ESSAY 1. Identified and discussed three conceptual dimensions of leisure using ideas found in Lynch & Veal ch 1 and Godbey’s ch.1 (5) No clear understanding of topic. Little or no attempt to form a logical analysis. Some attempt at building an analysis of the three concepts, though mostly descriptive and lacking flow or logical structure. Analytical perspectives on three concepts somewhat shallow. Essay is descriptive, rather than analytical. Structure and flow of argument needs work 3 Clear examples of own leisure & attempt made to link …show more content…
to a concept of leisure. Understands concepts 3 Discussion somewhat shallow. Answer does not refer to material in reading. Structure and flow of argument needs work Good attempt at discussing three concepts & attributing ideas to correct author/s. Sound integration of literature into analysis. Structure could be strengthened in places to communicate argument clearly & succinctly. 4 Clear examples of own leisure that are linked to two of the concepts of leisure & shows analytical understanding of the concepts used 4 Good attempt at discussing why crosscultural conflict needs addressing by managers. Sound integration of literature into argument. . Structure could be strengthened in places to communicate analysis clearly & succinctly. 4 Describes an example of a positive & a negative experience & shows understanding of cross cultural communication in which they occurred Three concepts are discussed with critical analysis of the author/s ideas evident. Demonstrates excellent integration of findings/theory from literature. Argument is both logical and wellstructured 5 Clear examples of own leisure linked to all three conceptual dimensions discussed in an analytical & critical way 5 A rich and critical discussion of why managers need to address cross-cultural conflict and how sensitivity/insensitivity cross cultural communication can impact on others. Demonstrates excellent integration of findings/theory from reading 5 Describe one positive and one negative experience, observed that demonstrates sensitivity/insensitivity shown in cross cultural communication 5 Shows a welldeveloped understanding of both Western and Chinese meanings of leisure Mark
0-1 Use of clear examples of own leisure to demonstrate understanding of concepts (5) No clear examples of own leisure, Does not understand concepts 0-1 ESSAY 2 Clear discussion on why leisure professionals need to understand different cultural groups (5) No clear understanding of topic.
Little or no attempt to form a logical discussion.
2 Some clear examples of own leisure, but not linked to concepts so shows superficial understanding of concepts 2 Some attempt at building a discussion, though mostly descriptive and lacking flow or structure.
0-1 Describe personal experiences in regards to cross cultural communication & provide clear eg. of a positive & a negative experience that demonstrates sensitivity/insensitivity. (5) No example of a negative and positive own experience; nor links to cross cultural communication.
2 Describes a personal experience but does not identify as neither negative nor positive nor links to cross cultural communication. 2 Shows limited understanding of Western and Chinese meanings of leisure
3 Describes both a positive & negative group experience & mentions crosscultural …show more content…
communication.
0-1 ESSAY 3 Compares and contrasts the Western meanings of leisure with the Chinese meaning of leisure (5) Unfocussed discussion of leisure that does not answer the question.
3 Able to contrast the western and Chinese meanings of leisure but does not compare them (what they may have in common)
4 Sound discussion of all concepts that goes beyond simple description to analysis supporting your point of view
0-1 Able to articulate meaning of leisure that comes closest to how you conceive of leisure? (5) Does not address own meaning of leisure. No example. Does not appear to understand the question 0-1
2 Addresses own meaning of leisure but no example.
Does not refer to other meanings
3 Addresses own meaning of leisure with example but only compares to other Western meanings of leisure 3
4 Own meaning of leisure is presented with a relevant example. Shows clearly that own meaning is closest to one of the Western or Chinese meanings of leisure 4
5 Own meaning of leisure is presented with a rich example that illustrates clearly own meaning is close to one of the Western or Chinese meanings of leisure and distant from the others 5
2
WRITTEN EXPRESSION Clarity of written expression, appropriate length with correct use of grammar (5)
Lacks structure. Syntax, punctuation, grammar & spelling poor. Essay question too short (less that 270 words) 0 -1
Some structuring of material. Syntax, punctuation, grammar & spelling need attention. Essay question too long (more than 440 words) 2 Some referencing but not consistent or accurate. 2
Demonstrates good structure without too many errors in syntax, punctuation, grammar & spelling.
Well structured with few errors, good syntax
Well structured, no errors, good
syntax.
3 Consistent referencing style but lacking in application throughout body. 3
4 Some errors in referencing in body &/or reference list. 4
5 Consistent & accurate referencing style in body & reference list. 5
REFERENCING Correct referencing format (5)
Lacks referencing to any meaningful degree. 0-1
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