Complete this step by
Instructions
The first step to a successful case study is to make sure you have all the information you need about your assignment. Your Subject Outline should be your first port of call. You may also find additional information on your unit vUWS site and in class discussions. If you need to, contact your teacher to clarify what you need to do.
If you are doing a clinical case study that involves you observing a case over an extended period of time (e.g. a whole semester), you will need to adjust this schedule to take into account the number of weeks you need to spend on observations and data collection (steps 3 and 4).
Useful resources
- Subject Outlines – sign in to search for your unit Subject Outline
- Interpreting Your Reading List – a Library online tutorial to help make the best use of your unit reading list
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page – for everything you need to know about group work and a PDF Guide
- Study with Integrity – for resources on following university guidelines
Instructions
The first step to a successful essay is to make sure you have all the information you need about your assignment. Your Subject Outline should be your first port of call. You may also find additional information on your unit vUWS site and in class discussions. If you need to, contact your tutor to clarify what you need to do.
If this is a group assignment, work out who is in your group and make sure you know how to contact them.
Useful resources
- Subject Outlines – sign in to search for your unit Subject Outline
- Interpreting Your Reading List – a Library online tutorial to help make the best use of your unit reading list
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page – for everything you need to know about group work and a PDF Guide
- Study with Integrity – for resources on following university guidelines
Instructions
The first step to a successful report is to make sure you have all the information you need about your assignment. Your Subject Outline should be your first port of call. You may also find additional information on your unit vUWS site and in class discussions. If you need to, contact your tutor to clarify what you need to do.
If this is a group assignment, work out who is in your group and make sure you know how to contact them.
Useful resources
- Subject Outlines – sign in to search for your unit Subject Outline
- Interpreting Your Reading List – a Library online tutorial to help make the best use of your unit reading list
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page – for everything you need to know about group work and a PDF Guide
- Study with Integrity – for resources on following university guidelines
Instructions
The first step to a successful presentation is to make sure you have all the information you need about your assignment. Your Subject Outline should be your first port of call. You may also find additional information on your unit vUWS site and in class discussions. If you need to, contact your tutor to clarify what you need to do.
Find out if there will be internet access in the room where you will present, and if you will need to bring your own computer or device.
If this is a group assignment, work out who is in your group and make sure you know how to contact them.
Useful resources
- Subject Outlines - sign in to search for your unit Subject Outline
- Interpreting Your Reading List - a Library online tutorial to help make the best use of your unit reading list
- Study Smart Asking questions page - tips for communicating effectively with staff
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - for everything you need to know about group work and a PDF Guide
- Study with Integrity – for resources on following university guidelines
Instructions
The first step to a successful reflective assignment is to make sure you have all the information you need about your assignment. Your Subject Outline should be your first port of call. You may also find additional information on your unit vUWS site and in class discussions. If you need to, contact your tutor to clarify what you need to do.
Useful resources
- Subject Outlines – sign in to search for your unit Subject Outline
- Interpreting Your Reading List – a Library online tutorial to help make the best use of your unit reading list
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page – for everything you need to know about group work and a PDF Guide
- Study with Integrity – for resources on following university guidelines
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
University assignments usually ask you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of particular topic areas related to the unit you are studying. Case study tasks are often quite complex, so you will need to pay careful attention to what you are being asked to do. If you don't respond to the task instructions as given, you won't get a good mark even if you write really well. If you have to choose from a range of questions, topics, or cases, you might need to do some introductory reading (e.g. from your textbook) at this stage to help you decide.
If you need to find your own case to examine and/or conduct an interview or observation, you will need to spend longer at this step, so adjust your dates accordingly (e.g. combine steps 2 and 3).
Use the resources linked below to help you get a good understanding of the task at hand. If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
For groups: You should also allocate roles and plan meeting times now.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page – for tips on starting an assignment
- Case study purpose (PDF, 68 KB) – understanding the purpose of writing a case study will help you do it well.
- Analysing your essay question video (2:35) and Analysing the assignment question resource (PDF, 177 KB) – No matter what your assignment is, understanding the task is crucial for assignment success!
- The why, when, and what of reading (PDF, 382 KB) and interactive tutorial on selective reading – to help you with your introductory reading
- For groups: Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page, especially Project management (PDF, 83 KB) and Grid for assigning tasks (PDF, 29 KB)
Instructions
University assignments usually ask you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of particular topic areas related to the unit you are studying. Essay questions are often quite complex, so you will need to pay careful attention to what you are being asked to do. If you don't answer the question asked, you won't get a good mark even if you write really well. If you have to choose from a range of questions or topics, you might need to do some introductory reading (e.g. from your textbook) at this stage to help you decide.
Use the resources linked below to help you get a good understanding of the task at hand. If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
For groups: You should also allocate roles and plan meeting times now.
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – for tips on starting an assignment
- Essay purpose (PDF, 44 kB) – understanding the purpose of the essay you’re writing will help you do it well.
- Analysing your essay question video (2:35) and Analysing the assignment question resource (PDF, 177 kB) – understanding the task is crucial for assignment success!
- The why, when, and what of reading (PDF, 382 kB) and interactive tutorial on selective reading – to help you with your introductory reading
- For groups: Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting, especially Project management (PDF, 83 kB) and Grid for assigning tasks (PDF, 29 kB)
Instructions
University assignments usually ask you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of particular topic areas related to the unit you are studying. Report tasks are often quite complex, so you will need to pay careful attention to what you are being asked to do. If you don't respond to the task instructions as given, you won't get a good mark even if you write really well. If you have to choose from a range of questions or topics, you might need to do some introductory reading (e.g. from your textbook) at this stage to help you decide.
