the officially validated record of the module. You can access the MDF for this module in three ways via: the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) the My.Anglia Module Catalogue at www.anglia.ac.uk/modulecatalogue Anglia Ruskins module search engine facility at www.anglia.ac.uk/modules
All modules delivered by Anglia Ruskin University at its main campuses in the UK and at Associate Colleges throughout the UK and overseas are governed by the Academic Regulations. You can view these at www.anglia.ac.uk/academicregs. A printed extract of the Academic Regulations, known as the Assessment Regulations, is available for every student from LS London office. In the unlikely event of any discrepancy between the Academic Regulations and any other publication, including this module guide, the Academic Regulations, as the definitive document, take precedence over all other publications and will be applied in all cases.
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Of prime importance throughout the course is the focus placed within the teaching schema upon providing candidates with highly business relevant skill sets and professional performance capabilities attributes that will bolster and enhance their employability.
Anglia Ruskin modules are taught on the basis of intended learning outcomes and that, on successful completion of the module, students will be expected to be able to demonstrate they have met those outcomes.
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SKILL
Communication (oral) Communication (written) Commercial Awareness Cultural sensitivity Customer focus Data Handling Decision making Enterprising Flexibility Initiative Interpersonal Skills Leadership/Management of others Networking Organisational adaptability Project Management Problem Solving and analytical skills Responsibility Team working Time Management Other
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4. Outline Delivery
Session 1 Lecture A closer look at customer needs and wants Student activity In order to fully benefit from the lessons, students are expected to read the recommended Lecture notes, Practical applications and Case studies, available in the IMSS. Reading references Trott P., (2005) Innovation Management and New rd Product Development (3 ed) FT Prentice Hall, Harlow Von Stamm B., (2003) Managing Innovation, Design and Creativity, John Wiley, Chichester Jordan P W, (latest edition), Designing pleasurable products: an introduction to the new human factors, Taylor & Francis, London Dussauge, P. and Garette, B. (latest edition) Cooperative Strategy: Competing successfully through strategic alliances. Chichester: Wiley Trott P., (2005) Innovation Management and New rd Product Development (3 ed) FT Prentice Hall, Harlow Von Stamm B., (2003) Managing Innovation, Design and Creativity, John Wiley, Chichester Dussauge, P. and Garette, B. (latest edition) Cooperative Strategy: Competing successfully through strategic alliances. Chichester : Wiley http://www.betterproductdesi gn.net/tools/ (2004-) (A current website that is related to product design). Trott P., (2005) Innovation Management and New rd Product Development (3 ed) FT Prentice Hall, Harlow Von Stamm B., (2003) Managing Innovation, Design and Creativity, John Wiley, Chichester Jordan P W, (latest edition), Designing pleasurable
In order to fully benefit from the lessons, students are expected to read the recommended Lecture notes, Practical applications and Case studies, available in the IMSS.
In order to fully benefit from the lessons, students are expected to read the recommended Lecture notes, Practical applications and Case studies, available in the IMSS.
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In order to fully benefit from the lessons, students are expected to read the recommended Lecture notes, Practical applications and Case studies, available in the IMSS.
In order to fully benefit from the lessons, students are expected to read the recommended Lecture notes, Practical applications and Case studies, available in the IMSS.
In order to fully benefit from the lessons, students are expected to read the recommended Lecture notes, Practical applications and Case studies, available in the IMSS.
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Module Guide London Dussauge, P. and Garette, B. (latest edition) Cooperative Strategy: Competing successfully through strategic alliances. Chichester : Wiley Bidault F., Despres C. and Butler, C. (latest edition) Leveraged Innovation: Unlocking the innovation potential of strategic supply. Basingstoke: Macmillan
The module will be contextualised depending on the need of the cohort. * Students must read the articles and other material given out during the module.
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5. Assessment
The Assessment for this module is an individual 2,250 word report (75%) and a 750 word reflective commentary (25%).
