Assessment

Order Description
This discussion is to be supported with relevant and credible references. There are to be a minimum of ten (2) being researched based journal articles. No Wikipedia
and only two (2) web based sites. ( All evidence based, not more than 5 years old, at least two research articles and other books. you can use two web based articles)
follow instruction on additional file section OK?

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NRSG210 Assessment Rubric
Student Name: _________________________________ Student ID: _______________________________
ASSESSMENT TASK 1- ASSIGNMENT (40%)
Elements (Weighting)
Expected High Distinction (HD) Standard
Expected Distinction (D) Standard
Expected Credit (CR) Standard
Expected Pass (PA Standard
Expected Fail (NN ) Standard
(No attempt made)
Focus & Introduction
8 marks
There is a clear introduction that outlines the topic, and contextualises and profiles the scope, content and the sequence of the essay topic.
There is a clear introduction that outlines the topic, and profiles most the scope, content and the sequence of the essay topic.
There is a clear introduction that outlines some of the topic, and profiles some content.
There is a clear introduction that outlines the topic.
There is an introductory sentence that outlines the topic, some parts are unclear and or absent.
There is no introduction.
Content, Evidence & Examples
30 marks
The content is relevant to the topic. Student has highlighted in detail all the relevant significant factors; explained and analysed the concepts and or issues and
their importance. Referred to relevant theory and literature to support their reasoning and examples are presented.
The content is relevant to the topic. Student has highlighted in detail all the relevant significant factors; explained and analysed the concepts and or issues and
their importance. Evidence and examples are presented of varying quality.
Most content is relevant to the topic. Student has highlighted most of the relevant significant factors; explained and analysed the concepts and or issues and their
importance on most occasions. Evidence and examples are presented of varying quality.
Some content is relevant to the topic. Explained and analysed the concepts and or issues and their importance on most occasions. Evidence and examples are minimal.
There is insufficient content presented that is relevant to the topic, and no evidence and/or examples are presented.
The content, evidence and examples are not appropriate.
Critical Thinking & Reasoning
25 marks
There is evidence of both depth and breadth of reading. An argument is presented and well supported with evidence. Emphasised the importance of consumer/carer
perspectives throughout the discussion.
There is evidence of breadth of reading. An argument is presented with supported evidence. Emphasised the importance of consumer/carer perspectives throughout most of
the discussion.
An argument is presented with some supported evidence. Emphasised the importance of consumer/carer perspectives throughout some of the discussion.
An argument is presented with minimal support of evidence. Some emphasis on the importance of consumer/carer perspectives throughout the discussion.
Arguments made are not supported by any evidence. No emphasis of consumer/carer perspectives throughout the discussion.
There is no clear argument presented. No attempt to incorporate consumer/carer perspectives in the discussion.
Closing paragraph
8 marks
There is a concluding paragraph which restates the topic, provides a summary of all of the key points, and presents an overall conclusion.
There is a concluding paragraph which restates the topic, provides a summary of most of the key points, and presents an overall conclusion
There is a concluding paragraph which restates the topic, and provides a summary of most of the key points.
There is a concluding sentence which restates the topic, and provides a summary of some of the key points.
There is a concluding sentence which restates the topic without providing an summary of the content.
There is no evidence of a conclusion.
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Sequencing & Accuracy
3 marks
The content in the essay matches the outline presented in the introductory paragraph. Most paragraphs are organised in a logical manner so that content flows from one
paragraph to the next, and there are clear linking sentences that link each paragraph to the next. The essay ends with a rational conclusion.
The content in the essay mostly matches the outline presented in the introductory paragraph. Most paragraphs are organised in a logical manner, and the essay ends with
a rational conclusion.
There is a clear introduction, followed by the body of the essay, with a conclusion. However, content within the body and within paragraphs is not always logically
sequenced. Most paragraphs relates to a discrete idea.
There is a clear introduction, followed by the body of the essay, with a conclusion. However, there is little evidence of sequential presentation. Some paragraphs
relates to a discrete idea.
There is not a clear introduction, body and conclusion. Paragraphs don’t relate to a discrete idea, or link to one another.
There is no evidence of sequencing or paragraphs.
Sources & Referencing 3 marks
Credible and relevant references are used. Accurate use of APA referencing style on most occasions. Accurate use of in-text citations. Uses between 18 – 20
references.
Credible and relevant references are used. Accurate use of APA referencing style on most occasions. Mostly accurate use of intext citations. Uses between 15 – 17
references.
Credible and relevant references are used. Accurate use of APA referencing style on most occasions. Uses between 11 – 14 references.
Most references are credible and relevant. Accurate use of APA referencing style on most occasions. Accurate use of in-text citations on most occasions. Minimum of 10
references used.
Not all references are credible and/or relevant. Many inaccuracies with the APA referencing style. Too many direct quotations. Uses less than 10 references.
There are no references used.
Sentence Structure, Grammar, Spelling & Punctuation 3 marks
There are no errors with grammar, spelling and punctuation that impact readability, and the meaning is easily discernible.
There are minimal errors with grammar, spelling and punctuation that impact readability, and the meaning is easily discernible.
There are some errors with grammar, spelling and punctuation that impact readability. However, the meaning is readily discernible.
There are substantial errors with grammar, spelling and punctuation that impact readability. The errors detract significantly, but the meaning is discernible.
There are substantial errors with grammar, spelling and punctuation that impact readability. The errors detract significantly, but the meaning is discernible with
major effort.
Grammar, spelling and punctuation are such that the reader cannot make sense of the content.
Marks = 80 Tutor Comments:

Assignment Topics:
Students will be provided with two contemporary mental health topics with the choice of one to be submitted. Please see topics to choose below:
Topic 1
• Contemporary literature has identified the increasing incidence and prevalence of depression in Australia. Discuss this phenomenon in relation to the reasons for
this increase. In your answer consider gender specific differences and the nurse’s role in the treatment and management of the illness.

OR
Topic 2
• Individuals who experience borderline personality disorder often have difficulties in emotional regulation leading to unstable and intense interpersonal
relationships. Discuss this statement and the use of pharmacological and non- pharmacological treatments and nursing interventions for these individuals.

The discussion is to be supported with relevant and credible references. There are to be a minimum of ten references at least two (2) being researched based journal
articles. No Wikipedia and only two (2) web based sites. (All evidence based, not more than 5 years old, at least two research articles and other books. you can us use
two web based articles)

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