The first assessment task consists of Three (3) reflective journal entries. Each journal entry is worth a maximum 10% towards your overall grade (i.e. 3 Journal Entries x 10% = 30%).

Reflective journals are concerned with demonstrating reflection on various aspects of your workplace experience.

Your task is to complete and submit all three reflective journal entries as outlined below.

Journal Entry 1 – Reflection on workplace etiquette (max. 500 words)

Workplace etiquette differs across industries and organisations but is typically the socially acceptable ways we interact with one another and behave in our workplace. You are to reflect on workplace etiquette in your place of work explaining how and why it has impacted on your interactions with others and your own behaviour.  What specifically have you done and how have you handled these situations?  Some additional areas you can direct your thoughts include the following: What are some acceptable standards of communication and employee interaction permitted in your workplace? Feel free to use examples to help you explain this. Does your workplace have a dress code? Explain why or why not. What expectations did you have with regard to workplace etiquette before starting in the work placement? Has this changed in any way since you started in the work placement? If so, how?

Journal Entry 2 – Reflection on workplace skills and knowledge (max. 500 words)

Workplace skills and knowledge are fundamental for any person to succeed in the workplace. You are to reflect on the importance of knowledge and skills in your place of work, and specifically address how and why you have utilised this knowledge and skills.  Some additional areas you can direct your thoughts include the following:  What type of activities and tasks have you completed during your work placement? Can you link any of these back to your university studies? Feel free to use examples to help you explain this. What are the personal qualities you have been able to demonstrate in the workplace and how did you do this? What additional knowledge and skills have you gained through your workplace learning? From what you have learnt, what do you think employers value most in their employees?

Journal Entry 3 – Reflection on workplace experience (max. 500 words)

You are to reflect on your workplace experience.  How and why has your workplace experience been a positive or negative one? Was it easy or difficult for you adjusting to the work environment?  What areas do you think you have done well in? Which areas do you think you could improve on? Based on your workplace experience, identify areas of further learning and/or professional development (i.e. knowledge, skills and qualities) that might provide progression into your chosen career.

Instructions and advice

• This is an individual assessment (no groups).
• Use ‘I’ or first person tone in each of your reflective journal entries.
• Referencing and use of citations is not required in this assessment task.
• Stay within the recommended word limit.
• Submit each reflective journal online through the unit Moodle site.
• Refer to the table below for the due day/date/time for each reflective journal.

Each reflective journal should contain the following:

• A single Word document (no PDF) with a title page at the beginning that includes the journal entry number, your name and your student id number.
• Use size 12 font with 1.5 line-spacing in this Word document.

• Critical reflection and analysis of self and own behaviour. Out of 6 marks.
• Description and discussion of an event or issue. Out of 3 marks.
• Spelling, grammar, and written presentation. Out of 1 marks.
• Total: Out of 10 marks x 3 = 30 marks.

The second assessment task requires the submission of a portfolio consisting of THREE (3) items (i.e. one Word file, one PowerPoint file, and one completed document from your mentor or supervisor evaluating your performance in the work placement). The written component should be 2500 words maximum excluding the title page and reference list. The presentation component will be in PowerPoint format with recorded voice-over limited to 6 slides and no longer than 5 minutes in duration. The performance evaluation will be completed by your mentor or supervisor.

A portfolio documents what you experienced in the work placement and how you have learnt from this.

You will need to address the following criteria:

1. Provide a brief overview of the organisation and identify your key tasks and roles undertaken.
2. Outline the skills and knowledge you applied in the work placement that were initially developed in your university studies. Highlight any significant gaps.
3. Identify and outline any workplace innovation (e.g. staff learning opportunities, staff encouragement and participation, challenging and active work tasks, healthy work environment) and specific skills you personally began to develop during your work placement, including any workplace etiquette observed, that might be useful for future career advancement.
4. Outline some issues or difficulties you encountered during your work placement and explain how you resolved these.
5. Propose a strategy for developing and maintaining connections with key individuals from your work placement. In addition, think about networking opportunities outside the organisation (e.g. LinkedIn) that might lead to future employment opportunities.
6. Provide an evaluation of your performance in the work placement from your mentor or supervisor.

Instructions and advice

• This is an individual assessment (no groups).
• The use of 'I' or first person tone is permitted.
• Submit your portfolio online through the unit Moodle site.

Your written component should contain the following:

• A single Word document (no PDF) with a title page at the beginning, that addresses each of the 6 criteria listed above plus a reference list, using APA referencing style, showing use in-text of at least ten (10) quality sources of information such as from academic journal articles, academic textbooks, trade journals, newspaper articles and industry/business websites.
• The Word document will be presented as a formal report making use of headings and sub-headings throughout.
• Use size 12 font with 1.5 line-spacing in this Word document.
• An appendix or appendices (this is compulsory) inserted at the end of the Word document that includes:
• A completed performance evaluation from your mentor or supervisor.
• A completed self-evaluation template documenting your learning journey in the workplace, including major accomplishments, learnings and main challenges when attempting this assessment task.
• Any other supporting items such as graphs, charts, tables and diagrams you deem suitable.

Your presentation component should contain the following:

• A summary only of key information in your written Word document.
• The format will be PowerPoint with recorded voice-over (no word limit) but limited to a maximum 6 slides and a maximum 5 minutes in duration.

• Overview of organisation and key tasks and roles undertaken. Out of 8 marks.
• Skills and knowledge applied in work place from university studies. Out of 8 marks.
• Workplace innovation and development of new skills and etiquette from work placement. Out of 10 marks.
• Issues and difficulties encountered during work placement. Out of 7 marks.
• Proposed networking for future employment opportunities. Out of 7 marks.
• Citations and Reference list. Out of 4 marks.
• Inclusion of mentor or supervisor performance evaluation. Out of 5 marks.
• Self-evaluation. Out of 6 marks.
• Supporting items. Out of 2 marks.
• Spelling, grammar and written presentation. Out of 3 marks.
• PowerPoint meets specified requirements. Out of 5 marks.
• Voice-over is clear and fluent. Out of 5 marks.
• Total: Out of 70 marks.