Use the resources linked below to help you get a good understanding of the task at hand. If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
For groups: You should also allocate roles and plan meeting times now.
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – for tips on starting an assignment
- Report purpose (PDF, 44 kB) – understanding the purpose of writing a report will help you to do it well.
- Analysing the assignment question resource (PDF, 177 kB) and Analysing your essay question video (2:35) – Whether your assignment is an essay or a report, understanding the task is crucial for assignment success!
- The why, when, and what of reading (PDF, 382 kB) and interactive tutorial on selective reading – to help you with your introductory reading.
- For groups: Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting, especially Project management (PDF, 83 kB) and Grid for assigning tasks (PDF, 29 kB).
Instructions
University assignments usually ask you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of particular topic areas related to the unit you are studying. The assignment questions are often quite complex, so you will need to pay careful attention to what the assignment is asking you to do. If you don't respond to the task as asked, you won't get a good mark even if you present it really well.
Use the resources linked below to help you get a good understanding of the task at hand. If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
For groups: You should also allocate roles and plan meeting times now.
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – for tips on starting an assignment
- Analysing your essay question (video, 2:35) and Analysing the assignment question (PDF, 177 kB) - no matter what kind of assignment you have to do, understanding the task is crucial for assignment success!
- The why, when, and what of reading (PDF, 382 kB) and interactive tutorial on Selective Reading - to help you with your introductory reading
- For groups: Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting, especially Project management (PDF, 83 kB) and Grid for assigning tasks (PDF, 29 kB).
Instructions
University assignments usually ask you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of particular topic areas related to the unit you are studying. Reflective writing tasks are often quite complex, so you will need to pay careful attention to what you are being asked to do. If you don't respond to the task instructions as given, you won't get a good mark even if you write it really well. If you have to choose from a range of questions or topics, you might need to do some introductory reading (e.g. from your textbook) or some initial reflection at this stage to help you decide.
Use the resources linked below to help you get a good understanding of the task at hand. If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides.
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – for tips on starting an assignment
- Reflective writing purpose (PDF, 40 KB) - understanding the purpose of reflective writing will help you do it well
- Analysing your essay question video (2:35) and Analysing the assignment question resource (PDF, 177 KB) – No matter what your assignment is, understanding the task is crucial for assignment success!
- The why, when, and what of reading (PDF, 382 KB) and interactive tutorial on selective reading – to help you with your introductory reading
Use these resources to help you get a good understanding of the task at hand. If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Read the case carefully, ideally more than once, and make a note of any questions you have or information that you need to find. If you have been given specific questions to answer, make some preliminary notes about each question using the information in the case.
Create a mind map of everything you know about the topic and focus areas related to your case (see step 2 and the resources on analysing your assignment question). You could use an online tool such as MindMup or Bubbl.us (both require Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Brainstorm links between the case and relevant concepts or theories you are learning about in your unit. Pay particular attention to any concepts or theories mentioned in your assignment instructions. Also think about how the unit readings relate to your case.
Look at your mind map and see if there are any key areas that have gaps. This will help guide your research (the next step) so you don't waste time looking for the wrong things.
For groups: Consider using Google Drive or another online platform to share your ideas as you research.
Useful resources
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) – see the mind map on page 2 for some points to consider as you start out
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page – for tips and tools to help your group work effectively together
Instructions
If your research questions have not been provided in the assignment instructions, you can try to formulate a working question or questions. You could first try creating a mind map of everything you know about the topic and focus areas you identified in step 2. You could use an online tool such as MindMup or Bubbl.us (both require Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Include key concepts from the unit and sources from your unit reading list that might be relevant. Look at your mind map and see if there are any key areas that have gaps.
Then ask yourself ‘what do I want to find out?’, and formulate an initial statement about how the essay question will be answered (a 'working' thesis statement). This will help guide your research (the next step) so you don't waste time looking for the wrong things.
Once you have done your research, your ideas might have changed (this is a good thing!). You can then come back and change your question or thesis statement in light of what you have read and how your ideas have changed.
For groups: Consider using Google Docs or another online platform to share your ideas as you research.
Useful resources
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 kB) – see the mind map on page 2 for some points to consider as you start out
- Essay drafting tool (PDF, 187 kB) – an interactive worksheet to help you plan and structure your essay
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page for tips and tools to help your group work effectively together
Instructions
If your research questions have not been provided in the assignment instructions, you can try to formulate a working question or questions. You could first try creating a mind map of everything you know about the topic and focus areas you identified in step 2. You could use an online tool such as MindMup or Bubbl.us (both require Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Include key concepts from the unit and sources from your unit reading list that might be relevant. Look at your mind map and see if there are any key areas that have gaps.
Then ask yourself ‘what do I want to find out?’, and formulate an initial statement about how the research question will be answered (a 'working' thesis statement). This will help guide your research (the next step) so you don't waste time looking for the wrong things.
Once you have done your research, your ideas might have changed (this is a good thing!). You can then come back and change your question or thesis statement in light of what you have read and how your ideas have changed.
For groups: Consider using Google Drive or another online platform to share your ideas as you research.
