Assessment Tasks
Class exercises. Value: 50%
(50% of final mark -- each exercise is worth 5%)
Class exercises will follow from weekly class content and are to be submitted on the 'DAGrmit' network site (unless otherwise specified). http://dagrmit.ning.com/
Exercises receive full marks for appropriate completion -- they are not graded. Exercises are defined on the class outline and time is scheduled for work towards their completion in class time. In general they are aimed towards helping the student develop and complete their major project in a timely and professional manner.
Due: Ongoing
Major Project
(50% of final mark)
Deliverables
#1 Treatment due class #3
#2 Finished work presented in class #12 and handed up to Shiralee as a digital file with work formated for A5 book publishing end of class #12
Create a multi-page (minimum 4 pages/2 double spreads or 30 frames) cartoon or short graphic novel. You may use whatever medium and style you wish, but the final output MUST include the work presented within an A5 format as a multipage PDF. This is so it may be complied into a PoD publication of the entire class collection.
*Please note that inclusion in the collection will be at the discretion of the collection editor and/or the lecturer.
Assessment
Assessment will be based on the student's knowledge and understanding of the topics as per the course outline. Students should keep a copy of all work submitted for assessment. Loss or corruption of data (student's electronic based work) is not a valid reason for late or non-submission of work. Assignments that do not conform to the required format will be returned to the student for resubmission. Assignments must be received by the due date otherwise the student will incur a grade penalty. Any resources used in the student's work must be cited properly. Submitting substantially similar work to meet requirements of any other subject is not permitted without the written permission of the lecturer.
Assessment Criteria
All assessment tasks will be provided in writing via briefs and verbal reinforcement. Criteria include:
• Participation in individual and group activities
• Originality of ideas
• Ability to present ideas and respond to critical analysis
• Research skills
• Effective communication (verbal, visual and written)
• Completing the assessment tasks on time
• Presentation standards (including spellcheck, proofread).
Assignment submission
Assignments MUST be submitted electronically as per instructions in the assignment briefs.
Extensions will only be considered in the event of medical or personal circumstances supported by appropriate documentation.
Late or non submissions
If the assignment is not submitted on the due date, the assignment is marked as failed. Please note that a failed assignment may result in a failure of the course. Extensions will only be considered in the event of medical or personal circumstances supported by appropriate documentation.
Plagiarism & collusion
Plagiarism and collusion will not be tolerated. Students cannot present work that is copied in whole or in part from another source OR is the result of unauthorised collaboration with another person(s). Where there are reasonable grounds to believe that cheating has occurred, the work will be given a fail grade the student will be required to resubmit a different assignment.
Communication
Email will be used outside of class hours for all communication regarding the course. Students need to check their emails at least once every day. Appointments with the teacher needs to be organised via email.
Assignment grading
NN: |
0 - 49% |
The work does not meet all the criteria of the brief. The work is not of an acceptable standard. |
PA: |
50 - 59% |
The work fulfils all criteria of the brief. The work is of an acceptable standard. |
CR: |
60 - 69% |
In addition to satisfying the criteria for a pass, the work demonstrates a broader understanding of the subject. The work is of a good standard. |
DI: |
70 - 79% |
In addition to satisfying the criteria for a credit, the work demonstrates a capacity to engage meaningfully with the subject. The work is of a high standard. |
HD: |
80 - 100% |
In addition to satisfying the criteria for a distinction, the work demonstrates an ability to meet professional standards. The work is of an excellent standard. |
***Please note: The course guide is subject to change |
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