How I got an A
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The document outlines strategies for achieving an 'A' grade in academic assignments, including evaluation criteria and tips from successful students. Key themes include the importance of understanding assignment requirements, effective study habits, and seeking help from resources such as learning consultants and workshops. The document also discusses ethical considerations in decision-making, particularly through the lens of utilitarianism.
How I got an A
- 1. How I got an A These slides can be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/howIgotanA
- 2. CONTENTS What is an A grade assignment? Ten top tips from Massey A grade students Choosing strategies that will work for you
- 3. IDENTIFYING WHAT COUNTS $99 $1, 349 Why?
- 4. Evaluation Criteria for smartphones DESIGN MATERIALS RELIABILITY USABILITY APPLICATIONS ORIGINALITY
- 5. A + D Why?
- 6. Evaluation Criteria DESIGN MATERIALS RELIABILITY USABILITY APPLICATIONS ORIGINALITY STRUCTURE FACTS, THEORY FEW ERRORS READABILITY EXAMPLES ORIGINALITY
- 7. Is this an ‘A’? • Take 2 minutes to read a paragraph from a Business Case Study assignment • Tell your partner: Is this ‘A’ grade work? Why / Why not?
- 8. This case study focuses on a chain of clothes shops. Firstly, the chain employs a thousand people in New Zealand. Secondly, the long-term future of this business is at risk because of rising costs and falling sales. On the other hand, a very attractive deal has been offered by a clothes exporter in a developing country. Moreover, profits could be significantly increased. Furthermore, concerns have been expressed by a sales manager regarding employee conditions at this exporter which affect the workers, the majority of whom are female. Therefore, Utilitarianism which means the “greatest happiness of the greatest number” (Mill, 1848) must be considered in this case.
- 9. In this case, there is a chain of clothes shops. Firstly, the chain employs a thousand people in New Zealand. Secondly, the long-term future of this business is at risk because of rising costs and falling sales. On the other hand, a very attractive deal has been offered by a clothes exporter in a developing country. Moreover, profits could be significantly increased. Furthermore, concerns have been expressed by a sales manager regarding employee conditions at this exporter which affect the workers, the majority of whom are female. Therefore, Utilitarianism which means the “greatest happiness of the greatest number” (Mill, 1848) must be considered in this case. STRUCTURE FACTS, THEORY FEW ERRORS READABILITY EXAMPLES ORIGINALITY C / D
- 10. Try again! Another way to consider this decision is to focus on its consequences. Ethical theories which focus on the consequences are known as consequentialist (Smith, 2009). According to one of these theories, Utilitarianism, decision-makers need to focus on the consequences of an action for everyone who is affected. An action can only be considered justified if it is intended to bring the greatest happiness to the greatest number of people (Richards, 2011). The strength of this approach to ethics is that it encourages decision-makers to consider in a practical way the ‘bigger picture’ of their actions’ in terms of their effects on others, not only on themselves. On the other hand, as Brown (2006) points out, happiness cannot be objectively measured. And a narrow interpretation of this approach might lead to a view that any actions are allowed since ‘the end justifies the means’.
- 11. Another way to consider this decision is to focus on its consequences. Ethical theories which focus on the consequences are generally known as consequentialist (Smith, 2009). According to one of these theories, Utilitarianism, decision-makers need to focus on the consequences of an action for everyone who is affected. An action can only be considered justified if it is intended to bring the greatest happiness to the greatest number of people (Richards, 2011). The strength of this approach to ethics is that it encourages decision-makers to consider in a practical way the ‘bigger picture’ of their actions’ in terms of their effects on others, not only on themselves. On the other hand, as Brown (2006) points out, happiness cannot be objectively measured. And a narrow interpretation of this approach might lead to a view that any actions are allowed since ‘the end justifies the means’. STRUCTURE FACTS, THEORY FEW ERRORS READABILITY EXAMPLES ORIGINALITY A
- 12. • Attend our online workshops • See tinyurl.com/masseystudyup
- 13. TEN TOP TIPS FROM ‘A’ STUDENTS I always write it down what I have to do in my diary – like when the lecturer recommended some reading. And when I did it, I crossed it off the list. Na Yeong, Nursing
- 14. Try to read each week’s material before the lecture. You will be able to ask questions and participate more in class. It will also help you get noticed by the lecturer. Olya, Accounting
- 15. The after chapter exercises are very important. Try to do as many as possible and always find the main point of each one. Jiting, Accounting and Finance
- 16. Interact with classmates, especially those who are not your country mates - Cultural difference enables your thinking. Xiaolong, Management
- 17. If you don't understand something in class and don't feel comfortable asking the lecturer in front of the other students, write down the question. Ask the lecturer after class and make sure to write down their response as to not to forget. Rebecca, Science
- 18. I use a highlighter if the lecturer mentioned something during the lecture and those are always on the test. And I read my notes as many times as I can. Na Yeong, Nursing
- 19. Go over practice exercises for each week – there is a high possibility that questions on the exam will be similar to those provided. Olya, Accounting
- 20. Essay writing is not my thing; therefore, I always go to the CTL to get some help. The CTL staff are amazing; thanks to their help, I have never received less than 75% for my essays and reports. Olya, Accounting ctlalb@massey.ac.nz 09 441 8143
- 21. A pledge is a kind of promise that you will do something A pledge card is something you carry around to remind you Complete a pledge card on the sheet which your group has Study skills pledge card When your group has completed your cards, bring it up to the front to be laminated and take your card
- 22. Complete a pledge card on the sheet which your group has When your group has completed your cards, bring it up to the front to be laminated and take your card In order to improve my learning performance this year, I, _________________, pledge to: 1) 2) Choose things that are practical and will work for you
- 23. • Discuss your assignments etc with a learning consultant at the CTL Library – Level 3 Email: ctlalb@massey.ac.nz Phone: (09) 212 7117
- 24. WORKSHOPS Attend a library workshop: tinyurl.com/masseylibraryworkshops Attend an online, ‘Study Up’ workshop: tinyurl.com/masseystudyup CONSULTATIONS See a learning (or writing) consultant: tinyurl.com/masseyconsultation See a subject librarian (postgrad only): tinyurl.com/masseylibrarian Book a library room for your group project: tinyurl.com/masseylibraryroom Quick links to Massey resources
- 25. VIDEOS APA Referencing: tinyurl.com/masseyapavideo Essay writing: tinyurl.com/masseyessayvideo Report writing: tinyurl.com/masseyreportvideo Lit review writing: tinyurl.com/masseylitreviewvideo Thesis writing: tinyurl.com/masseythesisvideo Editing your work: tinyurl.com/masseyeditingvideo WRITING, EXAMS AND REFERENCING TOOLS AND GUIDES Check your class timetable: tinyurl.com/masseyclasstimetable Check the examination timetable: tinyurl.com/masseyexamtimetable Download an exam survival guide: tinyurl.com/masseyexamsurvival Plan assignments: tinyurl.com/masseyassignmentplanner
- 26. Report writing: tinyurl.com/masseyreportwriting Essay writing: tinyurl.com/masseyessaywriting APA referencing: tinyurl.com/masseyapainteractive Endnote : tinyurl.com/masseyendnote See slides from Massey presentations: tinyurl.com/masseyslides OTHER SERVICES Services for Maori students: tinyurl.com/masseymaori Services for Pasifika students: tinyurl.com/masseypasifika Workshops and support to help you feel well: tinyurl.com/masseywellness Apply for special consideration for examinations because of illness (this is known as ‘aegrotat’): tinyurl.com/masseyillness Services for students with a disability : tinyurl.com/masseydisability
- 27. See you next time! These slides can be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/howIgotanA TOPIC DATE TIME * How I got an A July 20 4 pm Make Auckland your Talkland July 27 4 pm INZights August 3 4 pm In other words August 10 4 pm Firstly, secondly .. stop August 17 4 pm Proofreading bingo August 24 4 pm