Useful resources
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 kB) – see the mind map on page 2 for some points to consider as you start out
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page for tips and tools to help your group work effectively together
Instructions
If you have to choose from a range of questions or topics, you might need to do some introductory reading (e.g. from your textbook) at this stage to help you decide which one to do.
Once you have decided on your topic, do some background reading to familiarise yourself with it, and collect relevant information to analyse or evaluate - literature, data, artefacts, etc. Analyse and/or evaluate the information.
For groups: Consider using Google Drive or another online platform to share your ideas as you research.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Researching and reading page - tips for efficient and effective researching and reading
- Study Smart Information Skills page - links to the most crucial Library resources for your assignment research
- Library tutorial on Getting started by finding information and video on Finding information for your assignment (1:59) - to set you on the right track to finding the most useful information for your assignment
- Types of sources (PDF, 89 KB) - a guide to different types of sources so you know what to focus on
- How to read effectively (PDF, 256 KB) and interactive tutorials on reading - to help you make the most efficient use of your reading time
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (video, 8:09) - to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) - for tips to help you critically analyse what you read
- For groups: Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page and Writing together (PDF, 61 KB)
Instructions
Even though your task is a reflective one, you will usually need to incorporate an understanding of the theories and concepts you have been learning in your unit. Create a mind map of everything you know about the topic and focus areas related to your assessment task (see step 2 and the resources on analysing your assignment question). You could brainstorm links between the topic for reflection and key concepts from the unit, as well as any sources from your unit reading list that might be relevant. Look at your mind map and decide on a few key areas that you would like to cover in your reflection.
Then ask yourself ‘what have I learnt or experienced in these areas?’. You could also try some Activities to guide reflection to help you with this stage. Then formulate a general statement about how you could respond to the task (a 'working' reflective statement). This will help guide your research (the next step) so you don't waste time looking for the wrong information.
Once you have done your research, your ideas might have changed (this is a good thing!). You can then come back and change your reflective statement in light of what you have read and how your ideas have changed.
Useful resources
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) – see the mind map on page 2 for some points to consider as you start out
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Read the case carefully, ideally more than once, and make a note of any questions you have or information that you need to find. If you have been given specific questions to answer, make some preliminary notes about each question using the information in the case.
Create a mind map of everything you know about the topic and focus areas related to your case (see step 2 and the resources on analysing your assignment question). You could use an online tool such as MindMup or Bubbl.us (both require Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Brainstorm links between the case and relevant concepts or theories you are learning about in your unit. Pay particular attention to any concepts or theories mentioned in your assignment instructions. Also think about how the unit readings relate to your case.
Look at your mind map and see if there are any key areas that have gaps. This will help guide your research (the next step) so you don't waste time looking for the wrong things.
For groups: Consider using Google Drive or another online platform to share your ideas as you research.
Useful resources
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) – see the mind map on page 2 for some points to consider as you start out
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page – for tips and tools to help your group work effectively together
Instructions
Researching effectively is a skill you can learn, and there are lots of resources to help you get started. For tips on searching the Library's resources, complete the online tutorials on Successful Searching. Your future self will thank you!
Do a quick scan of the articles you find to check if they are relevant. This will mean you don't have to spend time carefully reading something that turns out not to be relevant. Don't forget to evaluate what you find to ensure that it has scholarly APPEAL (video, 6:26).
Useful resources
- Study Smart Research skills page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading
- Study Smart Information Skills page – links to the most crucial Library resources for your assignment research
- Library tutorial on Getting started by finding information and video on Finding information for assignments (1:59) – to set you on the right track to finding the most useful information for your assignment
- Types of sources (PDF, 89 kB) – a guide to the different types of sources so you know what to focus on
- How to read effectively (PDF, 256 kB) and interactive tutorials on reading – to help you make the most efficient use of your reading time
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (video, 8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- For groups: Writing together (PDF, 61 kB)
Instructions
Researching effectively is a skill you can learn, and there are lots of resources to help you get started. For tips on searching the Library's resources, complete the online tutorials on Successful Searching. Your future self will thank you!
Do a quick scan of the articles you find to check if they are relevant. This will mean you don't have to spend time carefully reading something that turns out not to be relevant. Don't forget to evaluate what you find to ensure that it has scholarly APPEAL (video, 6:26).
Useful resources
- Study Smart Research skills page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading
- Study Smart Information Skills page – links to the most crucial Library resources for your assignment research
- Library tutorial on Getting started by finding information and video on Finding information for assignments (1:59) – to set you on the right track to finding the most useful information for your assignment
- Types of sources (PDF, 89 kB) – a guide to the different types of sources so you know what to focus on
- How to read effectively (PDF, 256 kB) and interactive tutorials on reading – to help you make the most efficient use of your reading time
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (video, 8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- For groups: Writing together (PDF, 61 kB)
Instructions
Try brainstorming all your ideas for the content, and anything else that is important to keep in mind. Remember, there’s no right or wrong in brainstorming, so write down everything you can think of.
Now you have a basis from which to write an outline and organise your presentation. As you are brainstorming and writing, think about your audience. Who are they? What might they already know? Do you need to explain some basic concepts, or can you assume they know the context of your topic? The nature of the audience will inform how you write and position your content.
You need to organise any presentation that you give in the way that best communicates your messages. You can structure your presentation a bit like you would an essay, with an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. The Study Smart resource on Structuring your presentation (PDF, 107 KB) has more information on how to do this.
Consider these questions:
- What is your main 'take home' point?
- What will be your opening move?
- What will be the body of your argument?
