MAEL103 Assignment Brief

Module code MAEL103
Module title Human Resources Management for Educational Leaders
MQF level Level 7
ECTS 5

Task 1

Task type  Reflective Journal
Task description “It is not the doing that matters it’s the thinking about the doing”

                             -John Dewey-

The ‘Reflective Journal’ will explore the relationships, learning experiences and encounters one would have made during one’s career, with the Leadership team, teachers, parents, and, students and how these help one  to grow professionally through becoming a reflective practitioner.

Reflective practice is an examination and critique of our experiences throughout our professional life. There are several models that help us achieve this. Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle provides a simple yet comprehensive framework He provides us with a series of questions that one can ask oneself when reflecting on incidents, relationships, and tasks that one encounters daily at the place of work be it at school or an office. Keeping a ‘Reflective Journal’ can be an effective way not only for one to reflect but also to grow professionally.

Every week (5 Weeks) during the duration of the module reflect on an incident, encounter, or task you had to do or came across and reflect on it using the Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle. (an image of the cycle is given below). A video explaining Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle is also uploaded in this course resource.

MAEL103 Assessment Task 1 Figure

Task weighting  60/100 Reflective Journal
Task length (approx. 500 – 600 words per week) 2500 -3000 words
Additional requirements  PLEASE NOTE:

  • It is suggested that you write around 500-600 words on each entry so that each entry is given approximately the same weight. However, it is understandable that some entries might require more or fewer words.
  • You do not need to finish the weekly entry by that week. You might use a system where you take some points each week for you to remember and then write it at a later stage. The important thing is that you submit the completed reflective journal by the deadline. How you go about it is your prerogative.
  • You do not need to post your weekly reflective journal in any forum (General or Weekly). You only need to submit a complete reflective Journal by the deadline after the end of the module.
  • If you need further clarification, use the General forum

Assignment Criteria Rubric Task 1: Reflective Journal 60%

Criteria Unsatisfactory Limited Competent Exemplary
  0-3 marks 4-7 marks 8-11 marks 12-15 marks
Content Reflection

 

15 marks

 Reflection lacks critical thinking. Reflection demonstrates limited critical thinking in applying, analysing and/or evaluating module key concepts. Reflection demonstrates some degree of critical thinking in applying, analysing/or evaluating module key concepts. Reflection demonstrates a high degree of critical thinking in applying, analysing and evaluating model key concepts and theories from readings, discussions and presentations.
Connection to key concepts

 

15 marks

 Connection with Key module concepts is superficial and stated without argument. Connection made through explanations is minimal and stated with limited argument. Theories from readings, discussions, and presentations show evidence of concrete arguments. Theories from readings, discussions, and presentations show strong evidence of varied and in-depth arguments.
  0-4 marks 5-9 marks 10-15 marks 16-20 marks
Professional Growth

 

20 marks

 Professional growth and awareness are not evident or are presented inadequately, lacking impact. Shows a lack of inference and examples. Limited evidence of reflection is evident. Demonstrates less than adequate professional growth. This is only done through a few simplistic inferences. Conveys evidence of reflection on worn work. Demonstrates satisfactory professional growth and awareness through some examples and inferences made. Conveys strong evidence of reflection on own professional growth. Demonstrates awareness of deeper meaning through inferences made and examples.
  0-1 mark 2-4 marks 5-7 marks 8-10 marks
Writing Quality

 

10 marks

 Poor writing style, lack of clarity, and language use. Average and/or casual writing style that is sometimes unclear, with some errors in language use. The writing style is above average and logically organized, with minor errors in language. Well-written and clearly organized, characterized

Task 2

Task type   Induction Programme Presentation
Task description Prepare a PowerPoint presentation outlining ‘A Successful and High-Quality Induction Programme’ driven by self-reflection, and linked to further professional learning, both for the new employees (NQTs/NRTs) and for the educational institution.
Task weighting  40/100
Task length

 

 Induction Programme Presentation with voice-over (approx. 5 minutes)

Assignment Criteria Rubric Task 2: Presentation 40%

Criteria Unsatisfactory Limited Competent Exemplary
  0-4 marks 5-9 marks 10-15 marks 16-20 marks
Content

 

20 marks

 Content is weak, incoherent and superficial. It does not provide enough for the independence of the NQTs and does not link to further professional learning. Not driven by self-reflection. Content is rather expository than analytical. Concepts and plans are described briefly. It provides little independence to NQTs and barely links further to professional learning. Little mention of self-reflection. The content is strong and interesting. Although it is structured to increase independence for NQTs, it plays it safe and does not push boundaries. Mentions selfreflection. Content is original and creative. Goes substantially beyond points raised in lectures and readings. Concepts are related to each other in interesting and creative ways. Provides clear evidence outline for quality induction. Driven by selfreflection and linked to further professional learning and so it is progressive.
  0-1 marks 2-4 marks 5-7 marks 8-10 marks
Writing Quality

 

10 marks

 Poor writing style, lacking in clarity and language used. Average and/or casual writing style that is sometimes unclear, with some errors in language use. The writing style is above average and logically organised, with minor errors in language. It is well written and clearly organised, characterized by a strong writing style and basically free from language errors.
Graphic quality

 

10 marks

 Graphics are ineffective in presenting material. Few graphics are used, and most of them are confusing. Graphics often illustrate content effectively, clearly explaining complex issues. Graphics are used to illustrate content in an effective manner, explaining complex issues.

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