The module will be assessed by individual assignment. The assignment is given below. Context: You are required to select a contemporary consumer, industrial or commercial product or service that for one reason or another inspires you to critique within the context of this module. Explain why this choice has influenced you.
TASK 1: (75%) Carry out a written critique (2,250 words) of the way in which characteristics of the chosen innovative product or service has altered over time in order to suit the changing needs of the market by taking account of the following: The benefits and value derived by the clients or customers or recipients The uniqueness of its design elements shape, colour, design, imagination, relevance and usefulness Its brand appeal in relation to competitors in contemporary markets
Task 2: (25%)
Write a critical reflective essay (750 words) on your journey of discovery through the module, set within the context of the learning outcomes. In particular, describe how the course challenged your thinking, brought to you new and interesting ideas and concepts, or, presented approaches to the topic with which you may have disagreed.
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6. Assessment Criteria and Marking Standards You should demonstrate that you have shown the relevance of your arguments to the module learning outcomes: Combined design, innovation, management and organisation practice and theory Shown evidence of critical and reflective analysis Used a variety of management literature using the Harvard system
The following provides a guide to how the assignment should be structured: Introduction: Is there a clear introduction that the context of the situation that is to be analysed? Is there a clear statement of the problem/objective of the assignment?
Synthesis and use of literature: Have you used the literature to explore the topic and as evidence to support the points you make? Have you integrated the literature? You are expected to show your knowledge and understanding of the literature by using the literature to argue a case in support of your point of view. Be sure to use your own words to present ideas you have obtained from the literature and to cite your sources. The descriptive retelling of source material alone is insufficient.
Analysis: Have you moved beyond simple description? Have you drawn insights and conclusions which address the assignment purpose? Is there a review/reference made to relevant literature and its appropriate use? Is there critical evaluation? Are discussions and arguments coherent? Have you demonstrated skills in applying theory into practice? Analysis does not come by just describing things and listing the views of the various writers. Instead you must breakdown the various arguments. You must look for the strengths and weakness in each argument.
Conclusions: Are your conclusions logical in the context of your assignment? What are the main points to be made in your conclusion? Are your conclusions evidenced based and built upon rigorous analysis? What lessons can be learnt from the conclusions?
Literacy: Have you checked structure, spelling, punctuation, grammar, language and sentence and paragraph formation? Good paragraphs will contain transitional sentences which clearly state how you move from one theme to the next. One/few sentences do not normally make a paragraph.
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A final check: If someone was to read your assignment could they: Tell you what the question is you are attempting to answer? Explain what they saw as your major points and conclusions? Be persuaded by the evidence you present and the line of reasoning you offered to support your conclusions? 100% Note: You may find it useful to discuss your approach and framework with the module tutor before starting your assignment
Assessment breakdown Part 1 Type of assessment Draft Word or time limit Two page draft Submission method IMSS Submission dates 22 November 2013, between 5.00pm 11.00pm 13 December 2013 between5.00pm 11.00pm
th nd
Final submission
100%
Learning activity: Lectures Hours: 12 Learning outcome(s): 1-3 Detail: 1 hour lecture and 1 hour seminar each week Learning activity: Other Teacher Managed Learning Hours: 12 Learning outcome(s): 1-3 Detail: 1 hour lecture and 1 hour seminar each week Learning activity: Hours: Learning outcome(s): Detail: Other Student Managed Learning 126 1-3 126 hrs comprising directed work on a week-by-week basis outlined in the student
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module guide.
Assessment details
In order to pass this module, students are required to achieve an overall mark of 40%.In addition, students are required to: (a) achieve the qualifying mark for each element of fine grade assessment as specified below (b) pass any pass/fail elements. Assessment number: Code: Method: Details: Learning outcomes: 010 MOD001223 Coursework Assignment : 3,000 words (2,250 +750) 1-3
Percentage weighting: 100 Fine grade or pass/fail: Fine Grade Qualifying mark: 30
All coursework assignments and other forms of assessment must be submitted by the published deadline which is detailed above. It is your responsibility to know when work is due to be submitted ignorance of the deadline date will not be accepted as a reason for late or non-submission. Any late work will NOT be accepted and a mark of zero will be awarded for the assessment task in question. You are requested to keep a copy of your work.