- How will you conclude?
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Structuring your presentation (PDF, 107 KB) - to set you on the right track for a well-organised presentation
- For groups: Writing together (PDF, 61 KB)
Instructions
Use your mind map from Step 3 to identify areas where you need to do some further research, reading, and reflection.
Researching effectively is a skill you can learn, and there are lots of resources to help you get started. If you haven't tried searching the Library's resources before, do the online tutorials on Successful Searching. Your future self will thank you!
Do a quick scan of the articles you find to check if they are relevant. This will mean you don't have to spend time carefully reading something that turns out not to be relevant. Don't forget to evaluate what you find to ensure that it has scholarly APPEAL (video, 6:26).
Useful resources
- Study Smart Research skills page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading
- Study Smart Information Skills page – links to the most crucial Library resources for your assignment research
- Library tutorial on Getting started by finding information and video on Finding information for assignments (1:59) – to set you on the right track to finding the most useful information for your assignment
- Types of sources (PDF, 89 KB) – a guide to the different types of sources so you know what to focus on
- How to read effectively (PDF, 256 KB) and interactive tutorials on reading – to help you make the most efficient use of your reading time
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (video, 8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Once you have a range of scholarly sources relevant to your case study, read them carefully and take notes. Ensure you keep the citation information for each source with your notes so that you can cite your sources correctly. Take note of what points the sources agree on and what points they differ about – this is part of reading critically. Once you have done your reading, go back and look at your research question, and revise it if necessary.
For groups: consider using an online collaboration platform such as Google Docs so you can continue working on your research collaboratively even when you’re not together in person.
Useful resources
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- Study Smart Research Skills page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading, including interactive tutorials, How to read effectively (PDF, 256 KB), Organising your reading (PDF, 68 KB), and Reading worksheet (PDF, 98 KB)
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) – for tips to help you critically analyse what you read
- Summarising (PDF, 41 KB) – for summarising strategies to help ensure you understand what you’re reading
- Note taking techniques (PDF, 513 B) and General note taking advice (PDF, 116 KB) – for helpful strategies to develop good note-taking skills
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
Instructions
Once you have a range of scholarly sources relevant to your essay, read them carefully and take notes. Ensure you keep the citation information for each source with your notes so that you can cite your sources correctly. Take note of what points the sources agree on and what points they differ about – this is part of reading critically. Once you have done your reading, go back and look at your working thesis statement or research question (see step 3), and revise it if necessary.
For groups: consider using an online collaboration platform such as Google Docs so you can continue working on your research collaboratively even when you’re not together in person.
Useful resources
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- Study SmartResearch Skills page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading, including interactive reading tutorials, How to read effectively (PDF, 256 KB), Organising your reading (PDF, 68 KB), and Reading worksheet (PDF, 98 KB)
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) – for practical suggestions to develop your critical thinking skills
- Summarising (PDF, 41 KB) – for summarising strategies to help ensure you understand what you’re reading
- Note taking techniques (PDF, 513 B) and General note taking advice (PDF, 116 KB) – for helpful strategies to develop good note-taking skills
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
Instructions
Once you have a range of scholarly sources relevant to your report, read them carefully and take notes. Ensure you keep the citation information for each source with your notes so that you can cite your sources correctly. Take note of what points the sources agree on and what points they differ about – this is part of reading critically. Once you have done your reading, go back and look at your working thesis statement or research question (see step 3), and revise it if necessary.
For groups: consider using an online collaboration platform such as Google Docs so you can continue working on your research collaboratively even when you’re not together in person.
Useful resources
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- Study Smart Researching and reading page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading, including interactive tutorials, How to read effectively (PDF, 256 kB), Organising your reading (PDF, 68 kB), and Reading worksheet (PDF, 98 kB)
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 kB) – for practical suggestions to develop your critical thinking skills
- Summarising (PDF, 41 kB) – for summarising strategies to help ensure you understand what you’re reading
- Note taking techniques (PDF, 513 kB) and General note taking advice (PDF, 116 kB) – for helpful strategies to develop good note-taking skills
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
Instructions
[Note: steps 5 & 6 can be done in reverse order, or even at the same time.]
Decide on whether you will use visual aids, and if so, what kind of visual aids you will use. You might use a slideshow, whiteboard, artefacts/props, or handouts. Think about what would be most appropriate for the presentation task you have been assigned and the audience you will be addressing.
If using a slideshow, design your slides with text and images, including slide transitions and animations if necessary. Consider integrity and copyright issues when you use images or videos. Ensure you acknowledge all your sources - for both text and images.
For groups: consider using an online presentation platform such as MS Powerpoint Online, Google Slides, or Prezi, so you can continue working on your slides collaboratively even when you’re not together in person.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Using visual aids (PDF, 125 KB) - for strategies to make the best use of visual aids in your presentation
- Study Smart Digital Literacy - for technology tips and links to websites or platforms to help you develop your presentation
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide - for all your referencing needs
- Study with Integrity guide - for all your academic integrity questions
- Academic integrity checklist - to check that you have done everything in your presentation with due integrity
Instructions
Once you have a range of scholarly sources relevant to your reflective writing, read them carefully and take notes. Ensure you keep the citation information for each source with your notes so that you can cite your sources correctly. Take note of what points the sources agree on and what points they differ about – this is part of reading critically. Once you have done your reading, go back and look at your working thesis statement or research question, and revise it if necessary.
