Noting that the use of creative such as graphic and imagery is encouraged,

2.5.2 Poster: Worldviews and Wellbeing of Indigenous Peoples
Weight:
35%
Type of Collabora-
tion:
Individual
Due:
11.59 pm on Monday 24 April 2023
Submission:
VuWS
Format:
One page creative poster, with an explanatory abstract.
Length:
1,000 words
Curriculum Mode:
Poster
The purpose of this assessment is four your to create a narrative message on an issue of importance for Indigenous people using creative techniques.
There are two components to this assignment:
A one page poster, which may include creative elements; and
An explanatory abstract – approximately 250 words.
Noting that the use of creative such as graphic and imagery is encouraged, this assessment is
equivalent
to a 1,000 word written assignment in the time and effort that you should devote to it. It is not expected that you include 1,000 words of text on the poster.
Whilst students are invited to express their creative and artists talents, the most important aim of this assessment is the communication of a message that embodies the Indigenous themes and concepts outline in the course.
Poster:
Students are to design a poster that articulates Indigenous Australian concepts of worldviews and well being. The
topic of your poster can be limited to
one
key concept, idea or philosophy. You may choose a concept, idea or philosophy that has been discussed in class or you may choose your own, however it must pertain to Indigenous
Australia.
Your poster should be creative with minimum text, the goal of your poster is to have an organised and
attractive poster detailing your chosen concept, idea or philosophy. Poster should be self-explanatory and readable within about five minutes. There are an endless number of ways to put your poster together. Remember to create a
strong visual but avoid making the poster look crowded.
Abstract:
This abstract of approximately 250 words should contain a brief written explanation of the motivation and main
messages. This should be kept brief and support the interpretation of the key messages contained in the poster. You may include your abstract on a separate page to the poster.
Use of references:
Include a minimum of 3 references from the unit materials or related readings that have been the main influences your poster. Your reference list should include a citation for any direct quotes or data that you have used.
You are encouraged to source and cite Indigenous scholars and knowledge holders for your poster.
Apply the Guidelines for Respectful Use of Indigenous Terminology
Before submitting, review your poster and your abstract to ensure that it complies with the Guidelines for the respectful use of Indigenous terminology. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may affect your mark.
Submission format:
Marking Criteria:
Criteria
High Distinction
Distinction
Credit
Pass
Unsatisfactory
Communication of Indigenous Story
Complex understanding of Indigenous community.
Thorough understanding of Indigenous
community.
Sound
understanding of Indigenous
community.
Adequate understanding of Indigenous community.
Little understanding of Indigenous community.
Creativity
Demonstrated evidence of superior creativity that is of significant appeal. Is of an exceptional standard that
clearly reflects a polished product.
Demonstrated evidence of an original and creative overview that is delivered to a proficient standard.
Demonstrated evidence of an original overview that illustrates a good quality level
of creativity. Has attention to detail.
Demonstrates an element of
creativity. Shows evidence of some creative thought however could be more enticing.
Lacks creativity. Is generic and not enticing.
Coverage of the topic
Details on the poster capture highly important information about the topic. The viewer is able to understand the information
efficiently.
Details on the
poster capture the important
information about the topic and
increase the
viewer’s understanding.
Details on the poster include important
information but the audience may need more information to understand fully.
Details on the
poster relate to the topic but are too general or
incomplete. The audience needs
more information to understand.
Details on the
poster have little or nothing to do with main topic.
Use of Communication Aids Images, appropriate organisation of information.
Images used
are clear, cropped and showcase
creative and
stylistic
representation of chosen topic. Story is obvious from images, captions heighten the story rather than tell it.
Images represent chosen topic in a thoughtful manner and illustrate the storyline. Captions enhance story, are useful and effective. Images are clear and well selected.
Images represent chosen topic and illustrate the storyline. Images are clear and
cropped. Effective use of captions.
Images represent chosen topic, but could benefit from the use of
editing; images have some focus/clarity.
Limited or
ineffective use of captions.
Images are of
unclear nature, whether in representation of topic or in focus/clarity. No or vague use of captions.
Use of Academic conventions
Use of academic conventions such as referencing and citations are
accurate, consistent and appropriate for the discipline. All images and text are referenced with
highly relevant scholarly sources.
Use of academic conventions such as referencing and citations are
accurate, consistent and appropriate for the discipline. All
images and text are referenced with relevant scholarly sources.
Referencing is accurate and consistent. Most images and text are referenced using relevant scholarly sources.
Basic referencing accurate.
Sometimes lacks consistency, but makes reasonable attempts to acknowledge sources of information.
Absence or
inaccurate use of referencing and citation
conventions. Uses immediately
available
information with
little discrimination.
Attachments:
9806468_1_I.pdf
9806468_2_II.pdf