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SID
ONLINE SUBMISSION AND FEEDBACK THROUGH GRADEMARK At the post date you will get your feedback through Turnitin/Grademark. We have implemented this online feedback system to give you the following benefits: More timely receipt of your feedback; Better quality feedback; The ability to hand in your work online; Reduction in time spent queuing to hand in and pick up your assignments; The ability to receive marker feedback when it is posted, regardless of your location; Reduction of both yours and the universitys carbon footprint by no longer printing work.
HOW TO VIEW YOUR FEEDBACK Click on the class that you wish to view and then you will see the assignments for the module listed. Click the blue view button to open up the document viewer. A new window will open and you will see your feedback on the right-hand side of the screen. Or click on the grey arrow to download a copy of your assignment and feedback.
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POINTS TO NOTE 1. The due date as seen in eVision is the official submission deadline. Any late work will NOT be accepted and a mark of zero will be awarded for the assessment task in question. Do not leave it until the last minute to submit your work the system becomes extremely busy and can be slower during the period of the deadline. 2. Grademark final submission classes will become available 10 working days before the final submission date. Be aware that work can only be submitted ONCE to these classes and cannot be removed or changed. 3. All work submitted MUST be entitled by your Student ID number. 4. Any work handed in via the iCentre will NOT be marked. 5. The Originality Report is automatically generated by Turnitin on submitting work. A paper copy of the originality report is not required. 6. The Originality Report will not be used to make assessment decisions unless concerns arise as to poor academic practice, plagiarism, or collusion. The report may then be considered as part of the normal investigatory procedures undertaken by the academic team and the Director of Studies (again, please see Section 10 of the Assessment Regulations). 7. Re-sits and extensions are also to be submitted via Turnitin. New Turnitin classes will be created for re-sits. 8. Full details as on submitting to Turnitin, the Originality Report, and a FAQs list, can be located on the module VLE. If you have experience submission difficulties, please email: LAIBS_Grademark_Support@anglia.ac.uk All coursework assignments and other forms of assessment must be submitted by the published deadline which is detailed above. It is your responsibility to know when work is due to be submitted ignorance of the deadline date will not be accepted as a reason for late or non-submission.
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Any late work will NOT be accepted and a mark of zero will be awarded for the assessment task in question. You are requested to keep a copy of your work.
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Internal moderation a sample of all work for each assessment task in each module is moderated by other Anglia Ruskin staff to check the standards and consistency of the marking External moderation a sample of student work for all modules is moderated by external examiners experienced academic staff from other universities (and sometimes practitioners who represent relevant professions) - who scrutinise your work and provide Anglia Ruskin academic staff with feedback, advice and assurance that the marking of your work is comparable to that in other UK universities. Many of Anglia Ruskins staff act as external examiners at other universities. Departmental Assessment Panel (DAP) performance by all students on all modules is discussed and approved at the appropriate DAPs which are attended by all relevant Module Leaders and external examiners. Anglia Ruskin has over 25 DAPs to cover all the different subjects we teach. This module falls within the remit of the Economics, International Business and Operations Management DAP. The following external examiners are appointed to this DAP and will oversee the assessment of this and other modules within the DAPs remit:
ECONOMICS, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT External Examiners Name Mr Colin Allen Dr Ozlem Bak Dr Kenny Crossan Dr Frans Somers Academic Institution University of Greenwich University of Brighton Napier University, Edinburgh None (practitioner) Position or Employer Senior Tutor Senior Lecturer Economics Lecturer Owner/Consultant SBC
The above list is correct at the time of publication. However, external examiners are appointed at various points throughout the year. An up-to-date list of external examiners is available to students and staff at www.anglia.ac.uk/eeinfo. Anglia Ruskins marking process is represented in the flowchart below:
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Work is marked by Module Leader and Module Tutor(s)1. All marks collated by Module Leader for ALL locations2
Any issues?
