Module Title: Global Debates Module Code: MOD006960
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
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Assessment
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Coursework
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Assessment code:
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010
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Academic Year:
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2019/20
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Trimester:
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1
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Module Title:
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Global Debates
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Module Code:
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MOD006960
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Level:
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3
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Weighting:
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100%
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Word Limit:
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1,500 words
This excludes bibliography and other items listed in rule 6.75 of the Academic Regulations: http://web.anglia.ac.uk/anet/academic/public/academic_regs.pdf
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Assessed Learning Outcomes
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1, 2 and 4
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Submission Deadline
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TBC
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WRITING YOUR ASSIGNMENT:
- This assignment must be completed individually.
- You must clearly indicate the sources you have used.
- Your work must indicate the number of words you have used. Written assignments must not exceed the specified maximum number of words. When a written assignment is marked, the excessive use of words beyond the word limit is reflected in the academic judgement of the piece of work which results in a lower mark being awarded for the piece of work (regulation 6.74).
- Assignment submissions are to be made anonymously. Do not write your name anywhere on your work.
- Write your student ID number at the top of every page.
- Where the assignment comprises more than one task, all tasks must be submitted in a single document.
- You must number all pages.
ASSIGNMENT QUESTION
Choose ONE of the debate topics selected for your course specialism that was NOT used for the Interim Assessed Debates (see tables below).
Using relevant ideas and concepts from the session and supporting information, write a 1500-word argumentative essay that identifies and evaluates both the ‘for’ and ‘against’ positions related to the selected topic.
Debate topic options by specialism:
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Business & Marketing
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Customer profiling decreases representation, rather than increasing it
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The Environment
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Marketers bear responsibility for creating our wasteful society
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Brexit
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Marketing will be affected by Brexit more than other corporate industries
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World Politics
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Digital marketing tactics pose a threat to democracy
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Technology
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Promoting ads based on passive voice recordings should be avoided
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Health & Social Care / Healthcare Management
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Additional NHS services should be privatised to reduce health inequalities
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The Environment
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Climate change should officially be declared a ‘health emergency’
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Brexit
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Brexit will create health risks for UK and EU citizens
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World Politics
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Billionaire philanthropy is a beneficial force
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Technology
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Robot doctors represent a negative step in terms of patient experience
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International Business Management
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Workers with the same job title deserve the same pay rate
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The Environment
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Cost-factors outweigh environmental factors
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Brexit
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Brexit planning should be the number one priority for managers today
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World Politics
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Countries should not be run like companies
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Technology
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It is wrong for companies to analyse candidates` social media profiles when making a decision to hire
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Finance & Accounting
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Positive action is not enough to address employment inequalities in the finance and accounting industries
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The Environment
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Going green is more economically beneficial than detrimental for companies
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Brexit
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The impact of Brexit on taxation will be minimal
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World Politics
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The EU holds the balance of power in post-Brexit trade talks
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Technology
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Accountancy firms should put blockchain adoption top of their priority list
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Law & Accounting / Business & Accounting
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Positive action is not enough to address employment inequality in the legal sector
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The Environment
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To protect them from environmental damage, vital natural resources should be given the same legal rights as humans
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Brexit
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Brexit will not have a significant effect on UK law
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World Politics
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The ‘Panama Papers’ scandal fundamentally changed the international accountancy landscape
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Technology
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Autonomous cars should now be made legal on public roads
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Events Management / Hospitality Management / Tourism Management
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Venues and other service providers should have the right to refuse entry/service to patrons who do not fit their belief set
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The Environment
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The hotel industry is unable to meet the environmental targets set out by the Hotel Global Decarbonisation Report
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Brexit
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Hospitality managers should give EU workers financial incentives to stay after Brexit
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World Politics
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Tourism is the corporate sector that contributes the most to international co-operation
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Technology
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Japan`s `Robot Hotel` proves the hospitality industry is resistant to automation
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Business and Human Resources Management
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Theme:
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Topic:
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Equality & Diversity
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Workers with the same job title deserve the same pay rate
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The Environment
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Climate change is an opportunity for recruiters
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Brexit
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Brexit planning should be the number one priority for HR managers today
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World Politics
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Companies should not be run like countries
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Technology
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It is wrong for HR staff to analyse candidates` social media profiles when making a decision to hire
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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
This is a skills module. You will be assessed on your ability to develop a clear, logical and appropriately evidenced position both in favour and against a selected topic.
Allocation of Marks
- Task response: Appraise the topic; support with explanation of relevant theory and discussion
- Structure: Organise your essay into three clearly-defined sections as outlined in the section below
- Source information: Identify and accurately interpret relevant source information from authoritative sources and use to support each premise
- Comparison of premises: Denote and compare the importance of various premises in relation to one another
- Clarity of expression: Use formal, academic and debate-specific language (e.g. ‘rebuttal’) in addition to suitable paragraph formatting (e.g. the model introduced via Research Skills 1)
Evidence
Each main body paragraph should include some form of evidence. The evidence should align with the criteria for selection set out in class.
Suitable evidence sources might include:
- Academic journal articles / academic studies
- Articles from reputable news agencies
- Statistics, data or statements from recognised industry / governmental bodies
- Non-commercial company information
Personal examples DO NOT count as evidence, but may be used as examples in addition to formal evidence.
All evidence should be cited within the main body and included within a dedicated ‘References’ section at the end of the essay
Structure
Essays should be divided into three distinct subsections:
Section 1: Introduction (approximately 100-150 words)
- Set out the thesis / broad conclusion you intend to draw in relation to the topic
- Establish the context and importance of the debate topic
- Summarise the premises to be used for / against the selected topic within the main body
Section 2: Main Body (approximately 1,200 words, divided into two sections)
- Establish and evaluate an argument in favour of the selected topic (approximately 600 words)
- Establish and evaluate an argument against the selected topic (approximately 600 words)
Each main body paragraph should identify, evidence and interpret one premise (reason why the argument in favour / against the selected topic may appear valid).
Section 3: Conclusion (approximately 100-150 words)
- Re-state the thesis / broad conclusion you have drawn in relation to the topic
- Establish the context and importance of the debate topic
- Summarise the premises used for / against the selected topic within the main body
References List
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