Individual/Group Individual
Length 800 words (+/- 10%)
Learning Outcomes a) Explain the importance of self- awareness and emotional intelligence, and analyse its impact on professional competencies
b) Integrate strategies to effectively interact with others in a diverse professional context
c) Identify and reflect on own strengths and their application in the business context
d) Reflect on feedback to identify opportunities for self-improvement and professional development
Submission By 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday of module 4.2 (week 8)
For Intensive (6 week) class: by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT
Sunday of Module 4.2 (Week 4)
Weighting 25%
Total Marks 100 marks
Context
A key to self-directed learning is reflection. Reflection enables the ability to examine situations in order to better understand the surrounding context and identify potential improvements for the future. This assessment task builds on assessment 1 and 2 to further develop your awareness and reflective learning ability while also assessing your understanding of the topics covered in module 4. As with assessment 1 and 2, you must write your journal entry in the first person and should try to be as open and honest with yourself as you can.
Please also visit the Academic Skills blackboard page for an overview of reflective writing in higher education: https://laureate-
au.blackboard.com/webapps/blackboard/content/listContent.jsp?course_id=_20163_1&co ntent_id=_2498857_1&mode=reset
Instructions
This Assessment is comprised of –
Part 1 An Interview with a class colleague as outlined below
Part 2 A Reflective Journal based on that interview using the Guiding Questions
After completing the Learning Material on Diversity & Inclusion as outlined in the module 4.1 and on VUCA in Module 4.2, either select a class colleague or your learning facilitator will allocate pairs. Aim for your class colleague to be different to you in at least 3 of the below social identify indicators.
PART 1:
Create a 5-7 minute podcast interview with another student (you will need to include a link to this podcast in your Assessment 3 with each student having 5-7 minutes.)
Find three ways that a class colleague is different to you in terms of social identity. These could be based on:
Age
Gender
Cultural background
Religion
Indigenous Aboriginal & Torres Strait Island background
Disability
Sexual orientation
Socio-economic background
Marital status / Relationship status In your interview use these Guiding Questions:
1. Tell me about your social identity.
2. What are you most proud of having achieved in your life?
3. What obstacles have you had to face?
4. Professional identity – what industry do you work in / or hope to work in?
5. What should your future employer know about the skills you have and your story to help build a diversity and inclusive workplace / industry in a VUCA world?
Remember to mention your names, date and times of the interview at the beginning of the recording.
PART 2:
Using the interview information and the theoretical concepts on Diversity & Inclusion & VUCA as outlined in the module 4 learning resources, compose your reflective journal entry outlining what you have learned from the interview:
1. What have you learnt about yourself from the results of this interview?
2. What specific theoretical concepts from this module give you the greatest understanding of your own approach to Diversity & Inclusion?
3. What competencies, skills and qualities will be most critical for you to achieve your future career goals in a VUCA world?
4. Explain which of your top 5 Gallup Talents would be most valuable in developing this competency.
References & Appendix
1. You need to include four references
2. At least two references must be from the sources in Module 4.1 & 4.2 which present the theoretical concepts identified, to support your ideas
3. Include at least one additional resource about diversity that you believe is valuable to develop other people’s learning in relation to inclusion
4. Include in the appendix of your Assessment 3 a link to your recording and ensure it can be accessed by your learning facilitator. Alternatively upload the audio file (mp3) into the Submissions portal
5. Video interview files (such as mp4 or from phone or zoom) are also acceptable
6. Follow the APA 6th edition style of referencing to cite your academic resources and provide your reference list.
Submission Instructions
Submit your Reflective Journal 3: Diversity & Inclusion via the Assessment link in the main navigation menu in BIZ102 Understanding People and Organisations. The learning facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.
The Learning Rubric below is your guide to how your assessment task will be marked. Please be sure to check this rubric very carefully before submission.