YES
NO Students receive initial (unconfirmed) feedback Unconfirmed marks and feedback to students within 20 working days (30 working days for Major Projects)
Any issues? NO Marks submitted to DAP5 for consideration and approval Confirmed marks issued to students via e-Vision Marks Approved by DAP5 and forwarded to Awards Board
YES
1 2
All work is marked anonymously or double marked where identity of the student is known (e.g.in a presentation) The internal (and external) moderation process compares work from all locations where the module is delivered (e.g.Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, Malaysia, India, Trinidad etc.) The sample for the internal moderation process comprises a minimum of eight pieces of work or 10% (whichever is the greater) for each marker and covers the full range of marks Only modules at levels 5, 6 and 7 are subject to external moderation (unless required for separate reasons). The sample for the external moderation process comprises a minimum of eight pieces of work or 10% (whichever is the greater) for the entire module and covers the full range of marks DAP: Departmental Assessment Panel Anglia Ruskin has over 25 different DAPs to reflect our subject coverage
DAP4 Stage
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Furthermore, the criteria used to assess the reflective essay are: The inclusion of course generated ideas, concepts and applications The provision of critical personal insights The degree of overall coherent reasoning The readability, style, presentation and structure 30% 25% 20% 25%
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MARKING RUBRIC
A++ = 90-100
A+ = 80-89%
A = 70-79%
B = 60-69%
C = 50-59%
D = 40-49%
F = 30-39%
F- = 20-29%
F = 10 -19%
F---- = 0-9%
Score
An exceptionally well structured report and essay that includes an introduction, very strong argument, counter-argument and conclusion. Highly focused on the topic and a critical approach is fully adopted.
An outstanding structure that is wellfocused and considered for both report and essay. It includes introduction, strong argument, counter-argument and conclusion. Highly focused and a critical approach is adopted.
An excellent structure that is clear and succinct. It includes an introduction, argument, counterargument and conclusion. Focused on the topic and a critical approach is largely adopted.
A very good structure includes an introduction, main body and conclusion. Strong evidence of an argument and counter-argument. Mainly focused on the key issues. A little descriptive in places.
The structure includes the main elements of an essay, including an introduction, main body and conclusion. However, some elements are rather brief. Descriptive in places.
There is some evidence of the required structure e.g. Introduction, main body and conclusion. Little evidence of an argument being formed. Mainly descriptive.
The structure does not follow a typical report and essay structure, several elements are missing. Too descriptive, with little or no evidence of analysis.
Little evidence of the required essay and report structure. Likely that the wrong format has been used Poor structure. A descriptive piece of work.
Inadequate evidence of a report and an essay structure, very poorly structured, reads like a narrative.
No evidence of a report or an essay structure. Does not focus on the topic, reads like a narrative.
Score Exceptional content and evidence of information base exploring, analysing and critiquing the chosen innovative product /service and relevant theory with extraordinary originality and autonomy in reflective writing. Work may be considered for publication within Anglia Ruskin University An outstanding content base analysing and developing a critique on the chosen innovative product /Service with the use of relevant theory. Outstanding use of personal insights and coherent reasoning in reflective writing. A wide range of case examples used. An excellent content base analysing the chosen innovative product /service and related theory. Excellent use of personal insights to reflective writing. An excellent range of case examples. A good knowledge base of the chosen innovative product /service and related theory that supports analysis and reflective writing. A good range of case examples. A satisfactory knowledge base of the chosen innovative product /service and theory that supports analysis and reflective writing. A satisfactory range of case examples. A basic knowledge base of the chosen innovative product /service with some evidence of theoretical content. Basic level skills in reflective writing. A fair range of case examples. A limited knowledge of the chosen innovative product /service with little evidence of theoretical content. Limited reflective writing skills. A limited number of case examples. Little evidence of content relating to the chosen innovative product /service. Difficulty in understanding the subject and requirements of reflective writing. A dearth of case examples. Inadequate evidence of the chosen innovative product /service and related theory. Evidence of inadequate reflective writing skills. Little, if any case examples. No evidence of relevant content to chosen innovative product /service and related theory. No reflective writing evident answer is descriptive. No case examples.
