MGMT 601 FALL SEMESTER: Assignment 5 – Book Review
Instructions
The first page of this document is the summary of Assessment as given in Syllabus file, followed by details.
If you have any questions or require clarification, please post to the online discussion Forum related to this assignment.
· Using personal reflections, submit a written review of a book related to leadership.
· The book should be focused on business leadership
· Learning journal of about 300 words should be submitted in Week 1-5 on Discussion Forum.
· Submission by November 28th on Turnitin.
· Book Review 10 %
· Learning Journal 10 %
GUIDELINES
Choose a book that matches one of the topics in the class syllabus and write a critical review of it, using the grading rubric as the basis for the review.
SELECTION OF THE BOOK
The Title of the book is your own choice. The central theme of the book should be business leadership. Selection of an appropriate book is your choice and responsibility.
CONTENT OF BOOK REVIEW
In your review, you should briefly describe the content of the book chosen, identifying key assumptions and conclusions as well as the most important ideas of the authors and giving your opinion on them. The main focus of your review must be on providing a critical analysis of the book, reflecting on your personal experience, providing relevant examples. Thoroughly evaluate your actions related to various leadership concepts and practices discussed in the book. How does the content of the book relate to your experiences?
Before you start working on your review, you should thoroughly explore the grading rubric at the end of this instruction and clearly identify key elements based on which your review will be assessed.
Tip:
Use Google Search to see how to write a book review.
One example: https://bookriot.com/how-to-write-a-book-review/
SUGGESTED STRUCTURE OF THE ASSESSMENT:
· Introduction of the book (what the book is, why you chose it, when was it published, who is the author, etc)
· Summary of the book (summary of the content of the book)
· Most important aspects of the book (including brief quotes or examples from the book)
· Limitations of the book (anything amiss or lacking in the book)
· Reflection of your experience of reading the book (a summary of five learning journal entries)
· Conclusion (your overall evaluation of the book, and recommendation to other readers)
· References (research articles, books, textbook, scholarly publications, etc)
· Appendices (five learning journal entries, already submitted to Discussion Forum, these can be copy-pasted, or presented via screenshots). Wordcount of Appendices is not included in the 1500 wordcount.
Requirements:
· Critical thinking must be demonstrated to get a good mark
· Personal pronoun (I, me, my, etc) is acceptable for reflective writing.
· The paper should be at least 1500 words, minimum six references
· Submit your paper via Turnitin before the due date; late submissions without prior approval are subject to penalty of 10%/day
LEARNING JOURNAL
Learning journal of about 300 words should be submitted in Week 1-5 on MYUCW portal Discussion Forum. This is to encourage you to regularly read the selected book over a period of time.
Each student's learning journal will be unique to their book, personality, perception, reading speed, understanding of the book, past experiences, current circumstances, etc. It will similar to a personal diary, focused on the book content. A "live" picture of what you understood about the book. You can write down any of the following:
- Your thoughts while reading the book
- Your responses to what you are reading (any confusions or 'light bulb' moments)
- Your interpretations of what you are reading
- Any memories/reflections related to what you are reading
- Any conversations you have with friends/family related to what you are reading.
As such, the learning journal is writing down whatever you are learning while reading the book.
Here are some links (simple google search using keywords “learning journal for students”) to help you understand what a learning journal is, how it supports learning, and how it can be structured:
https://www.peicpt.com/sitefiles/File/Portfolio/LearningJournal.pdf
https://penzu.com/how-to-write-a-reflective-journal
https://www.education.vic.gov.au/Documents/childhood/professionals/support/ljourn.pdf
https://www2.worc.ac.uk/studyskills/documents/Learning_Journals_2016.pdf
How to Find Free Books
If you are interested in accessing free digital books, Vancouver Public Library has opened selective branches with limited services. You can also Request a TakeOut. Link http://www.vpl.ca/library/news/2020/updates-librarys-response-covid-19
You may also access, for free, some books on Google Books. Link is here www.google.books.ca Some books have previews only, so check you have full access before you decide to review it for your assignment.