Useful resources
- Evaluating resources using APPEAL (video, 6:26) and Evaluating websites using APPEAL (8:09) – to ensure you only use the best and most reliable sources
- Study Smart Research Skills page – tips for efficient and effective researching and reading, including interactive tutorials, How to read effectively (PDF, 256 KB), Organising your reading (PDF, 68 KB), and Reading worksheet (PDF, 98 KB)
- Critical thinking (PDF, 112 KB) – for tips to help you critically analyse what you read
- Summarising (PDF, 41 KB) – for summarising strategies to help ensure you understand what you’re reading
- Note taking techniques (PDF, 513 B) and General note taking advice (PDF, 116 KB) – for helpful strategies to develop good note-taking skills
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Check your Subject Outline to see if you are required to use a particular structure for your assignment. For example, you may have been asked to use particular headings to organise your response. If not, you might use this general structure for your case study. Plan what you will write in each section. What will be your main points? What evidence will you use to support those points? Which point should come first, and which should come last? Write a topic sentence for each main point and use them to start drafting your paragraphs.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Writing page – for all your writing support needs
- Case study structure (PDF, 67 KB) and Case study tone (PDF, 44 KB) – to set you on the right track for a successful case study
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 KB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
Instructions
Using your revised thesis statement, develop a structure for your essay. What will be your main points? What evidence will you use to support those points? Which point should come first, and which should come last? Write a topic sentence for each main point and use them to start drafting your paragraphs.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Writing page – for all your writing support needs
- Essay structure (PDF, 193 kB) and Essay tone (PDF, 193 kB) – to set you on the right track for a successful essay
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 kB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
Instructions
Once you have revised your thesis statement, develop a structure for your report. This can be a very specific structure or very open, so now is the time to confirm what structure is required, e.g. by checking your Subject Outline or asking your teacher.
Once you know your structure, what will be your main points? What evidence will you use to support those points? Which point should come first, and which should come last? Write a topic sentence for each main point and use these to start drafting your paragraphs.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Writing page – for all your writing support needs
- Report structure (PDF, 120 kB) and Report tone (PDF, 67 kB) – to set you on the right track for a successful report
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 kB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
Instructions
[Note: steps 5 & 6 can be done in reverse order, or even at the same time.]
Make notes for what to say about each slide, and how long you will spend on each slide.
As you start to write notes for your presentation, remember that speaking requires different language patterns to writing. If you write your presentation in the language of a formal essay and read it aloud without changing anything, you’ll sound overly formal and stiff. Not only that, but the audience will have trouble following what you’re saying, because you designed your words to be read. You’ll need to adjust the words you use and the length of your sentences so that you speak in a more natural manner and your audience can understand you.
Also think about how to gain and maintain your audience's attention. You might use surprising facts or pictures for novelty, opposing viewpoints for a bit of conflict, exaggeration or puns for humour, or provocative questions to create suspense (University of Minnesota, 2011-2012). Make sure you use these in a relevant way and take care not to use offensive language or themes.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Written vs. spoken language (PDF, 114 KB) - tips on how not to make your audience fall asleep
References
University of Minnesota. (2010-2012). Assignment Calculator: Oral Speech/Presentation. Retrieved from https://www.lib.umn.edu/services/ac/speech#s-11441
Instructions
Sometimes your assignment instructions will prescribe a particular structure or headings for you to use. If this is the case, follow those instructions for structuring your reflecting writing and move on to Step 7. If there is no prescribed structure for your assignment, keep reading.
Using your revised reflective statement (see Step 5), develop a structure for your reflective writing. Plan what you will write in each section. What will be your main points? What theory and literature will you link with these points? Which point should come first, and which should come last? Write a topic sentence for each main point and use them to start drafting your paragraphs.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Writing page – for all your writing support needs
- Reflective writing structure (PDF, 153 KB) and Reflective writing tone (PDF, 60 KB) - to set you on the right track for successful reflective writing
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 KB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
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Instructions
Draft one paragraph for each main point, with explanation and evidence for the point you are making. You might need more than one paragraph for each section of case study, but each paragraph should contain one main idea. Then write your introduction and concluding section, which may include recommendations (check your assignment instructions). Ensure that you cite the ideas you have used from your sources and include each source in your reference list. Use the referencing style specified in your Subject Outline.
For groups: When writing together, offer constructive feedback to each other. Make sure you think of ways to encourage each other as well as suggesting ways to improve.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Reading and Writing page – for all your writing help needs
- Case study structure (PDF, 67 KB) and Case study tone (PDF, 44 KB) – to set you on the right track for a successful case study report
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 KB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
- Sentence structure (PDF, 150 KB) – to help get your sentences into shape so your ideas are clearer
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 KB) and Quoting (PDF, 49 KB) – to help you integrate ideas from sources well
- Word processing (PDF, 541 KB) – handy tips for all your report formatting needs
- Study Smart Information and Communication Technology (ICT) proficiency page – to help you make the most of the technology at your fingertips
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
Instructions
Draft one paragraph for each main point, with an explanation and evidence for the point you are making. Then write your introduction and conclusion. Ensure that you cite the ideas you have used from your sources and include each source in your reference list. Use the referencing style specified in your Subject Outline.
