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Assignment - Writing - Module 3

This document outlines the coursework assignments for Pathway 3 students. It details two major assignments: a long research essay of 1,000-1,200 words on an approved academic topic and a PowerPoint presentation of 7-10 minutes on the same topic. It also requires two speaking assessments, vocabulary quizzes, and participation. All written work must follow APA citation format and be submitted electronically. Assignments will be graded based on formatting, content, structure, and task achievement. Late submissions are penalized and plagiarism may result in a score of zero.

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Assignment - Writing - Module 3

This document outlines the coursework assignments for Pathway 3 students. It details two major assignments: a long research essay of 1,000-1,200 words on an approved academic topic and a PowerPoint presentation of 7-10 minutes on the same topic. It also requires two speaking assessments, vocabulary quizzes, and participation. All written work must follow APA citation format and be submitted electronically. Assignments will be graded based on formatting, content, structure, and task achievement. Late submissions are penalized and plagiarism may result in a score of zero.

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Coursework Assignments

Pathway 3 Module 3
Major Situation-Problem-Solution-Evaluation Assignments

TASK:

You may choose any academic topic to complete your Major Situation-Problem-Solution-
Evaluation. Have your topic approved by your teacher. If you do not have a topic approved, one
of the following topics will be assigned to you:

1) Globalization
2) Crime
3) Cheating

CONTENT REQUIREMENTS:

Below are the writing objectives that must be included based on pages 158-161 in your class textbook:
• Show the situation that lead to the problem you have chosen
• Compare and contrast multiple solutions of topic chosen
• Evaluate which solution is best throughout the essay
• Contextualize the subject matter by setting a limitation, ex. A geographical place, historical time
or social context
• Include all 3 required sections of an essay (introduction, body and conclusion)
• Use appropriate evaluation and connection language (p. 159)

Important information for receiving your Pathway 3 certificate - Along with other certificate
requirements, you must meet the coursework requirement below:

PATHWAY ILAC Class Coursework Requirement


Pathway 3.1/3.4 75%

See the next page for Pathway 3 Coursework Assignment Guidelines.

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Coursework Assignments

Pathway 3 Assignment Guidelines

Section 1
Long Research Essay (30%)
• 1000 – 1200 words + reference list
• Include word count on the last page
• Typed in APA citation format

Speaking Assessments x 2 (10%)


• Formal or Informal Assessments
• Possible speaking tasks can include: Spot Presentations, Oral Summaries, Partner or Group Discussions,
Interviews, Debates, Seminars or Panel Discussions

Vocabulary Quiz (5%)


• assesses academic-level vocabulary and language use

Participation (5%)
• complete assignments
• participate in class tasks (online + offline) and discussions

Section 2
PowerPoint Presentation (20%)
• Topic may be the same as the long research essay
• All topics must be approved in advance
• 7 – 10 minutes – students can use PowerPoint, if they would like
• Maximum 10 – 12 slides including citations
• Must include visuals, no videos and all visuals must be cited in APA format
• Must include a bibliography as the last slide

Writing Task (15%)


• 400 – 500 words
• Include word count on the last page
• Can be written as an offline assignment
• Writing structure based on course textbook

Speaking Assessments x 1 (5%)


o Formal or Informal Assessments
o Possible speaking tasks can include: Spot Presentations, Oral Summaries, Partner or Group Discussions,
Interviews, Debates, Seminars or Panel Discussions

Vocabulary Quiz (5%)

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Coursework Assignments

o assesses academic-level vocabulary and language use

Participation (5%)
o complete assignments
o participate in class tasks (online + offline) and discussions

GUIDELINES FOR ALL RESEARCH ASSIGNMENTS


• NO Wikipedia, about.com, or anthology type websites permitted
• NO translated material; sources must be in English
• Multiple source formats required (books, journals, articles, etc.)
o print sources must be available for review, if requested by the teacher
o maximum 3 non-news or non-government websites

MARKING (see ILAC Pathway Rubrics for more details):


Your essay will be marked according to the following:
• Format (APA format, in-text citations, Bibliography)
• Content (logical arguments, critical thinking, support of claims)
• Structure (style, sentences, paragraphs, essay)
• Coherence/Cohesion (logical division of ideas, discourse markers, transitions)
• Task Achievement

Your presentation will be marked according to the following:


• Delivery (voice, body language, professionalism)
• Research and Citation (APA format, style, citations)
• Content (logical arguments, critical thinking)
• Design (image use, colour, font, etc.)
• Participation and Preparation (attendance, cell phone use, questioning, etc.)

ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSIONS
• Files must be typed and saved with your name, and types of essay as the file name (ex. Henry
Sanders Compare and Contrast Essay)
• Files must be .doc format only
• Email only one file as an attachment to the teacher

GRADING GUIDELINES
• For a complete list of guidelines, see the course policies document or www.ilac.com
• Late submissions are penalized 10% every 24 hours they are late
• Plagiarism will be reported to the academic department, and may result in a score of zero (0)
• If the essay is under or over the specified word count, deductions may be applied
• Deadlines are strictly enforced as to provide sufficient grading time

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Coursework Assignments

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