ASSESSMENT 1 PART A BRIEF

Assessment Task

Select 10 resources on a topic related to communication and write a 1500-word annotated bibliography summarizing the central theme and scope of the resources.

Please refer to the Instructions for details on how to complete this task.

Context

Creating an annotated bibliography calls for the application of succinct analytical and reflective skills, as well as informed online and library research. This assessment provides experience and understanding of information literacy and the analysis and synthesis of a range of resources involved in academic research and writing. In doing so, this assessment gives you an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in sourcing books, periodicals and other documents, as well as evaluating the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the materials.

Instructions

1. A topic related to communication will be given to you by your Learning Facilitator in Module 1.1. The selected topic will be posted in the Announcements section in Blackboard.

   This topic will form the basis for research for Assessment 1 Part A, Assessment 1 Part B, Assessment 2 and Assessment 3.

2. Apply your research skills to identify, select and analyse resources related to the topic. Locate resources (books, periodicals, white papers and other documents) that may contain useful information and ideas on the issue.
3. Briefly examine and review the resources and select 10 that represent a variety of perspectives on the topic.
4. Write an annotation of 150 words for each resource, summarizing its’ central theme and scope. The annotation should:
   • evaluate the authority or background of the author
   • comment on the intended audience
   • compare and contrast this work with another you have cited
   • explain how this work inform your topic
5. Please note that the issue and resources used in Assessment 1 Part A will also form the basis for Assessment 1 Part B.
6. When writing the annotated bibliography, you are required to:
   • Include a titlepage with student details (i.e. student name, ID number, subject code & name, assessment number and title).
   • Use at least 1 in-text citation per annotation.
   • Adhere to the word limit of 1500 words.
7. You are strongly advised to read the rubric, which is an evaluation guide with criteria for grading your assignment

Referencing

It is essential that you use appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research. Please see more information on referencing in the Academic Skills webpage.
 

Submission Instructions:

Submit the Annotated Bibliography via the Assignment link in the main navigation menu inMGT502: Business Communication.

The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.

Academic Integrity

All students are responsible for ensuring that all work submitted is their own and is appropriately referenced and academically written according to the Academic Writing Guide. Students also need to have read and be aware of Torrens University Australia Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure and subsequent penalties for academic misconduct. These are viewable online.

Students also must keep a copy of all submitted material and any assessment drafts.