Critical Analysis of Two Journal Articles

August 3, 2020

Assessment Task 1 (20%)

Due Monday 15 August 2020 by 11.59 pm (1000 words). (Submit online using Turnitin)

In brief essay form (introduction, body and conclusion) you will critically analyze twopeer reviewed journal articleson any of the topics covered within this course by accessing the RMIT library. The critical analysis will involve the identification of the authors’:

a). key points

b). arguments

and the strengths of these two factors based on evidence related to the research that is cited and outlined by the authors.

(All students will be asked to present their findings for Task 1 briefly in class – non assessed activity)

Assessment Task 1 will be assessed against the following criteria each criterion is equally weighted:

Quality of selection of two peer reviewed journal article of relevance.
Identification of 1. key points, 2. arguments.
Assessment of the author’s research methodology (quality of citations, surveys, qualitative interviews, acknowledgment of previous research by the author, supported or unsupported evidence)
Clear written style (spelling, grammar, syntax etc.) and appropriate RMIT Harvard style referencing (in-text and list of references, following Easycitehttp://www.lib.rmit.edu.au/easy-cite/ guidelines

To obtain access to the peer reviews journals it is recommended you use “Ebscohost web” or “Proquest” to obtain peer review articles. Your tutor will provide added advice on this and you also have the RMIT Online Library Liaison office to guide to suitable peer reviewed journal articles – refer http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=cveiis1phdpg1

Assignment guidance and key steps

Step 1:Review the Course schedule and select a topic (or topics) that sparks interest or you feel passionate about.(Please see Topics below)

You can choose to focus on one topic or two. For example, you may wish to explore rewards on its own or take a look at recruiting and selecting employees, as well as managing diversity. The key is to ensure the topic(s) selected is covered in this course.

Weekly Topics

Key Concepts of HRM
Organisational Strategy and HRM
HRM Planning and Job Design in a Changing Global Market
HRM and Corporate Social Responsibility
The Ethical Dimension of HRM
Talent Recruitment, Retention and Development Finding the right people
Performance Management
Employee Motivation, Engagement and Culture
Work Readiness, Interpersonal Skills Careers and HRM Professionals
Artificial intelligence and the changing responsibilities of HRM Professionals
Critical Evaluation of HRM and Course Summary

Step 2:Find two peer reviewed journal articles related to your topic(s).

If you have selected one topic you will select two articles related to this topic. If you have selected two topics, you will select one article that relates to each topic.

You are free to use the same or different authors for the articles.
As HRM is a fast-moving discipline, the more recent the article the better, however, if there is a quality article that is still relevant and has not been advanced in regard to development of theory, then quality wins.

Finding peer reviewed journal articles

Start by exploring the following list of peers reviewed HRM journals.

Step 3: Critically analyse the two journal articles.

Identify the author’s key points and arguments.
Explain the strength of the key points and arguments based on evidence related to the research that is cited and outlined in the articles. Consider whether the research is current, relevant, reliable and valid.

Key points

What the article is about.

Arguments

· Idea of putting forward in support and against a proposition, providing evidence.

· Idea of making a case.

· Putting forward discussion with evidence to make a case.

Step 4: Consider how the articles reflect contemporary HR theories and concepts.

Was the author’s research valid, reliable and how does it compare to the competencies described in the AHRI model of excellence (AHRI 2019)?

Recommended essay structure

Section	What to include	Suggested word count
Title page	· Title. · Student name and ID. · Due date.	Not included.
Introduction	Describe what, how, why.	100
Main body	Article 1 · Key points. · Arguments. · Quality of research. Article 2 · Key points. · Arguments. · Quality of research.	800
Conclusion	Your reflections on the articles against the AHRI model and quality of research.	100
References	At a minimum you must include the two peer-reviewed journals. Any other sources must be referenced.	Not included.

Grading Rubric Task 1

Marking Guide/Rubric for Task 1

Weightings are assessed equally

Criteria	High Distinction	Distinction	Credit	Pass	Fail
Correct selection of two peer reviewed journal article of relevance	Has complied clearly and comprehensively with what is required in Task 1	Has complied with a good level for what is required in Task 1	Has complied at an adequate level for what is required in Task 1	Has complied generally with a reasonable level for what is required in Task 1 with some gaps	Has failed to grasp what was required in Task 1
Critical analysis Identification of 2 factors (key points and arguments) have been demonstrated	Demonstrates thorough analysis and identification of key points and arguments.	Demonstrates good analysis and identification of key points and arguments.	Demonstrates some analysis and identification of key points and arguments.	Demonstrates little analysis and identification of key points and arguments.	Fails to meet criteria for a pass as outlined in the columns to the left.
Critical analysis Assessment of the author’s research methodology	Thorough assessment of the author’s research methodology. Excellent evaluation of the strengths relating to the 2 factors based on evidence cited by the authors. Relevance of the two articles as they relate to Tasks 2 and, or 3 are thoroughly articulated.	Detailed assessment of the author’s research methodology. Good evaluation of the strengths relating to the 2 factors based on evidence cited by the authors. Relevance of the two articles as they relate to Tasks 2 and, or 3 are clearly articulated.	Adequate assessment of the author’s research methodology. Some evaluation the strengths relating to the 2 factors based on evidence cited by the authors. Relevance of the two articles as they relate to Tasks 2 and, or 3 are somewhat articulated.	Some assessment of the author’s research methodology. Little evaluation of the strengths relating to the 2 factors based on evidence cited by the authors. Relevance of the two articles as they relate to Tasks 2 and, or 3 are briefly articulated.	Fails to meet criteria for a pass as outlined in the columns to the left.
Clear and comprehensive written style (spelling, grammar, syntax.) and appropriate Harvard referencing	Language features and structures are used to convey meaning effectively, clearly, concisely, unambiguously, and in a tone appropriate to the purpose with no spelling, grammatical, or punctuation errors. Complies with the instructions from the Easy Cite Referencing Tool	Language features and structures are used to convey meaning effectively, clearly, unambiguously, and in a tone appropriate to the audience and purpose with few minor spelling, grammatical, or punctuation errors. Complies generally with the Easy Cite Referencing Tool at a good standard with minor errors	The text contains some errors in spelling, grammar, word choice, and structure, lacks clarity occasionally, and may not be concise, but the meaning is apparent to the reader with little effort. Complies at times with the Easy Cite Referencing Tool but more care required	The text contains frequent errors in spelling, grammar, word choice, and structure, lacks clarity, and is not concise, but the meaning is apparent to the reader with some effort. Complies with the Easy Cite Referencing Tool with a level of errors that are of concern	The frequency of errors in spelling, grammar, word choice, and structure, results in a lack of clarity, and is not concise. The overall response to the Task is presented poorly, making it difficult to follow. Fails to comply with the Easy Cite Referencing Tool in too many instances.

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