Introduction
10% A definition of stigma not really attempted or clearly presented. There was no planned approach to the essay established in the introduction A definition of stigma was stated and the introduction to the essay included the purpose, but no clear indication of the approach to be taken An informative definition of stigma and a clearly structured introduction to the essay. Some key terms are used An informative and well supported definition of stigma and clearly structured introduction to the essay. Key terms are noted An informative and well supported definition of stigma and the key terms to be used, and a thorough and well structured introduction to the essay
Discussion
15% May discuss the experience of stigma or the sources of stigma but does not examine either very convincingly. May include some consumer accounts of the experience of stigma but overall a very superficial examination of the topic that misses important elements Discusses some of the themes or issues related to the experience of stigma. Presents 2 sources of stigma. Includes consumer accounts of their experiences of stigma. An analysis of some of the themes or issues related to the experience of stigma. Evaluates 2 sources of stigma. Includes consumer accounts of their experiences of stigma A thorough analysis of the themes or issues related to the experience of stigma. Evaluates a range of sources of stigma. Includes consumer accounts of their experiences of stigma. Discusses how personal and societal attitudes, beliefs and values impact on consumers Comprehensive analysis of the major themes or issues related to the experience of stigma. Evaluates a range of sources of stigma. Includes consumer accounts of their experiences of stigma. Reflects on how personal and societal attitudes, beliefs and values impact on consumers
Conclusion
5 % No conclusion or a minimal restatement of the aims of the paper Very superficial conclusion that vaguely summarises or just restates the propositions stated in the introduction Draws the essays argument together but essentially only summarises and does not discuss the connectedness or significance of the issues Summarises the main findings. Concludes the essay by outlining the main points of view and attempts to pull them together. Discusses the major findings of the paper and their significance Summarises the main findings and concludes the essay clearly and concisely by drawing the essays points of view together. Discusses significance and consequences of the findings
Referencing
5% No appropriate evidence cited in text. UTS-Harvard not adhered to. Low level but satisfactory use of literature – overuse of two or three forms of literature such as web sites or textbooks. Attempts to use Harvard-UTS but in text referencing errors and mistakes in reference list Uses literature (between 5 and 10 references) such as textbooks, journal articles, user websites, Australian mental health policies and reports, and documentary film but less range and variety. Errors in the use of Harvard-UTS and/or missing references Uses a range of literature (between 5 and 10) such as textbooks, journal articles, user websites, Australian mental health policies and reports, and documentary film. Minor errors in the use of Harvard-UTS Uses a range of literature (between 10 and 15) such as textbooks, journal articles, user websites, Australian mental health policies and reports, and documentary film. Meticulous referencing and use of Harvard-UTS
Mechanics / presentation
5% Too many typing, spelling and grammar errors. Word choices or sentences repetitive, incorrect, and/or not engaging. Unsatisfactory expression and presentation of ideas Typos, spelling and grammar errors need attention. Word choices or sentences are repetitive and not engaging. Satisfactory expression and presentation of ideas Some typos, spelling and grammar errors.