Writing an effective assignment in ALevel Leisure Studies

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Writing an effective assignment in A-Level
Leisure Studies
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Activity

• Think about the last assignment you did and
  identify the main stages from the very start to
  the end when you got your final mark. Be ready to
  feedback to the rest of the group.

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Preparation

• Estimating the time available for the task
• Identifying what the task is asking of you
• Researching and collecting data
• Making notes
• Thinking of new ideas

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Planning

• Working out an appropriate structure
• Identifying what is relevant and what is not
• Refining ideas
• Selecting appropriate evidence or quotations

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Drafting

• Writing the assignment

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Polishing

• Reviewing what you have written and making
  changes
• Checking spelling and grammar
• Making sure references are correct
• Checking word count if required

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Letting go

• Deciding when the assignment is finished
• Submitting the assignment

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Reflecting on tutor feedback

• Comparing your own thoughts with your final grade
  and tutor comments

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Task

• For your next assignment for Leisure Studies use
  the following checklist to help ensure you cover
  all the main stages to gain the highest mark
  possible.