6K7V0006 Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity in Sport and Exercise Assessment Brief | MMU

6k7v0006 Assessment Overview

Aim: This assessment is designed to simulate the process of preparing and delivering an academic poster.

Task: You will compose, develop, and deliver in person a 10-minute poster presentation on a topic that was discussed as part of the unit. 

Requirements:

• Presentation: Deliver a 10-minute poster presentation.
• Documentation: Ahead of the presentation, submit a PDF copy of your poster to Moodle.

Steps to Complete the Assessment

1. Choose Your Topic:

• Select a topic from a selection of unit content.
• The unit leader will compile a document containing all topics that you can choose from for this assignment.

2. Conduct Research:

• Gather information from empirical sources (e.g., academic articles, books).
•  Focus on both empirical evidence and current issues relating to your topic.  

3. Develop Your Presentation:

• Organise your research into a clear and logical structure following the guidance structure that the unit leader will provide.
• Apply relevant theories and perspectives to analyse your chosen topic.
• Make sure your arguments are well-supported with evidence from your research.

4. Prepare Supporting Documentation:

• Academic poster: Create a visually appealing, easy-to-follow poster.

5. Practice Your Presentation:

• Rehearse your poster presentation several times to ensure you are comfortable with the content and timing.
• Focus on clear speaking, confident body language, and engaging your audience.

6. Deliver Your Presentation:

• Present your topic to your class or designated audience.
• Engage with your audience by encouraging questions and discussions.

What Will I be assessed on?

Use of theory (LO1):

• Quality and depth of your research.
• Ability to combine information from various sources into a cohesive narrative.
• Understanding of theoretical and contemporary issues related to your topic.

Scenario thinking (LO2):

• Application of relevant theories and perspectives.
• Evidence-based arguments applied to practical suggestions.
• Consideration of the individual and interpersonal nuances of your topic.

Effective communication (LO3):

• Quality of your verbal delivery and use of visual aids.
• Succinct and visually appealing poster.
• Ability to engage with your audience and handle questions.

6k7v0006 Learning Outcomes

• Critically appraise theoretical concepts relevant to working with different populations in sport and exercise.
• Use theoretical concepts to deliver practical suggestions for inclusive work with different populations in sport and exercise.
• Communicate scenario thinking and problem-solving effectively in written and verbal formats.

6k7v0006 Task and Details

• A digital, academic poster to resolve a scenario aligned with one of the themes covered on the unit and relevant to the discipline of their course (e.g., Strength & Conditioning, Sport and Exercise Sciences, Psychology). This is an individual assignment (10-minute-long poster presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A). 

Guidance on the size of submission/duration of presentation

• Presentations should be 10 minutes long, but can be 0-10% (i.e., a maximum of 1 minute) longer without penalty.

Penalties for overlong submissions/presentations

The following penalty will apply if presentations are significantly longer than 10 minutes: