Interdisciplinary Project/ Business Group Award: Graded Unit 2
Background My background Graded Unit 2 –Brief/Plan 20% –Development 60% –Evaluation 20% Marking
Purpose and Benefits Provides a grade Integration of knowledge from across the course Introduces practical research and investigation Learning by doing
Greater autonomy Time management Relevance of planning Confidence Introduces referencing Prepares candidates for further study and employment
Delivery Issues Ensure that there are clear instructions Spend time going through the project process Provide ideas Set dates for submission Deliver across a year Act as a mentor/supervisor
Tips and Hints Keep close tabs Keep individual records Get a written submission of each title Try not to manage large numbers of candidates Set meetings Watch out for unachievable topics Ensure that candidates do not become over reliant on an organisation Don’t over participate/Don’t under participate