English Language and Study Skills for Mathematics (EAP115) 2024-2025 Year 2 Semester 1

EAP115 Project Writing Coursework (Project WCW) Task Sheet [Final]

Student Version

Assignment:

Write a Problem-Solution-Evaluation essay (800 ±10% words, excluding titles, section headings, the Reference List, and the Project Source Integration Chart (SIC)).

Task:

Write a Problem-Solution-Evaluation essay about one proposed solution which is evaluated to address one clear negative effect of globalization:

Core Task Requirements

All core task requirements must be fulfilled. Failure to fulfil any core task requirement means a points deduction from the EAP115 Project grade. You may fail if your essay does not meet all the core task requirements.

You must:

1. write a Problem-Solution-Evaluation essay about one proposed solution which is evaluated to address one clear negative effect of globalization.

2. include all relevant sections: Introduction, Problem, Solution, Evaluation, Conclusion, and the Reference List with each including a relevant section heading.

3. use a minimum of 7 appropriate academic English language sources.

- at least one visual aid such as a data set, graph, table, or chart must be used, cited, and referenced.

Assessment Details

• Assessment Type: Individual

• Learning Outcomes assessed: A, B, C, D, E

• Percentage of Module Mark: 50%

o The EAP115 Project is comprised of WCW and SCW tasks

o The Project WCW task is worth 40% of the total Project grade

• Where and when to submit: Upload your submission (PSE essay, Reference List, and SIC) to the designated Dropbox on the EAP115 Assessment page on Learning Mall Core (LMC) before the submission deadline in Week 7 on Tuesday 1st April at 10:00.

Please remember that dropbox submissions cannot be changed once the submission deadline has passed. It is the responsibility of the student to check the correct file is submitted and that it can be opened.

Key Dates for the EAP115 Project WCW:

A. Distribution of the Project WCW task sheet: Semester 1, Week 11 (Tuesday)

B. First draft peer review: Semester 2, Class 2B

C. First draft submission deadline: Semester 2, Week 3 (10:00 on Monday 3rd March 2025)

D. First draft feedback returned: Semester 2, Week 5 (Friday 21st March 2025)

E. First draft feedback individual tutorial: Semester 2, Week 6

F. Final submission deadline: Semester 2, Week 7 (10:00 on Tuesday 1st April 2025)

G. Distribution of the Project SCW task sheet: Semester 2, Week 6 (13:00 on Friday 28th March 2025)

*Any changes to these key dates will be announced by email and LMC announcement

Formatting Requirements

All written assignments must use these formatting standards:

• Create and save the essay in a .doc or .docx format

• Filename: EAP115-Project-Student ID number (e.g. EAP115-Project-3030609)

• Line space: 1.5

• Word font: Calibri or Arial

• Font size: 12 points

• Include page numbers

Important:

• When citing and referencing, the XJTLU Harvard Referencing System must be used. The guide can be found on LMC here and on the XJTLU Library website here.

- This includes all visual aids being clearly cited and referenced.

• When submitting your Project WCW, please include your Project SIC. This should be included after your Reference List. The Project SIC can be found here.

- The Project SIC will support how source information is used and how Reference Lists are compiled.

• It is your responsibility to download your submitted file and check if the submission is a readable file.

• You may receive 0% for an assessment if there is a technical issue opening a submission created using WPS or other unacceptable formats.

Marking and Feedback

o The final draft will be assessed using the EAP115 writing marking descriptor included on page 6 of this task sheet.

o Feedback will be provided in line with standardized requirements agreed on EAP115 on failed features and penalties concerning Academic Integrity and Word Count issues.

o You will receive individual feedback on the first draft of this essay at the end of Week 5. You must use this information to prepare questions for the individual tutorial sessions in Week 6, where you may ask your lecturer questions and engage in a discussion that will help you understand how to further improve your Project WCW first draft before the final submission deadline at the beginning of Week 7.

o An assessment report for the Project will provide general feedback to all students after the exam moderation is complete and marks are released.

Essay Format

Your essay must be written using the following structure as introduced on EAP115:

• Introduction: Briefly introduce and highlight the general problem of globalization in the opening sentence, and provide additional general background information. It is recommended to have at least one citation in the introduction. A valid thesis statement must be present at the end of your introduction.

o The suggested word count for the Introduction section is around 100 words.

o Consider using data, figures, or statistics to highlight this problem.

• Problem: Based on your research and knowledge, introduce, describe and explain one clear negative effect of globalization listed in the Introduction. A clear topic sentence must be included at the beginning to indicate the purpose of this section. Supporting details such as evidence and examples must be cited.

o The suggested word count for the Problem section is around 200 words.

o Consider using data, figures, or statistics to highlight issues surrounding this one negative effect.

