[ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING] IELTS General Training Writing Assignment
Name: _______________ Date: ________________
IELTS General Training Assignment
__ /10 Knowledge (K), __ /10 Application (A), __ /10 Communication (C), __ /10 Thinking (T), __ /40 Total Marks
In this assignment, you will complete a similar assessment as the writing component of IELTS General Training. For this assignment, there is no time limit and the work is marked on a percentage scale. You are also expected to present your work to the class.
Writing Task 1 (at least 150 words):
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter, you should: describe the situation, explain your problems and why it is difficult to work, and say what kind of accommodation you would prefer.
Writing Task 2 (at least 250 words):
In Britain, when someone gets old they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them. Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
This assignment is marked holistically according to the following rubric:
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Categories |
Level 1 (50-59%) |
Level 2 (60-69%) |
Level 3 (70-79%) |
Level 4 (80-100%) |
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Knowledge |
Limited understanding of featured texts and literacy concepts |
Some understanding of featured texts and literacy concepts |
Good understanding of featured texts and literacy concepts |
Excellent understanding of featured texts and literacy concepts |
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Application |
Limited skills in presenting work: boring to watch |
Some effort in presenting work: mildly interesting to watch |
Skill demonstrated in presenting work: interesting |
Excellent level of skill in presenting work: very interesting to watch |
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Communication |
Limited ability to effectively communicate course concepts |
Some ability to effectively communicate course concepts |
Good ability to effectively communicate course concepts |
Excellent ability to effectively communicate course concepts |
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Thinking |
Limited thought, shows little effort, does not show learning |
Includes some interesting points but may not be useful |
Evidence of thoughtfulness, good answers |
Insightful, shows learning, and useful, interesting answers |
Self-Assessment
What mark do I deserve for this assignment? Refer to the rubric and provide reasons for why you deserve this mark.
Peer Assessment Presenter: _________________
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Categories |
Level 1 (50-59%) |
Level 2 (60-69%) |
Level 3 (70-79%) |
Level 4 (80-100%) |
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Application (based on peer assessment) |
Limited skills in presenting written work: boring to watch |
Some skill in presenting written work: mildly interesting to watch |
Skill demonstrated in presenting written work: interesting |
Excellent level of skill in presenting written work: very interesting to watch |
After hearing this presentation from ________________, circle which category of marks you think the presenter deserves and explain why.