ASSIGNMENT

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OUMH2203

ENGLISH FOR WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION

JANUARY 2016 SEMESTER
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INSTRUCTIONS TO STUDENTS
1.

This assignment contains only ONE (1) question that is set in the language of the printed module for the
course.

2.

Answer in English.

3.

Learners are to submit assignment only in MS-WORD format unless specified otherwise. Please refrain
from converting text/phrases into picture format such as .gif / .jpeg / print screen / etc.

4.

Download the language version of the assignment template concerned from the myVLE for preparation
and submission of your assignment. Your assignment should be typed using 12 point Times New Roman
font and 1.5 line spacing.

5.

Your assignment should be between 2000 to 2500 words excluding references. Do not copy the
assignment question and instructions to your answer. Only assignment answer developed within the
approximate word limit will be assessed. The number of words should be shown at the end of your
assignment.

6.

You must submit your assignment ONLINE via the myVLE. Refer to the portal for instructions on the
procedures to submit your assignment online. You are advised to keep a copy of your submitted
assignment and proof of the submission for personal reference.

7.

You can submit your assignment ONCE only in a SINGLE file.

8.

Your assignment must be submitted between 7th 20th March 2016. Submission after 20th March 2016
will NOT be accepted.

9.

Your assignment should be prepared individually. You should not copy another persons assignment. You
should also not plagiarise another persons work as your own.

10. Please take note that PENALTY will be imposed on late submission of assignment as specified in the
Registrars Office circular 6/2012 (Refer to Registrars Announcement in myVLE).
11. Please ensure that you keep the RECEIPT issued upon submisson of your assignment as proof of
submission. Your assignment is considered as NOT submitted if you fail to produce the submission receipt
in any dispute arises concerning assignment submission.

EVALUATION
This assignment accounts for 40% of the total marks for the course and shall be assessed
based on the Rubrics or Answer Scheme attached.
You would be given feedback on the assignment before the Final Semester Examination
commences.
PLAGIARISM: MARKS DEDUCTION
Warning: The submitted assignment will automatically undergo a similarity check. If
plagiarism is detected, marks would be deducted as follows:
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Similarity Percentage (%)

0 30
30.01 50
50.01 70
70.01 - 100

Marks Deduction (%)

0
5
10
100

ASSIGNMENT QUESTION
PURPOSE
The purpose of this assignment is to develop the learners ability to organize information and
write a good report.
QUESTION
Many Malaysians have difficulty communicating in English in the
workplace, especially when it comes to business-related matters.
Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? Does this apply to both oral and written
communication? What are some possible causes of this situation?
TASKS:
1.

Give reasons for the stand you take, and substantiate your responses with examples
from experiences in your workplace or at offices that you have visited.

2.

Your answers must be written in a report form maximum of 2000-2500 words,

excluding title page and appendices. Where relevant and appropriate, cite references
to material that you have read.

Note: In writing your report, try to be as detailed as you can, by giving in-depth descriptions
of the problems and recommendations.

[Total: 40 marks]

Assignment Rubrics
OUMH2203 ENGLISH FOR WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
JANUARY 2016 SEMESTER

Criteria

Weight

Missing
Item
0
No introduction.

Low

Fair

Above average

Excellent

1
There is no clear
introduction to the
main topic or structure
of the paper.

2
The introduction
states the main topic,
but does not
adequately preview
the structure of the
paper nor is it
particularly inviting to
the reader.
The main idea is
somewhat clear, but
there is a need for
more supporting
information.

3
The introduction
clearly states the
main topic and
previews the
structure of the
paper, but is not
particularly inviting
to the reader.
The main idea is
clear but the
supporting
information is
general.

4
The introduction is
inviting, states the
main topic and
previews the
structure of the
paper.
There is one clear,
well-focused topic.
Main idea stands out
and is supported by
detailed information.

16

The conclusion is
recognizable, but does
not tie up several
loose ends.

The conclusion is
recognizable and
ties up almost all the
loose ends.

The conclusion is
strong and leaves the
reader with a feeling
that they understand
what the writer is
"getting at."

INTRODUCTION

CONTENT

The main idea is

not mentioned.

The main idea is not

clear. There is a
seemingly random
collection of
information.

1.5

No conclusion.

There is no clear
conclusion, the paper
just ends.

CONCLUSION

Max
Marks
8

Criteria
ORGANISATION

LANGUAGE/
GRAMMAR

Weight
1

1.5

Missing
Item
0
No details.

Writer makes
more than 5
errors in grammar
or spelling that
distracts the
reader from the
content.

Low

Fair

Above average

Excellent

Max
Marks
4

1
Many details are not in
a logical or expected
order. There is little
sense that the writing
is organised.

2
Some details are not
in a logical or
expected order, and
this distracts the
reader.

3
Details are placed in
a logical order, but
the way in which
they are presented/
introduced
sometimes makes
the writing less
interesting.

4
Details are placed in
a logical order and
the way they are
presented effectively
keeps the interest of
the reader.

Writer makes more

than 4 errors in
grammar or spelling
that distract the reader
from the content.

Writer makes 3-4

errors in grammar or
spelling that distract
the reader from the
content.

Writer makes 1-2

errors in grammar or
spelling that distract
the reader from the
content.

Writer makes no
errors in grammar or
spelling that
distracts the reader
from the content.

TOTAL MARKS

40