• Solution: Based on your research and knowledge, introduce, describe and explain one solution to the one negative effect of globalization introduced in the Problem section. A clear topic sentence must be included at the beginning to indicate the chosen solution. Supporting details such as evidence and examples must be cited.

o The suggested word count for the Solution section is around 150 words.

• Evaluation: Based on your research and knowledge, discuss how effectively this one solution deals with the one clear negative effect of globalization. Evaluate this solution by describing at least one advantage and at least one disadvantage including supporting details such as examples and evidence to support your points. Finally, a clear stance must be evident to indicate if you believe this solution may solve the negative effect of the problem. You must include a clear topic sentence at the beginning to show the purpose of this section.

o The suggested word count for the Evaluation section is around 250 words.

o Consider using data, figures, or statistics to support the evaluation of this one solution.

• Conclusion: A valid restated thesis statement should be offered before providing a brief summary of the main points of your essay. A final thought or future prediction regarding this topic could be used to conclude.

o The suggested word count for the Conclusion section is no more than 100 words.

• Reference List

• Source Integration Chart

Suggestions

Task:

o Read the Core Task Requirements on Page 1 and Essay Format on Page 3 when planning this task.

o Is your one clear negative effect of globalization related to a logical theme? Logical themes include but are not limited to the economy, the environment, or society.

- Consider your expertise and interest when considering a potential negative effect of globalization.

o Organise your ideas clearly and logically. Plan carefully before attempting to write your essay.

o Consider how the Introduction and Problem sections should tackle different aspects of this issue.

o How should the Solution and Evaluation sections tackle different aspects of the solution?

o What ‘additional general background information’ could feature in the Introduction?

- Possibilities include a definition, historical context, recent trends etc.

o Consider the difference between the Solution and Evaluation sections.

o How should the Solution and Evaluation sections tackle different aspects of the solution?

o Find and analyse several academic sources relating to the topic. Cite these sources to support your main ideas with details, reasons, explanations, data, or examples throughout your essay.

o Consider carefully how data, figures, or statistics could be used to support and develop your idea.

o When citing a visual aid such as a data set, infographic, table, chart, or graph then you must paste this into your essay. You should include this after the relevant section where it is cited such as the Introduction, but before the sub-heading for the following section.

o You must paraphrase, summarise or synthesize ideas and data you use from sources.

o a Source Integration Chart must also be provided to include this information.

o for instance, focus on the relevant sections of the data and explain the important trends, rather than listing all the numbers or simply repeating them.

o Include a range of integration techniques including integral and non-integral citations. Similarly, when using integral citations ensure that you utilize a range of appropriate and accurate reporting verbs.

o Informal sources such as Wikipedia, UKEssays.com, Scribbr or Baidu, and sources not originally produced in English will reduce the essay quality and cause issues in Task. If you are unsure about the appropriateness of a source, please refer to items highlighted in EAP115 such as the CRAAP Test or SCAPR tests in Semester 1, Week 1. If you are still unsure after attempting to analyse the source, consider checking this with your EAP115 lecturer.

Organisation:

o Consistency and connections should be achieved throughout your essay from cohesion between the introduction, sections of the essay, and the conclusion by including:

o an identifiable thesis statement at the very end of the introduction which should indicate the focus and structure of your essay.

o clear topic sentences for each section of the essay should highlight the specific focus of that section. A citation will not be accepted as an appropriate topic sentence.

o a restated thesis statement at the beginning of the conclusion which should align with your thesis statement.

Language:

o Consider how to use topic-specific vocabulary and how to reduce repetition.

o Use a range of linking words (e.g. ‘In addition, For instance, However, Firstly’).

o Follow the academic register in terms of lexical choices and grammatical structures.

o Follow academic writing style. guidelines introduced in Year 1 EAP.

o Proofread carefully to avoid causing issues for the reader.

General:

o Refer back to relevant feedback from Year 1 EAP and EAP115 on your academic writing. Try to correct any issues that you are already aware of. This is good practice to ensure that your EAP115 lecturer does not highlight the same issues in feedback resulting in less efficient feedback.

- This includes global FWCW feedback and the FWCW assessment report.

o After submitting your essay, check to see that it has been uploaded properly by downloading your document again and opening it.

o Refer to the Project WCW marking descriptor on Page 6 of this task sheet and the assessment area on EAP115’s LMC page to understand what is required for a better-quality essay.