English Language and Study Skills for Mathematics (EAP115) 2023-2024, Year 2, Summer
EAP115 Resit Project (Writing Coursework) Task Sheet V8 [Student]
Assignment:
Write a Problem-Solution-Evaluation (PSE) essay (800 ±10% words)
Task:
Write a PSE essay to describe, introduce, and evaluate one solution to one negative effect (problem) of global poverty.
Core Task Requirements
All core task requirements must be fulfilled. Failure to fulfil any of the core task requirements means a points deduction from the EAP115 Resit Project. You may fail if your essay does not meet all the core task requirements.
You must:
a. write a PSE essay about the topic listed above.
b. include all relevant sections: Introduction, Problem, Solution, Evaluation, Conclusion, and the Reference List. Each section must include a section heading.
c. write 800 words (±10% words excluding any titles, section headings and the reference list) with all components of the essay addressed in the correct section.
d. use a minimum of 7, appropriate academic English language sources.
e. cite and reference the relevant data set included on page 7 of this task sheet.
Assessment Details
• Assessment Type: Individual
• Learning Outcomes assessed: B, D, E
• Percentage of Resit mark: 60%
• Where and when to submit: Upload to the designated Dropbox on the EAP115 LMO Core’s Resit page before 10:00 on Thursday 1st August 2024.
Please remember that dropbox submissions cannot be changed once the submission deadline has passed. It is the responsibility of the student to check the correct file is submitted and that it can be opened.
Formatting Requirements
All written assignments must use these formatting standards:
• Create and save the essay in a .doc or .docx format
• Filename: EAP115-ResitWCW-Student ID number (e.g. EAP115-ResitWCW-3030609)
• Line space: 1.5
• Word font: Calibri
• Font size: 12 points
• Include page numbers
Note: It is also your responsibility to download your submitted file and check if the submission is a readable file. You may receive 0% for this assessment if there is a technical issue opening your submission created using WPS or other unacceptable formats.
Further Details
Essay requirements
It is recommended your essay should be written using the following structure:
• Introduction: Introduce the problem in the opening sentence, and provide general background information by potentially including a definition of the topic, some potential causes of the problem or the historical context resulting in this problem. It is recommended to have at least one citation in the introduction, preferably related to the cause of the problem which you will focus on. A valid thesis statement must be present to indicate the outline of the essay at the end of your introduction.
• The suggested word count for the Introduction section is no more than 100 words.
• Problem: Introduce and describe one negative effect of the problem that you have identified based on the theme of global poverty. When using the provided data set, include a brief description of the data and then draw attention to the key points or relevant trends in the data set. A clear topic sentence must be included to show the purpose of this section. Supporting details such as evidence and examples must be cited.
• The suggested word count for the Problem section is around 200 words.
• Solution: Based on your research and knowledge, describe and explain one solution to the one negative effect of the problem identified earlier. A clear topic sentence must be included to indicate the purpose of this section. Supporting details such as evidence and examples must be cited.
• The suggested word count for the Solution section is around 150 words.
• Evaluation: Based on your research and knowledge, discuss how effectively this one solution deals with the negative effect of the problem identified earlier. Evaluate this solution by describing at least one advantage and at least one disadvantage including supporting details such as examples and evidence to support your points. You must include a clear topic sentence to show the purpose of this section, or two individual topic sentences if separated into two smaller sections.
• The suggested word count for the Evaluation section is around 200 words.
• Conclusion: A valid restated thesis statement should be offered before providing a brief summary of the main points of your essay. A closing statement to clearly show your stance and if you actually believe this solution is appropriate or not is required.
• The suggested word count for the Conclusion section is no more than 100 words.
Please include an updated Source Integration Chart to reflect the sources used and how you present them in your Resit Project WCW by paraphrasing, summarizing or synthesizing the source.
• This should be placed after your Reference List.
Suggestions (updates for the Resit are highlighted)
Important:
✓ Often there is a delay between module marks being officially released and the need to take the Resit being confirmed. If you believe it is highly likely you will need to take the EAP115 Resit exam, it is strongly suggested that you begin planning and drafting the Resit Project as soon as possible.
✓ Consider your feedback from EAP115 during the regular Academic Year. If errors were highlighted during feedback and/or the tutorial, or feedback was left by your EAP115 Project WCW marker then consider how to correct those issues.
Task:
• Read the Core Task Requirements on Page 1 and Essay Requirements on pages 2-3 very carefully to complete this task.
- Your essay must have one clear negative effect of Global Poverty. This is to remain on-topic to meet a Core Task Requirement whilst also having one clear solution to address this issue.
- You must use, and paraphrase/summarise the provided data set. Simply copying data or sentences word-for-word does not indicate that you can use this source to a higher standard.
- All ideas taken from sources must be paraphrased such as data, definitions, figures, results from research etc.
• Find and analyse a number of academic sources relating to the topic. Cite these sources to support your main ideas with details, reasons, explanations or examples throughout your essay (excluding the conclusion).
• Organise your ideas clearly and logically. Plan carefully before attempting to write your essay.
• Pay attention to the difference between the Solution and Evaluation sections.
• Informal sources such as Wikipedia, About.com, UKEssays.com, Prezi, Slideshare etc., or sources not originally produced in English will not be accepted. If you are unsure about the suitability of a source, check with your EAP115 lecturer, or review materials from Week 2.
• When describing the relevant data set, your aim should be to illustrate the problem clearly and intelligently to your reader. To do this, focus on the relevant sections of the data and explain the important trends, rather than just list all the numbers on the graph. Also, consider how to present figures and data differently from how they appear on the data set.
Organisation:
• Cohesion between the introduction, sections of the essay, and the conclusion should be achieved by including:
- an identifiable thesis statement at the very end of the introduction should indicate the focus and structure of your essay.
- a restated thesis statement at the beginning of the conclusion should align with your thesis statement.
- clear topic sentences for each section of the essay should highlight the specific focus of that section. A citation should not be included in an appropriate topic sentence.
• When citing sources, try to include a range of integration techniques including integral and non-integral citations. Similarly, when using integral citations ensure that you utilize a range of appropriate and accurate reporting verbs.
• The quality of paraphrased content from sources.
Language:
• Use a range of linking words (e.g. ‘In addition, For instance, However, Firstly’).
• Follow the academic register in terms of lexical choices and grammatical structures.
• Follow academic style. guidelines for writing introduced in Y1 EAP and highlighted in EAP115.
General:
• Refer back to relevant feedback from Y1 EAP on your academic writing. Try to correct any issues that you are already aware of.
• Proofread your work for errors before submitting it using tools such as Marking Mate (http://writingtools.xjtlu.edu.cn:8080/mm/markingmate.html) and Grammarly to find basic errors with vocabulary and grammar which impact clarity.
• After submission, check to see that your essay has been uploaded properly by downloading your document again and opening it.
Marking and Feedback
• The final draft will be assessed using the EAP115 writing marking descriptor included on pages 8-9 of this task sheet.
• An assessment report for the Resit Project will provide general feedback to all students after the exam moderation is complete and marks are released.