Content (0.3)
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ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY GENERIC ASSESSMENT CRITERIA AND MARKING STANDARDS LEVEL 6
Level 6 is characterised by an expectation of students increasing autonomy in relation to their study and developing skill sets. St udents are expected to demonstrate problem solving skills, both theoretical and practical. This is supported by an understanding of appropriate theory; creativity of expression and thought based in individual judgement; and the ability to seek out, invoke, analyse and evaluate competing theories or methods of working in a critically constructive and open manner. Output is articulate, coherent and skilled in the appropriate medium, with some students producing original or innovative work in their specialism.
Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs) (Academic Regulations, Section 2) Mark Bands Outcome Knowledge & Understanding Intellectual (thinking), Practical, Affective and Transferable Skills
Exceptional management of learning resources, with a higher degree of autonomy/exploration that clearly exceeds the assessment brief. Exceptional structure/accurate expression. Demonstrates intellectual originality and imagination. Exceptional team/practical/professional skills. Work may be considered for publication within Anglia Ruskin University Outstanding management of learning resources, with a degree of autonomy/exploration that clearly exceeds the assessment brief. An exemplar of structured/accurate expression. Demonstrates intellectual originality and imagination. Outstanding team/practical/professional skills Excellent management of learning resources, with degree of autonomy/research that may exceed the assessment brief. Structured and creative expression. Very good academic/ intellectual skills and practical/team/professional/problemsolving skills Good management of learning resources, with consistent self-directed research. Structured and accurate expression. Good academic/intellectual skills and team/practical/ professional/problem solving skills Satisfactory management of learning resources. Some autonomy in research but inconsistent. Structured and mainly accurate expression. Acceptable level of academic/ intellectual skills going beyond description at times. Satisfactory team/practical/professional/problem-solving skills Basic use of learning resources with little autonomy. Some difficulties with academic/intellectual skills. Some difficulty with structure/accuracy in expression, but evidence of developing team/practical/professional/problem-solving skills
90-100%
Exceptional information base exploring and analysing the discipline, its theory and ethical issues with extraordinary originality and autonomy. Work may be considered for publication within Anglia Ruskin University
80-89%
Outstanding information base exploring and analysing the discipline, its theory and ethical issues with clear originality and autonomy
70-79%
Excellent knowledge base that supports analysis, evaluation and problem-solving in theory/practice/ethics of discipline with considerable originality
60-69%
Good knowledge base that supports analysis, evaluation and problem-solving in theory/ practice/ethics of discipline with some originality
50-59%
Satisfactory knowledge base that supports some analysis, evaluation and problem-solving in theory/practice/ethics of discipline
40-49%
Basic knowledge base with some omissions at the level of theoretical/ethical issues. Restricted ability to discuss theory and/or or solve problems in discipline
30-39%
A marginal fail in module outcome(s) related to GLO at this level. Possible compensation. Satisfies qualifying mark Fails to achieve module outcome(s) related to this GLO. Qualifying mark not satisfied. No compensation
Limited knowledge base. Limited understanding of discipline/ethical issues. Difficulty with theory and problem solving in discipline
Limited use of learning resources. Unable to work autonomously. Little input to teams. Weak academic/ intellectual skills. Still mainly descriptive. General difficulty with structure/accuracy in expression. Practical/professional/ problem-solving skills that are not yet secure
20-29%
Little evidence of knowledge base. Little evidence of understanding of discipline/ethical issues. Significant difficulty with theory and problem solving in discipline
Little evidence of use of learning resources. Unable to work autonomously. Little input to teams. Very weak academic/ intellectual skills. Work significantly descriptive. Significant difficulty with structure/accuracy in expression. Little evidence of practical/professional/problem-solving skills