I have also discovered this little list of free ebooks https://mashable.com/article/free-ebooks/
If you are more of a print / hard copy reader, then you may find some gems in Free Little Libraries in your neighbourhood. Here is a map where you can find free books from your neighbours: https://littlefreelibrary.org/ourmap/ Over the past few months, I've found recipe books, manuals, maps, novels and DVDs in these libraries on my neighbourhood walks.
You can also create an ISO post on your local Buy Nothing groups on Facebook.
Grading Rubric
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Written Communication Assessment 10% |
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1-2 Did not meet expectations |
3-4 Met expectations |
5 Exceeded expectations |
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Writing Conventions /5 (grammar, word use, punctuation, mechanics) |
Frequent grammatical errors and misspellings inhibit readability. Informal language, abbreviations and slang are used |
Few grammatical errors (3 or fewer per page). Correct verb tense used. Paragraphs flow from one to another. Active voice pervasive |
Free of grammatical errors and misspellings. Effective verb tense used. Uses phrases and construction that delight as well as inform the reader Primarily active voice |
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Overall Effectiveness /5 (appearance/format) |
Not formatted to Specifications, Lacking professional appearance |
Formatting is generally correct, acceptable professional appearance. |
Assigned format followed explicitly: exceptional professional appearance |
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Critical Thinking and Written Analysis Rubric 90% |
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Criteria |
Did Not Meet Expectations |
6-8 Met Expectations |
9-10 Exceeded Expectations |
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Clarity
/10
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Writing is not clear. It is difficult to understand points being made. The writing lacks transitions, and few examples and/or illustrations are provided to support explanation or recommendations. |
Writing is generally well organized and understood. Transitions are used to facilitate clarity. Some examples and/illustrations are used to support explanation or recommendations. |
Writing is succinct, precise, effectively organized no ambiguity. Transitions, explanation and elaboration are extensive to elucidate points. Detailed illustrations and/or examples are used to support explanation & recommendations |
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Relevance /10 |
Critical issues/questions are omitted or ignored in the writing. |
Most of the critical issues/questions are addressed |
All critical issues/questions are addressed completely in writing |
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Depth of Discussion
/20 |
Ignores bias; Omits arguments Misrepresents issues; Excludes data; Includes but does not detect inconsistency of information; Ideas contain unnecessary gaps, repetition or extraneous details overlooks differences |
Detects bias; Recognizes arguments; Categorizes content; Paraphrases data; Sufficient detail to support conclusions and/or recommendations
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Analysis includes insightful questions; Refutes bias; Discusses issues thoroughly; Critiques content; Values information Examines inconsistencies; Offers extensive detail to support conclusions and recommendations; Suggests solutions/ implementation |
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Breadth of Discussion
/20 |
Omits arguments or perspectives; Misses major content areas/concepts; Presents few options |
Covers the breadth of the topic without being superfluous |
Considers multiple perspectives; Thoroughly delves into the issues/questions; Thoroughly discusses relevant facts |
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Integration Elements of Reasoning
/20 |
Fails to draw conclusions or conclusions rely on author’s authority rather than strength of presentation; Draws faulty conclusions; Shows intellectual dishonesty |
Formulates clear conclusions with adequate support |
Assimilates and critically reviews information, uses reasonable judgment, and provides balanced, well justified conclusions |
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Internally Consistent /10 |
There is little integration across the sections of the paper. Several inconsistencies or contradictions exist. Few of the issues, recommendations and explanations make sense; not well integrated. |
Sections of the paper are generally well linked/connected. Only minor contradictions exist. Most of the issues, recommendations and explanations make sense and are well integrated. |
All sections of the paper are linked. There are no contradictions in the writing. All issues, recommendations and explanations make sense and are well integrated |
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