For groups: When writing together, offer constructive feedback to each other. Make sure you think of ways to encourage each other as well as suggesting ways to improve.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Reading and Writing page – for all your writing help needs
- Essay structure (PDF, 193 kB) and Essay tone (PDF, 193 kB) – to set you on the right track for a successful essay
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 kB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
- Sentence structure (PDF, 150 kB) – to help get your sentences into shape so your ideas are clearer
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 kB) and Quoting (PDF, 49 kB) – to help you integrate ideas from sources well
- Word processing (PDF, 541 kB) – handy tips for all your report formatting needs
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page – to help you make the most of the technology at your fingertips
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
Instructions
Draft one paragraph for each main point, with explanation and evidence for the point you are making. You might need more than one paragraph for each section of the report (e.g. method, results), but each paragraph should focus on one main idea. Then write your introduction and conclusion. Ensure that you cite the ideas you have used from your sources and include each source in your reference list. Use the referencing style specified in your Subject Outline.
For groups: When writing together, offer constructive feedback to each other. Make sure you think of ways to encourage each other as well as suggesting ways to improve.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Reading and Writing page – for all your writing help needs
- Report structure (PDF, 120 kB) and Report tone (PDF, 67 kB) – to set you on the right track for a successful report
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 kB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
- Sentence structure (PDF, 150 kB) – get your sentences into shape so your ideas are clearer
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 kB) and Quoting (PDF, 49 kB) – to help you integrate ideas from sources well
- Word processing (PDF, 541 kB) – handy tips for all your report formatting needs
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page – to help you make the most of the technology at your fingertips
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
Instructions
Practise without an audience to check that the organisation and timing of your content works well. It can be helpful to video yourself (e.g. using your phone) or practise in front of a mirror so you can see what the audience sees.
Reflect on how it went:
- What worked well?
- What didn’t work so well?
- At what points were there problems in the flow?
- How did you feel?
Make changes to your presentation based on your reflections. Think of questions the audience might ask and prepare some answers.
For groups: If you take turns to speak, you could offer constructive feedback to each other. Make sure you think of ways to encourage each other as well as suggesting ways to improve.
Each group member should come up with two questions the audience could ask (a hard one and an easy one!). Then select a few questions at random and brainstorm some answers as a group.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Reducing anxiety (PDF, 40 KB) - for strategies to help you appear cool, calm and collected on the day
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page and Track, progress, success (PDF, 67 KB, especially the individual reflection activity on page 2 and the group reflection activity on page 4) - to help you keep track of your learning goals and progress
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 KB, pp.4-5) - for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
- Editing (PDF, 55 KB) and Proofreading (PDF, 40 KB) - don't let errors on your slides let you down
Instructions
Draft one paragraph for each main point, with explanation and evidence for the point you are making. You might need more than one paragraph for each section of the report (e.g. method, results, or other sections specified in the task instructions), but each paragraph should still make one main point. Then write your introduction and conclusion.
Ensure that you cite the ideas you have used from your sources and include the source in your reference list. Use the referencing style specified in your Subject Outline.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Reading and Writing page – for all your writing support needs
- Reflective writing structure (PDF, 153 KB) and Reflective writing tone (PDF, 60 KB) - to set you on the right track for successful reflective writing
- Paragraph structure (PDF, 85 KB) – handy tips to help you write better paragraphs
- Sentence structure (PDF, 150 KB) – to help get your sentences into shape so your ideas are clearer
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 KB) and Quoting (PDF, 49 KB) – to help you integrate ideas from sources well
- Word processing (PDF, 541 KB) – handy tips for all your report formatting needs
- Study Smart Digital Literacy page – to help you make the most of the technology at your fingertips
- Library Referencing and Citation Guide – for all your referencing needs
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Read back over your case study report and check your content, editing where necessary. Does your argument make sense? Have you explained everything enough? Do your ideas flow logically?
When you’re ready, submit your draft to Turnitin (check your Subject Outline to see if your subject allows this). The Originality Report (video, 2:59) will help you see where you need to paraphrase more carefully to integrate the ideas from your sources into your own argument.
You could also submit your draft to Studiosity (allow 24-48 hours) for feedback. Access this service via the Study Smart Online link in your subject vUWS site.
Compare your assignment against the instructions and the marking rubric in the Subject Outline: Have you completed all aspects of the task?
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – everything you need for a strong finish
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:59) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Editing (PDF, 55 KB) – tips for producing the best version of your work
- Case study tone (PDF, 44 KB) – to help you check the overall tone of your case study
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 KB) – to help you integrate ideas from sources well
Instructions
Read back over your essay and check your content, editing where necessary. Does your argument make sense? Have you explained everything enough? Do your ideas flow logically?
When you’re ready, submit your draft to Turnitin (check your Subject Outline to see if your unit allows this). The Originality Report will help you see where you need to paraphrase more carefully to integrate the ideas from your sources into your own argument.
You could also submit your draft to Studiosity (allow 24-48 hours) for feedback. Access this service via the Study Smart Online link in your subject vUWS site.
Compare your assignment against the instructions and the marking rubric: Have you completed all aspects of the task? Have you completed them to the level you are aiming for according to the marking rubric?
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – everything you need for a strong finish
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:46) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Editing (PDF, 55 kB) – tips for producing the best version of your work
- Essay tone (PDF, 193 kB) – to help you check the overall tone of your essay
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 kB) – to help you integrate evidence from sources
Instructions
Read back over your report and check your content, editing where necessary. Does your argument or explanation make sense? Have you explained everything enough? Do your ideas flow logically?
