ASSIGNMENT 01

This assignment contributes 10% of your year mark. Please read the assignment carefully and
make sure you understand what is required. The assignment carries 50 marks (46 marks are
based on the assignment questions and 04 marks are based on the technical requirements –
see the attached Addendum A).

Question 1

1.1 With reference to the SACSSP code of ethics, explain the significance of ethics for
both students and social workers. (08)
1.2 Use the above answer to explain how you observed ethics during your block placement (12)
1.3 Name and briefly explain six types of reports that you are expected to submit during
the course of your practical. (24)
1.4 Identify evidence of reflective reports to be included in your portfolio (02)
Total [46]

Open Rubric
ADDENDUM A: MARKING RUBRIC FOR ASSIGNMENTS

Required standard for the assignment 0.51 02

1. The assignment is enclosed inside a cover page with details of the student (i.e. initials and surname, 0.5 0
module name & code, student number, address and contact details).
2. A table of content is included with headings appearing in the same sequence as those that appear in the 0.5 0
text. The headings and subheadings are neatly formatted (i.e. headings bolded in capital letters and
subheadings in bolded small letters).
3. An introductory sentence is provided to introduce the marker to the assignment. The introduction 0.5 0
captures the main headings presented in the assignment in a logical fashion.
4. Sentences are well formulated without any grammatical errors. All punctuation is neatly provided 0.5 0
throughout the sentence where appropriate.
5. Sources consulted are consistently provided in the text. Every point which was taken from any source 0.5 0
(i.e. prescribed/recommended books, study guide or any material) and which is not the student’s own idea
is clearly acknowledged through an in-text reference. The student made use of the prescribed format of
referencing as provided in Tutorial Letter 301 or SCK ALL.
6. All pages are correctly and consistently numbered and correspond with the table (if the page numbers 0.5 0
are at the bottom of the page they are all consistently at the bottom).
7. The assignment is neatly typed/written and generally appear neat. The font used remains consistent, 0.5 0
including for the page numbers. The assignment is neatly formatted and aligned both at the left and right-
hand side of the page.
8. There is a conclusion that summarises the main points covered in the assignment. The conclusion 0.5 0
clearly and logically captures all the main points covered in the assignment.
9. In the case of Assignment 02, Addendum B is attached as part of the assignment. 0.5 0
10. In the case of Addendum B3, all questions have been answered/given the necessary attention. 0.5 0
Total 054 0

1 A half-mark (0.5) must only be allocated if the required standard is fully complied with.
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Should the student not comply with the required standard in full, a 0 mark should be allocated to such a standard.
3 Please note that Addendum B applies only to Assignment 02, assignment 01 is not required to include Addendum B.
4 In the case of Assignment 01, the total mark for technical requirements will be 04.