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available Inadequate use of learning resources. Unable to work autonomously. Inadequate input to teams. Extremely weak academic/intellectual skills. Work significantly descriptive. Major difficulty with structure/accuracy in expression. Inadequate practical/professional/ problem-solving skills No evidence of use of learning resources. Completely unable to work autonomously. No evidence of input to teams. No evidence of academic/intellectual skills. Work wholly descriptive. Incoherent structure/accuracy and expression. No evidence of practical/professional/ problemsolving skills
10-19%
Inadequate knowledge base. Inadequate understanding of discipline/ethical issues. Major difficulty with theory and problem solving in discipline
1-9%
No evidence of knowledge base; no evidence of understanding of discipline/ethical issues. Total inability with theory and problem solving in discipline
0%
Awarded for: (i) non-submission; (ii) dangerous practice and; (iii) in situations where the student fails to address the assignment brief (eg: answers the wrong question) and/or related learning outcomes
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8. Assessment Offences
As an academic community, we recognise that the principles of truth, honesty and mutual respect are central to the pursuit of knowledge. Behaviour that undermines those principles weakens the community, both individually and collectively, and diminishes our values. We are committed to ensuring that every student and member of staff is made aware of the responsibilities s/he bears in maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and how those standards are protected. You are reminded that any work that you submit must be your own. When you are preparing your work for submission, it is important that you understand the various academic conventions that you are expected to follow in order to make sure that you do not leave yourself open to accusations of plagiarism (e.g. the correct use of referencing, citations, footnotes etc.) and that your work maintains its academic integrity.
Definitions of Assessment Offences Plagiarism Plagiarism is theft and occurs when you present someone elses work, words, images, ideas, opinions or discoveries, whether published or not, as your own. It is also when you take the artwork, images or computer-generated work of others, without properly acknowledging where this is from or you do this without their permission. You can commit plagiarism in examinations, but it is most likely to happen in coursework, assignments, portfolios, essays, dissertations and so on. Examples of plagiarism include: directly copying from written work, physical work, performances, recorded work or images, without saying where this is from; using information from the internet or electronic media (such as DVDs and CDs) which belongs to someone else, and presenting it as your own; rewording someone elses work, without referencing them; and handing in something for assessment which has been produced by another student or person.
It is important that you do not plagiarise intentionally or unintentionally because the work of others and their ideas are their own. There are benefits to producing original ideas in terms of awards, prizes, qualifications, reputation and so on. To use someone elses work, words, images, ideas or discoveries is a form of theft. Collusion Collusion is similar to plagiarism as it is an attempt to present anothers work as your own. In plagiarism the original owner of the work is not aware you are using it, in collusion two or more people may be involved in trying to produce one piece of work to benef it one individual, or plagiarising another persons work. Examples of collusion include: agreeing with others to cheat; getting someone else to produce part or all of your work; copying the work of another person (with their permission); submitting work from essay banks; paying someone to produce work for you; and
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Many parts of university life need students to work together. Working as a team, as directed by your tutor, and producing group work is not collusion. Collusion only happens if you produce joint work to benefit of one or more person and try to deceive another (for example the assessor). Cheating Cheating is when someone aims to get unfair advantage over others. Examples of cheating include: taking unauthorised material into the examination room; inventing results (including experiments, research, interviews and observations); handing your own previously graded work back in; getting an examination paper before it is released; behaving in a way that means other students perform poorly; pretending to be another student; and trying to bribe members of staff or examiners.