Learning Rubric: Assessment 3- Reflective journal: Diversity & Inclusion
Assessment Attributes Fail (Unacceptable) 0-49% Pass
(Functional)
50-64% Credit
(Proficient) 65-74% Distinction
(Advanced)
75 -84% High Distinction
(Exceptional)
85-100%
Diversity & Inclusion reflection and linkage to theory
40%
Journal entry demonstrates a limited attempt to reflect on the results of Diversity & Inclusion, with no/limited attempt to apply theoretical concepts and to use professional/personal experience examples to support ideas.
Journal entry demonstrates a basic attempt to reflect on the results of Diversity & Inclusion, with a basic attempt to apply theoretical concepts and to use
professional/personal experience examples to support ideas.
Journal entry
demonstrates an adequate reflection on the results of Diversity & Inclusion, with a critical application of theoretical concepts and
use of
professional/personal experience examples to support ideas. Journal entry
demonstrates a thorough reflection on the results of Diversity & Inclusion, with a critical and indepth application of theoretical concepts and
use of
professional/personal experience examples to support ideas. Journal entry demonstrates an expert reflection on the results of Diversity & Inclusion, with an in-depth, critical and meticulous application of theoretical concepts and use of professional/personal experience examples to support ideas.
Professional practice reflection
30%
Journal entry shows no or limited evidence of reflective thinking in regards to how gained insights from selfassessment could be used to improve students future professional practice in a globalised, VUCA world.
Journal entry shows some evidence of reflective thinking and generically articulates how gained insights from self-assessment could be used to improve students future professional practice in a globalised, VUCA world.
Journal entry shows evidence of adequate reflective thinking and generically articulates how gained insights from selfassessment could be leveraged to improve students future professional practice in a globalised, VUCA world.
Journal entry shows evidence of thorough reflective thinking and clearly articulates how gained insights from selfassessment could be used to improve students future professional practice in a globalised, VUCA world.
Journal entry shows evidence of thorough and critical reflective thinking and clearly articulates how gained insights from selfassessment could be used to improve students future professional practice in a globalised, VUCA world.
Structure and flow of ideas
20% Journal entry does not present sufficient information, ideas or evidence.
Journal entry lacks logical/clear structure and flow of ideas, making it difficult to understand.
Line of reasoning is unclear and difficult to follow. Journal entry presents information, ideas and evidence sufficiently, however these require further logic and clarity.
Journal entry has a sufficient structure, however flow of ideas are a challenge and can be difficult to understand.
Line of reasoning is passable, however, can sometimes be difficult to follow and requires clarity. Journal entry presents information, ideas and evidence clearly and logically.
Journal entry has a good structure, with a good flow of ideas.
Line of reasoning is of a good standard and easy to follow.
Journal entry presents information and arguments in a logical and clear way, which is well supported by evidence.
Journal entry has a very good structure, with a strong flow of ideas; opinions and ideas are expressed in a clear and concise manner with obvious connection to topic.
Line of reasoning is clear, logical and easy to follow. Journal entry is expertly presented; descriptive, concise and informative, exceptionally developed and well supported by evidence.
Journal entry has an excellent structure, with a strong, clear flow of ideas; engages and sustains the audiences interest in the topic and
the reader can immediately grasp the relevancy.
Line of reasoning is excellent; demonstrating a clear, logical flow of ideas and arguments that are easy to follow.
Correct citation of key resources
10%
Does not use sufficient sources.
Does not include correct references or intext citations; does not use APA 6th style.
Uses sufficient sources, however can be greatly improved.
Attempts to include references or in-text citations, however these are sometimes insufficient for research purposes, or incorrect; Shows good evidence of attempts to source information.
Includes in-text citations and references from suitable sources; uses APA 6th style, however may contain minor citation or referencing errors. Shows evidence of wide scope for sourcing evidence.
Includes in-text citations and references from suitable sources; uses APA 6th style, containing minimal and or no errors. Shows evidence of extensive scope for
sourcing evidence
Includes in-text citations and references from suitable sources; uses APA 6th style, containing no errors.
uses APA 6th style, however may contain some citation or referencing errors.
