This assignment requires you to focus on an evaluation related to the policy area (policy brief) you have chosen to focus on this semester. The task involves you analysing the shortcomings and strengths of this evaluation.

Assessment Task 2: Evaluation critical analysis

Guidelines for the Evaluation Critical Analysis

This assignment requires you to focus on an evaluation related to the policy area (policy brief) you have chosen to focus on this semester.  The task involves you analysing the shortcomings and strengths of this evaluation. The purpose of this assessment is to demonstrate your ability to apply evaluation concepts and theories to real world problems.

Word Limit: 1500 words not including reference list and appendices

Value: 30% overall

Example: Assessment_2_example.pdf Download Assessment_2_example.pdf

Assessment Criteria

• Subject knowledge & identification of the issues - Do you provide a clear and insightful identification based upon concepts and theories presented so far in the course, of the evaluation issues inherent in the assigned case study?
• Clarity of writing, organisation and referencing - Is your case study well organised and structured? Have you demonstrated a mastery of the conventions of professional writing at a postgraduate level? Have you correctly followed the APA 6^thcitation style?

Please note a marking rubric is available on the canvas course site which indicates the requirements for each grade level against each assessment criterion. You should use both the assessment instructions and the marking rubric as a guide when undertaking your assessment tasks.