For this assessment, you will be required to complete an annotated bibliography. An annotated bibliography presents an overview of research papers that are relevant to your topic.

A list of psychology-related questions or topics will be provided to you on Moodle during week 1 of the term. In week 2, you will be placed in small groups. As a group, you will select one (1) of these topics which will form the subject of your annotated bibliography and your group presentation (Assessment 2).

Although it is expected that the research literature you find and summarise will be useful for your group task, the annotated bibliography is to be completed independently from the group. The purpose of the annotated bibliography is to provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your research skills in locating current and relevant peer-reviewed journal articles, as well as your APA referencing skills.

To complete the task you will need to identify four (4) relevant journal articles to your chosen topic, provide a full correct reference (in APA 7th style) for each journal article, and write a brief summary, in your own words, outlining the key points from the article, and the relevance to the chosen research topic.

Each summary should be between 150-250 words (total word count between 600 and1000 words). Please note, word limits relate to individual summaries, not on overall word count.

The annotated bibliography should include a cover sheet, and be presented using the APA guidelines for Annotated Bibliographies (a template will be provided).

This assessment will be graded out of 30 marks. Marks will be allocated according to each of the following criteria:

• Topic selection and proposed title (1 mark)
• Selection of 4 relevant peer-reviewed journal articles (4 marks)
• Summary of each journal article (12 marks)
• Quality of written communication (3 marks)
• APA formatting (8 marks)
• Within word limit (2 marks)*

*Note, word limit relates to each individual summary, not on the overall word count.

A detailed marking rubric will be provided on Moodle.

There are two elements to this assessment task- A group presentation (part 1), and an individual written task (part 2).

Part 1- Group component (30%): In week 2 of the term you will be placed into small groups and required to select and prepare a group presentation connected to a psychology-related question or topic. Available topics will be provided to you on Moodle in week 1.

The oral presentation can take any form (e.g., formal scientific presentation/slide show, short documentary, TikTok videos, TED talk, TV news segment etc.) but must be a suitable medium for addressing the topic; must demonstrate your science communication skills; and must consider the intended audience. The suggested duration for the presentation is 6-8 minutes.

In explaining your topic, you will need to use language that is clear and appropriate for the intended audience, present your topic in a way that is logically structured, shows a clear ‘narrative’, and enhances the audience’s understanding and knowledge of the topic. Your group should also consider how to incorporate elements into your presentation that are designed to engage your audience.

Not all members of the group need to be featured in the final presentation. However, all group members should make a valuable contribution to the final product in some way (e.g. editing, scriptwriting, background research, filming, creating graphics).

Groups work best when all members understand and agree to expectations. As such, groups will be encouraged to complete a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) or group contract before beginning their group work to clearly articulate the aim of the project, the role of members, a communication plan, code of conduct (e.g. plagiarism), and timelines.

The group presentation is to be submitted by the group, via Moodle by Monday, May 30, 11.59pm AEST.

Part 2- Individual component (20%): You will be required to submit a 400-600 word personal critical reflection relating to your experience of working in a group during this task. Your experiences and insights will need to draw upon (reference) relevant theory and evidence on group dynamics and interpersonal skills covered during the unit.

The individual critical reflection is to be submitted via Moodle by Friday, June 3, 11.59pm AEST.

This is a must-pass assessment item. Your individual grade for this assessment will be the combined marks from both parts.

Part 1- Group presentation: This component will be graded out of 30 marks. You will be judged as a group. That is, all members of the group will receive the same mark, regardless of contribution. Marks will be allocated according to each of the following criteria:

1. Organisation (8 marks):

• The presentation clearly addresses the topic and provides an appropriate amount of analysis, discussion and evaluation
• The type of presentation is appropriate for the topic and target audience
• Information is presented in a balanced and logical sequence (with a clear beginning, middle and end).

