55-708540 Research Skills for Computing Assessment Task 2 | SHU

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Working title

15 words

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Introduction and justification

150 words

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Research question, aims, objectives and deliverable

150 words

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Literature review

1000 words

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Research Design

1000 words

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Ethics, risks, and Issues

200 words

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Gantt Chart

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References (in full APA style)

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Appendix A: Completed Research Ethics Form

10

Other appendices

Articulation and rationale of research problem, degree of difficulty and relevance for own MSc Course.

10%

The problem has not been identified, is irrelevant, or lacks focus.

The research problem has not been clearly articulated. Its level of difficulty or relevance unsuitable for own MSc course.

The research problem is well-defined. It is informed by contemporary research. Relevant and of suitable difficulty for an MSc research project.

The context of the research problem is stated in a concise and clear manner. Rationale properly embeds relevant research. Challenging research, while attainable. Relevant for own MSc course.

Excellent presentation and discussion of the research problem, its context and scope. Rationale is rooted in contemporary research. Challenging research with potential to innovate in own domain.

Exceptional knowledge and understanding of the research problem, and its underlying context. Rationale is sharp and deeply rooted in contemporary research. Innovative research with clear contribution to knowledge in the domain.

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Clear identification and articulation of research question, aims, objectives and deliverable.

15%

Research question is not present or is irrelevant to address research problem. Research aims, objectives or deliverable are missing or irrelevant.

Research question lacks focus and will not fully address research problem. Research aims, objectives or deliverable do not clearly align to research question.

The research question, aims and objectives are presented; they address the research problem to some extent. Deliverable is identified but might lack clarity or focus.

The research question corresponds with the problem defined. Clear vision of what the project will achieve, with suitable objectives. Deliverable follows from research problem.

+Clear integration between research problem, aims, objectives and deliverable. Outstanding discussion of the research outcomes and their potential impact. Objectives are SMART.

+ Critical evaluation of domain demonstrated; gap in knowledge informs research problem, aims, objectives and deliverable.

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Completeness and relevance of the literature review, and appropriateness of its use.

25%

Review of literature is missing.

Citations or list of references are missing. Poor academic practice shown.

Incorrect selection of literature and/or unable to use it appropriately. References are not properly cited or listed in APA style.

Selection, use and evaluation of suitable literature, mainly correct and relevant. References are cited in the text and listed in APA style.

Theoretical basis provided by sound and justified range of literature. References are cited correctly and properly listed in full APA style.

Excellent range of literature in terms of its relevance and completeness. Used in a highly critical manner to support arguments. References accurately cited and listed in full APA style.

+ Exceptional breadth and depth of reading that critically informs academic argument.

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Critical assessment of alternative approaches to research and suitability of choices made.

25%

Research design is missing or is irrelevant.

Poor choice of research methods, tools, and techniques, and/or their application is not understood.

Appropriate evaluation and application of research methods, tools, and techniques. Development/implementation, and data collection and analysis processes and techniques are identified.

Alternative research methods, tools, and techniques are identified and critically assessed. Critical analysis extends to development/implementation, and data collection and analysis processes and techniques. Rationale is provided for choices made in all cases.

Excellent choice of research methods, tools, and techniques; as well as development /implementation, and data collection and analysis processes and techniques. Justification demonstrates excellent understanding of the subject.

+ Well-argued and justified selection of research methods. Exceptional application of tools, techniques, and processes.

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Clear, appropriate, and critical evaluation and reflection of ethics, risks and other issues associated to the research project.

15%

Ethics checklist is not included and reflection on ethics, risks and other issues is missing or irrelevant.

Evaluation is weak and inconclusive.

Reflection shows no evidence of critical thinking.

Ethics checklist is not appropriate or has not been filled-in properly.

Reflection on ethics, risks and other issues shows some critical thinking. Ethics checklist has been properly completed and is included.

Evidence of critical thinking, taking into consideration risks and other potential issues pertaining to the project including ethics. Ethics checklist is included and has been completed and clearly considers the needs of the project.

Insightful reflection on risks and mitigation measures; as well as other issues. Ethics checklist critically reflects on the project proposed and is included.

Exceptional understanding of ethics, risks and other issues and measures pertaining to the project proposed; all of this is also reflected on the ethics checklist that has been included.

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Completeness, suitability, and attainability of Gantt Chart

10%

Gantt chart is not included, and work plan is missing or irrelevant for the research problem.

Gantt chart is included, but work plan is unrealistic or inappropriate for the research problem.

Gantt chart is included, the work plan proposed is suitable and feasible. Research goals can be achieved.

Gantt chart is included, the work plan has been clearly thought and planned, shows how the research goals will be achieved.

Gantt chart is included demonstrating a comprehensive and balanced work plan; ensures that research aims will be achieved within time and resource constraints.

+ Exceptional understanding of the project and associated work plan is demonstrated.

Overall mark:

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