When you’re ready, submit your draft to Turnitin (check your Subject Outline to see if your unit allows this). The Originality Report will help you see where you need to paraphrase more carefully to integrate the ideas from your sources into your own argument.
You could also submit your draft to Studiosity (allow 24-48 hours) for feedback. Access this service via the Study Smart Online link in your subject vUWS site.
Compare your assignment against the instructions and the marking rubric: Have you completed all aspects of the task? Have you completed them to the level you are aiming for according to the marking rubric?
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – everything you need for a strong finish
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:46) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Editing (PDF, 55 kB) – tips for producing the best version of your work
- Report tone (PDF, 67 kB) – to help you check the overall tone of your report
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 kB) – to help you integrate evidence from sources
Instructions
Practise your presentation with one or more onlookers. Invite them to ask questions so you can practise answering on the spot.
Reflect on the feedback from your audience and how you felt giving your presentation in front of other people. Make changes to your presentation based on your reflections.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Reducing anxiety (PDF, 40 KB) - for strategies to help you appear cool, calm and collected on the day
- Body language (PDF, 49 KB) - for tips on giving a good impression even before you open your mouth
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 KB, pp.4-5) - for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
- Editing (PDF, 55 KB) and Proofreading (PDF, 40 KB) - don't let errors on your slides let you down
Instructions
Read back over your reflective writing and check your content. Does your writing make sense? Have you explained everything enough? Do your ideas flow logically? Are your reflections linked to key concepts and literature from your unit?
When you’re ready, submit your draft to Turnitin (check your Subject Outline to see if your unit allows this). The Originality Report will help you see where you need to paraphrase more carefully to integrate the ideas from your sources into your own argument.
You could also submit your draft to Studiosity (allow 24-48 hours) for feedback. Access this service via the Study Smart Online link in your subject vUWS site.
Useful resources
- Study Smart How-To Guides – everything you need for a strong finish
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:59) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Editing (PDF, 55 KB) – tips for producing the best version of your work
- Reflective writing tone (PDF, 60 KB) – to help you check the overall tone of your reflective writing
- Paraphrasing (PDF, 104 KB) – to help you integrate ideas from sources well
You could also submit your draft to Studiosity (allow 24-48 hours) for feedback. Access this service via the Study Smart Online link in your subject vUWS site.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Review the Originality Report (video, 2:46) and/or feedback from Studiosity or Study Smart Events tutors and peers, editing where necessary. You may need to rewrite some sections and correct any grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors (use the spelling and grammar checker in your word processor as a start). If possible, ask a trusted friend to proofread for you. Then make any final corrections that are needed.
For groups: Ensure that you know how you are supposed to submit your group assignment (do you all submit it? Or does just one person submit it?) and are clear about who is responsible for doing so.
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:59) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Study Smart How-To Guides page – everything you need for a strong finish
- Case study tone (PDF, 44 KB) – to help you check the overall tone of your case study
- Proofreading (PDF, 40 KB) – tips for polishing your report ready for submission
- Study with Integrity guide - for all your academic integrity questions
- Academic integrity checklist - to check that you have done everything in your presentation with due integrity
Instructions
Review the Originality Report (video, 2:46) and/or feedback from Studiosity or Study Smart Events tutors and peers, editing where necessary. You may need to rewrite some sections and correct any grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors (use the spelling and grammar checker in your word processor as a start). If possible, ask a trusted friend to proofread for you. Then make any final corrections that are needed.
For groups: Ensure that you know how you are supposed to submit your group assignment (do you all submit it? Or does just one person submit it?) and are clear about who is responsible for doing so.
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:46) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Study Smart How-To Guides page – everything you need for a strong finish
- Essay tone (PDF, 193 KB) – to help you check the overall tone of your report
- Proofreading (PDF, 40 KB) – tips for polishing your essay ready for submission
- Study with Integrity guide - for all your academic integrity questions
- Academic integrity checklist - to check that you have done everything in your presentation with due integrity
Instructions
Review the Originality Report (video, 2:46) and/or feedback from Studiosity or Study Smart Events tutors and peers, editing where necessary. You may need to rewrite some sections and correct any grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors (use the spelling and grammar checker in your word processor as a start). If possible, ask a trusted friend to proofread for you. Then make any final corrections that are needed.
For groups: Ensure that you know how you are supposed to submit your group assignment (do you all submit it? Or does just one person submit it?) and are clear about who is responsible for doing so.
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:46) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Study Smart How-To Guides page – everything you need for a strong finish
- Report tone (PDF, 67 kB) – to help you check the overall tone of your report
- Proofreading (PDF, 40 kB) – tips for polishing your report ready for submission
- Study with Integrity guide - for all your academic integrity questions
- Academic integrity checklist - to check that you have done everything in your presentation with due integrity
Instructions
Ensure you have all your materials ready to present. Gather your slideshow files, handouts, or props.
If using a slideshow, load your presentation onto a portable data storage device, e.g. USB stick, or ensure it is stored in a 'cloud' storage platform that you can access from the room you will present in. It's good to have multiple copies of it in case one version becomes inaccessible for some reason.
If you’re planning to present from your own computer or device, ensure you also bring any necessary adaptors so that you can connect your computer or device to the projector.
Think about what you will wear and ensure it's appropriate for the context. Check the assignment instructions for this, e.g. are you meant to be presenting as if to a business or industry audience, or a potential client? If so, you'll need to dress the part.
For groups: Ensure that each of you has the most recent version of the presentation. Make sure you know who is responsible for bringing a computer and adaptor, if necessary, or any other props.