2. Content (12 marks):

• The introduction is attention-grabbing, introduces the problem well
• Technical terms are well defined and appropriate for the target audience
• Presentation appropriately uses and identifies credible sources of information
• An appropriate amount of material is prepared, and points made reflect their relative importance
• An obvious conclusion is delivered that effectively summarises the presentation and delivers appropriate and insightful take-home message/s

3. Presentation (10 marks):

• Speaker/s use an effective speaking style that exhibits enthusiasm, maintain good eye contact with the audience, and are appropriately animated (e.g. gestures, movement).
• Delivery is creative, engaging and appropriate for the medium chosen
• Visual aids are well prepared, informative, effective, and not distracting
• Length of presentation within the suggested time limits.

Part 2- Individual critical reflection: This component will be graded out of 20 marks. Marks will be allocated according to each of the following criteria:

Reflection on experience (6 marks):

• Describes personal role in the group, interest and enthusiasm in the project, participation in leading and facilitating discussion, and opinion about the quality of the final product. (3 marks)
  
• Describes how well the group cooperated, communicated and made decisions, how the group handled challenges, the benefits of groupwork, and challenges of groupwork (3 marks)

Connection to academic concepts (6 marks)

• Reflection integrates references to concepts, theory and evidence from the academic literature relating to group dynamics and your experiences working within a group. A minimum of two academic references is expected to be included.

Evidence of personal development (4 marks):

• Articulates new understanding or insights about themselves and/or groupwork as a result of the experience.

Presentation (4 marks):

• Quality of written communication and adherence to APA referencing style. (3 marks)
  
• Adheres to the word limit. (1 mark)

Your overall mark for this assessment will be calculated by adding the marks from part 1 and part 2.

Unit Learning Outcome 3 of this unit is only being assessed by this assessment. As such, in order to meet the learning outcomes, a minimum mark of 25/50 (50%) has been set for this assessment task. That is, in order to pass the unit, you must achieve this minimum mark.

For this assessment task, you will be required to set up and begin compiling an ePortfolio via the Portfolium website.

Portfolium is an academic portfolio network allowing you to showcase your education and work accomplishments and connect with other professionals. Your Portfolium profile allows you to organise and display previous educational and professional content through a variety of media (videos, documents, images). Portfolium allows you to connect with people and companies you already know, as well as follow companies you are interested in. You can discover and apply for jobs and add specific pieces of content to showcase your qualifications. You can also view content posted by other users to discover how they accomplished their work and comment or message them for advice.

After you have set up your portfolio in this unit, you will be required to update it throughout your undergraduate degree. Your final portfolio will be assessed again at the end of your third year before graduation (in the unit PSYC13026).

This is a must-pass assessment item.

This assessment will be graded out of 20 marks. Marks will be allocated according to each of the following criteria:

1. Set up a Portfolium account and profile, including your name, location, education, and current position. (2 marks)
2. Upload an appropriate profile photo, background photo, and tagline text. (2 marks)
3. Write an 'introduction' or mini-biography for your profile that provides appropriate insight into who you are, what you are currently doing, what you have done or where you have come from, why you are interested in psychology, and your aspirations for the future. (4 marks)
4. Upload a resume. (2 marks)
5. Under education, enter the details of your current degree (e.g. Bachelor of Psychological Science), and list the course learning outcomes. These can be found in the CQU Handbook. (2 marks)
6. List at least one unit that you have completed at university (it can be this unit), including the title, description, date studied and the unit learning outcomes. These are available from the unit profile. (2 marks)
7. Upload at least one 'project' that showcases a piece of academic work or personal project that you have completed (it can be an assessment from this unit). Include a description of what the task was and what skills it highlights. (2 marks)
8. Highlight at least one accomplishment, achievement, certificate, award or experience (2 marks)
9. Connect to at least one other user (e.g. a classmate or unit coordinator) (1 mark)
10. Connect to a group, network or company related to an area of interest (1 mark)

After you have created your profile in Portfolium, provide the unit coordinator with an accessible link to your portfolio via the Moodle Assessment Tile. Ensure that the link is either public or that a private link is provided (see Moodle for instructions).

Unit Learning Outcome 4 of this unit is only being assessed by this assessment. As such, in order to meet the learning outcomes, a minimum mark of 10/20 (50%) has been set for this assessment task. That is, in order to pass the unit, you must achieve this minimum mark.