Help to Avoid Assessment Offences Most of our students are honest and want to avoid committing assessment offences. We have a variety of resources, advice and guidance available to help make sure you can develop good academic skills. We will make sure that we make available consistent statements about what we expect. You will be able to do tutorials on being honest in your work from the library and other support services and faculties, and you will be able to test your written work for plagiarism using TurnitinUK (a software package that detects plagiarism). You can get advice on how to use honestly the work of others in your own work from the library website (www.libweb.anglia.ac.uk/referencing/referencing.htm) and your lecturer and personal tutor. You will be able to use TurnitinUK, a special software package which is used to detect plagiarism. TurnitinUK will produce a report which clearly shows if passages in your work have been taken from somewhere else. You may talk about this with your personal tutor to see where you may need to improve your academic practice. We will not see these formative TurnitinUK reports as assessment offences. All students in Cambridge and Chelmsford are also expected to submit their final work through TurnitinUK as outlined above. If you are not sure whether the way you are working meets our requirements, you should talk to your personal tutor, module tutor or other member of academic staff. They will be able to help you and tell you about other resources which will help you develop your academic skills.
Procedures for assessment offences An assessment offence is the general term used to define cases where a student has tried to get unfair academic advantage in an assessment for himself or herself or another student. We will fully investigate all cases of suspected assessment offences. If we prove that you have committed an assessment offence, an appropriate penalty will be imposed which, for the most serious offences, includes expulsion from Anglia Ruskin. For full details of our assessment offences policy and procedures, see Section 10 of the Academic Regulations at: www.anglia.ac.uk/academicregs.
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Notes
We will draw heavily on these books. Students are advised to purchase a copy of either.
The bibliography is indicative in nature. Reading done before the class will help you to put things in context. You are advised to do so. The list is designed as a resource to help you find relevant material and point you in the right direction. I found these books useful. However, you will have to decide whether to read few books and articles in detail or to scan many books and articles for an overview of the subject. You will also find in the library and from your tutor other relevant references. After all in your professional life you will often have to synthesise large amount of material in a short report. You have to decide for yourself what is relevant to your needs from the material you can find.
Module Guide Organisational Dynamics Sloan Management Review Management Today Fortune
Specific journal articles Journal articles will be recommended during the sessions. Websites http://www.imc.co.uk (Institute of Business Consulting) http://www.cim.co.uk/home.aspx (Chartered Institute of Marketing) http://www.isp.org.uk/contacts/talk.html (Institute of Sales Promotion) http://www.asa.org.uk/asasp (Advertising Standards Authority) http://www.designcouncil.org.uk (British Design Council) http://www.ipo.gov.uk (Intellectual Property Office) http://www.betterproductdesign.net/tools/ (A website that is related to product design). Additional notes on this reading list
Link to the University Library catalogue and Digital Library http://libweb.anglia.ac.uk/ Link to Harvard Referencing guide http://libweb.anglia.ac.uk/referencing/harvard.htm
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In addition to the Module Evaluation process, you can send any comment on anything related to your experience at Anglia Ruskin to tellus@anglia.ac.uk at any time.
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THIS INFORMATION ONLY APPLIES TO STUDENTS WHO ARE UNSUCCESSFUL IN THEIR FIRST SUBMISSION DRAFT VERSION AWAITING EXTERNAL EXAMINER APPROVAL
Assessment will be confirmed before the re-assessment period
The re-assessment for this module consists of two parts: Part 010 011 Type of assessment Individual assignment Reflective essay Word or Submission dates time limit 2,250 Re sit period: TBA words 750 Re sit period: TBA words
Part 010 Assignment (plus individual essay) Mark 75% 25% Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,
5 6 7 8 9
TOTAL MARKS
100%
Note: It is possible that candidates may fail both or either of the set assessments: i.e., the individual assessment or the reflective essay. In all cases the re-assessment to be submitted will be based on either or both Task1 and Task 2 at 5.0 (Assessment) above.
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