From 59061fe0a9a14288fc889aa631990065b64f08aa Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Robin Lovelace Date: Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:57:58 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update assessment structure: 30% Code+Pres, 70% Report --- assessment-overview.qmd | 97 ++++++++++++++++++++--------------------- d3/assessment-brief.qmd | 2 +- 2 files changed, 48 insertions(+), 51 deletions(-) diff --git a/assessment-overview.qmd b/assessment-overview.qmd index 3d457a52..48de9bb3 100644 --- a/assessment-overview.qmd +++ b/assessment-overview.qmd @@ -15,17 +15,18 @@ This module's assessments are designed to help you: The module is assessed through two coursework assignments: -1. **Formative Assessment (CW1)** - - Required but non-assessed (0% of final mark) - - Due: 27th February 2026, 13:59 - - Project plan and reproducible code demonstration - - Length: Up to 4 pages - -2. **Summative Assessment (CW2)** - - Worth 100% of module mark - - Due: 15th May 2026, 14:00 - - Complete data science project report - - Length: 10 pages maximum + appendices +1. **Assessment 1: Code Submission & Presentation (30% of module mark)** + - **Format:** Code submission + Oral Presentation + - **Deadline:** 27th February 2026, 13:59 (Code), Presentation scheduled separately + - **Components:** + - Idea and concept + - Code implementation and data visualization + - Oral communication and answering questions + +2. **Assessment 2: Data Science Project Report (70% of module mark)** + - **Format:** Complete data science project report + - **Deadline:** 15th May 2026, 14:00 + - **Length:** 10 pages maximum + appendices ## File Naming Convention @@ -39,41 +40,41 @@ For example: ## Submission Format Requirements -### Document Formatting +### Assessment 1 (Presentation & Code) -- Include student ID in the title page -- Do not include your name (for anonymous marking) -- Use the default Quarto referencing style +- **Code Submission:** Reproducible `.qmd` or `.Rmd` file via Minerva. +- **Presentation:** In-person/online presentation (details to be confirmed by module leader). -### File Requirements +### Assessment 2 (Project Report) -**Formative Assessment Package:** -- PDF report (max 4 pages) -- Reproducible code (`.qmd` file) -- Maximum `.zip` file size: 30 MB +- **Document:** PDF report (max 10 pages). +- **Word Count:** Maximum 3,000 words (excluding tables/code/references/captions). +- **Code:** Reproducible `.Rmd` or `.qmd` file. +- **Package:** Maximum `.zip` file size: 40 MB. -**Summative Assessment Package:** -- PDF report (max 10 pages) -- Maximum 3,000 words (excluding tables/code/references/captions) -- Reproducible code (`.Rmd` or `.qmd` file) -- Maximum `.zip` file size: 40 MB +## Marking Criteria -## Submission Process +### Assessment 1 (30%) -1. **Prepare Your Submission** - - Ensure correct file naming - - Check formatting requirements - - Test code reproducibility - - Verify file sizes +This assessment evaluates your initial project concept, technical prototype, and communication skills. -2. **Submission: Via Minerva (Blackboard Assignment)** - - Deadline is 14:00 on submission day - - Each assignment has its own submission point - - Keep submission confirmation +1. **Idea (10%)** + - Novelty and relevance of the transport problem. + - Clarity of the proposed data science approach. -## Marking Criteria +2. **Code and Data Visualization (10%)** + - Quality of preliminary data analysis. + - Effectiveness of visualizations. + - Code structure and reproducibility. + +3. **Oral Communication and Q&A (10%)** + - Clarity of presentation delivery. + - Ability to answer technical and conceptual questions. + - Time management. + +### Assessment 2 (70%) -### Summative Assessment (100% of module mark) +The final report is evaluated on: 1. **Data Processing (20%)** - Dataset selection and usage @@ -87,26 +88,28 @@ For example: - Effective communication - Documentation quality -3. **Code Quality and Reproducibility (20%)** +3. **Code Quality and Reproducibility (10%)** - Code efficiency and style - Documentation - Reproducibility - Technical implementation -4. **Understanding and Impact (40%)** +4. **Understanding and Impact (20%)** - Research question clarity - Methodological approach - Critical analysis - Policy implications - Literature engagement +*(Note: Percentages for Assessment 2 represent the contribution to the final module mark, totaling 70%)* + ## Important Notes ### Topic Selection - Topics should address real transport planning/policy challenges - The module team can provide guidance on topic selection -- Guidance on topics and datasets is provided in the module documents, including the formative assessment brief +- Guidance on topics and datasets is provided in the module documents ### Use of AI Tools @@ -141,8 +144,9 @@ Both assessments are categorized as **GREEN** for AI usage: ## Key Dates (2025-26) -- **27 February 2026, 13:59**: Formative assessment (CW1) -- **15 May 2026, 14:00**: Summative assessment (CW2) +- **27 February 2026**: Assessment 1 Code Submission (13:59) +- **March 2026 (TBC)**: Assessment 1 Presentations +- **15 May 2026**: Assessment 2 Project Report (14:00) - Feedback provided within 15 working days ## Assessment Checklist @@ -152,13 +156,6 @@ Both assessments are categorized as **GREEN** for AI usage: - [ ] Correct file naming format used - [ ] Work meets length requirements - [ ] Code is reproducible -- [ ] Zipped file size is within limits (you may need to remove large datasets from a copy of the folder to ensure this) +- [ ] Zipped file size is within limits - [ ] AI usage is acknowledged - [ ] References section included - -### Additional for Summative - -- [ ] Meets marking criteria -- [ ] Includes policy implications -- [ ] Report is cohesive -- [ ] Professional presentation diff --git a/d3/assessment-brief.qmd b/d3/assessment-brief.qmd index 4d646bd2..5d903a3f 100644 --- a/d3/assessment-brief.qmd +++ b/d3/assessment-brief.qmd @@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ A PDF document (max 10 pages) ### Weighting -100% +70% ### Deadline or date of assessment