ASSIGNMENT

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OUMH2103
ENGLISH FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNICAL PURPOSES
SEPTEMBER 2015 SEMESTER
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INSTRUCTIONS TO STUDENTS
1.

This assignment contains only TWO (2) question that is set in the language of the printed module for the
course.

2.

Answer in English.

3.

Learners are to submit assignment only in MsWord format unless specified otherwise. Please refrain from
converting text/phrases into picture format such as .gif / .jpeg / print screen / etc.

4.

Download the language version of the assignment template concerned from the MyVLE for preparation
and submission of your assignment. Your assignment should be typed using 12 point Times New Roman
font and 1.5 line spacing.

5.

Your assignment words (refer to question) excluding references. Do not copy the assignment question
and instructions to your answer. Only assignment answer developed within the approximate word limit
will be assessed. The number of words should be shown at the end of your assignment.

6.

You must submit your assignment ONLINE via the MyVLE. Refer to the portal for instructions on the
procedures to submit your assignment online. You are advised to keep a copy of your submitted
assignment and proof of the submission for personal reference.

7.

You can submit your assignment ONCE only in a SINGLE file. The file must be in MS-WORD format.
Please ensure that you submit the CORRECT and latest version of file. File which is wrongly submitted
must be re-submitted online before the deadline.

8.

Your assignment must be submitted between 2nd 15th November 2015. Submission after 15th
November 2015 will NOT be accepted.

9.

Your assignment should be prepared individually. You should not copy another persons assignment. You
should also not plagiarise another persons work as your own.

10. Please take note that PENALTY will be imposed on late submission of assignment as specified in the
Registrars Office circular 6/2012 (Refer to Registrars Announcement in myVLE).
11. Please ensure that you keep the RECEIPT issued upon submisson of your assignment as proof of
submission. Your assignment is considered as NOT submitted if you fail to produce the submission receipt
in any dispute arises concerning assignment submission.

EVALUATION
1

This assignment accounts for 40% of the total marks for the course and shall be assessed
based on the Rubrics or Answer Scheme attached.
You would be given feedback on the assignment before the Final Semester Examination
commences.
PLAGIARISM: MARKS DEDUCTION
Warning: The submitted assignment will automatically undergo a similarity check. If
plagiarism is detected, marks would be deducted as follows:
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Similarity Percentage
0 30
30.01 50
50.01 70
70.01 - 100

Marks Deduction
0
5
10
100

ASSIGNMENT QUESTION
PART A (20 marks)
Recent research shows that, Watching too much TV is one of the major sociological issues
of this century, which has many effects on the physiology and psychology of people.
Write cause and effect essay based on the statement given.
1. Your essay should contain the following:
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An introductory paragraph (some background information about the topic and a

thesis statement- an introductory sentence in the body of the essay).

Body of essay (Three body paragraphseach explaining the causes (reason) and
effects (results) of watching TV. For example, one paragraph focuses on physiological
effects, the second focuses on psychological effects and/or the third focuses on the
social effects. External reading is necessary to explain other effects of watching TV.
All outside sources used to further explain each effect must be properly referenced).

Concluding paragraph (a restatement of the thesis/ prediction of future consequences).

Your assignment words between 2000 2500 excluding reference.

2. Your paragraph will be evaluated using the rubric prepared.

PART B (20 marks)

The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist
facilities.
In 300-400 words, summarise the information by slecting and reporting the main features,
and make comparisons where relevant.

Assignment Rubrics
OUMH2103 ENGLISH FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNICAL PURPOSES
SEPTEMBER 2015 SEMESTER

Criteria
INTRODUCTION

Weight
1.5

Missing
Item
0
No introduction.

Low

Fair

Above average

Excellent

1
There is no clear
introduction to the main
topic or structure of the
paper.

2
The introduction states
the main topic, but does
not adequately preview
the structure of the
paper nor is it
particularly inviting to
the reader.

3
The introduction
clearly states the main
topic and previews the
structure of the paper,
but is not particularly
inviting to the reader.

4
The introduction is
inviting, states the
main topic and
previews the structure
of the paper.

Max
Marks
6

BODY OF
ESSAY/
REFERENCING

No main idea.

The main ideas in all

paragraphs are not clear.
There is a strong
evidence of plagiarism.

One of the paragraphs

has a clear main idea.
Only some supporting
details are appropriate
and relevant. Most
outside sources are not
cited/ referenced
properly.

The main ideas of both

paragraphs are clear.
Most supporting details
are appropriate and
relevant. Most outside
sources are properly
cited/ referenced.

There is one clear,

well-focused topic.
Main idea stands out
and is supported by
detailed information.
All outside sources
are properly cited/
referenced.

16

CONCLUSION

1.5

No conclusion.

There is no clear
conclusion, the paper
just ends.

The conclusion is
recognizable, but does
not effectively close the
essay.

The conclusion is
recognizable and gives
closure to the essay.

The conclusion is
strong and leaves the
reader with a feeling
that they understand
what the writer is
"getting at."

Criteria

Weight

COHERENCE

1.5

LANGUAGE/
GRAMMAR

1.5

Missing
Item
0
No coherence

The writer makes

a lot of grammar.

Low

Fair

Above average

Excellent

1
Writing contains major
mistakes in the use of
cohesive devices that
affected general
understanding.

2
There are attempts to
use cohesive devices,
but the writing lacks
direction that affected
readers comprehension.

3
There are clear attempts
to use cohesive devices
to link details, but in
one or two places,
writing appears
incoherent.

4
Details are placed in a
logical order and the
way they are
presented effectively
keeps the interest of
the reader.

The writer makes a lot

of errors in grammar,
structure or spelling that
affects readers
comprehension.

The writer makes some

errors in grammar,
structure, or spelling
that affects readers
understanding.

The writer makes

minimal errors in
grammar, structure and
spelling that do not
affect the readers
understanding.

The writer makes no

errors in grammar or
spelling that distracts
the reader from the
content.

TOTAL MARKS

40

Max
Marks
6