Effective Communication Percentage for this criterion 15 % | Difficult to understand for audience, no logical/clear structure, poor flow of ideas, argument lacks supporting evidence. Audience cannot follow the line of reasoning. | Information, arguments and evidence are presented in a way that is not always clear and logical. Line of reasoning is often difficult to follow. | Information, arguments and evidence are well presented, mostly clear flow of ideas and arguments. Line of reasoning is easy to follow. | Information, arguments and evidence are very well presented; the presentation is logical, clear and well supported by evidence. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity. | Expertly presented; the presentation is logical, persuasive, and well supported by evidence, demonstrating a clear flow of ideas and arguments. Engages and sustains audience’s interest in the topic, demonstrates high levels of cultural sensitivity. |
Correct citation of key resources and evidence Percentage for this criterion15 % | Demonstrates inconsistent use of good quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop ideas | Demonstrates use of credible and relevant resources to support and develop ideas, but these are not always explicit or well developed. | Demonstrates use of credible resources to support and develop ideas. | Demonstrates use of good quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop arguments and statements. Show evidence of wide scope within the organisation for sourcing evidence. | Demonstrates use of high- quality, credible and relevant resources to support and develop arguments and position statements. Show evidence of wide scope within and without the organisation for sourcing evidence. |