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Study Smart Digital Literacy - for technology tips and links to websites or platforms where you can store or save your presentation
Instructions
Review the Originality Report (video, 2:46) and/or feedback from a Study Smart Officer or Study Smart Online, editing where necessary. You may need to rewrite some sections and correct any grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors (use the spelling and grammar checker in your word processor as a start). If possible, ask a trusted friend to proofread for you. Then make any final corrections that are needed.
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:59) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Study Smart Finishing and Submitting page – everything you need for a strong finish
- Reflective writing tone (PDF, 60 KB) – to help you check the overall tone of your reflective writing
- Proofreading (PDF, 40 KB) – tips for polishing your report ready for submission
- Study with Integrity guide - for all your academic integrity questions
- Academic integrity checklist - to check that you have done everything in your presentation with due integrity
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
Complete this step by
Instructions
Save your final version and you’re ready to submit! You should already be familiar with the submission requirements – take a moment to check whether you need to submit to Turnitin via a link in your unit vUWS site, or perhaps via another method. Do you need to provide a printed copy? If you need an updated Turnitin Originality Report (video, 2:59), allow for the 24 hour delay on this, although the digital receipt will confirm submission straight away.
Once you’ve submitted your case study, celebrate and reward yourself for getting it done!
When you receive your marked assignment, don’t forget to read the feedback and reflect on how you can use it to improve next time.
For groups: Debrief the assignment process as a group (see page 4 in the Track, progress, success PDF). Make sure you have a group celebration as well!
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:59) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page and Track, progress, success (PDF, 67 KB, especially the individual reflection activity on page 2 and the group reflection activity on page 4) – to help you keep track of your learning goals and progress
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 KB, pp. 4-5) – for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
Save your final version and you’re ready to submit! You should already be familiar with the submission requirements – take a moment to check whether you need to submit to Turnitin via a link in your unit vUWS site, or perhaps via another method. Do you need to provide a printed copy? If you need an updated Turnitin Originality Report, allow for the 24 hour delay on this, although the digital receipt will confirm submission straight away.
Once you’ve submitted your essay, celebrate and reward yourself for getting it done!
When you receive your marked assignment, don’t forget to read the feedback and reflect on how you can use it to improve next time.
For groups: Debrief the assignment process as a roup (see page 4 in the Track, progress, success PDF). Make sure you have a group celebration as well!
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:46) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page and Track, progress, success (PDF, 67 kB, especially the individual reflection activity on page 2 and the group reflection activity on page 4) – to help you keep track of your learning goals and progress
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 kB, pp. 4-5) – for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
Instructions
Save your final version and you’re ready to submit! You should already be familiar with the submission requirements – take a moment to check whether you need to submit to Turnitin via a link in your unit vUWS site, or perhaps via another method. Do you need to provide a printed copy? If you need an updated Turnitin Originality Report, allow for the 24 hour delay on this, although the digital receipt will confirm submission straight away.
Once you’ve submitted your report, celebrate and reward yourself for getting it done!
When you receive your marked assignment, don’t forget to read the feedback and reflect on how you can use it to improve next time.
For groups: Debrief the assignment process as a group (see page 4 in the Track, progress, success PDF). Make sure you have a group celebration as well!
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:46) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page and Track, progress, success (PDF, 67 kB, especially the individual reflection activity on page 2 and the group reflection activity on page 4) – to help you keep track of your learning goals and progress
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 kB, pp. 4-5) – for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
Instructions
Rehearse once more on the day, then present to your class and teacher. Don’t forget afterwards to reflect on your audience’s feedback and reflect on your own experience, and make some brief notes so that you can improve for your next presentation! Reward yourself afterwards for a job well done.
For groups: Debrief the presentation as a group (see page 4 in the ‘Track, progress, success’ PDF). Make sure you have a group celebration as well!
Useful resources
- Study Smart Speaking, Collaborating and Presenting page - resources for all aspects of your presentation
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page and Track, progress, success (PDF, 67 KB, especially the individual reflection activity on page 2 and the group reflection activity on page 4) - to help you keep track of your learning goals and progress
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 KB, pp.4-5) - for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
Instructions
Save your final version and you’re ready to submit! You should already be familiar with the submission requirements – take a moment to check whether you need to submit to Turnitin via a link in your unit vUWS site, or perhaps via another method. Do you need to provide a printed copy? If you need an updated Turnitin Originality Report (video, 2:59), allow for the 24 hour delay on this, although the digital receipt will confirm submission straight away.
Once you’ve submitted your reflective writing, celebrate and reward yourself for getting it done!
When you receive your marked assignment, don’t forget to read the feedback and reflect on how you can use it to improve next time.
Useful resources
- Viewing and interpreting the Originality Report (video, 2:59) – to help you make the most of the feedback from your Turnitin Originality Report
- Turnitin guide for students – all your Turnitin questions answered
- Study Smart Study and Exam Success page and Track, progress, success (PDF, 67 KB, especially the individual reflection activity on page 2 and the group reflection activity on page 4) – to help you keep track of your learning goals and progress
- Feedback hide and seek (PDF, 136 KB, pp. 4-5) – for tips on making the most of the feedback you get so you can improve
If you get stuck, you can also visit the Study Smart website for events, appointments, and how-to guides, chat with an Online Librarian, or visit your campus library.
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Based on the original Assignment Calculator from the University of Minnesota Libraries