BECE 102 Assessment 3 Rubric Task Description: Analyse audio visual samples of children's voices and identify those with additional language needs according to the criteria discussed in class (summary below). You will be provided with five (5) pre-recorded discussion/s with children who have different educational needs and rates of development. Write a report of your observations (approximately 200 words per child). Clearly identify any children you consider may need additional support or referral to a speech and language therapist. Draw on relevant literature, including the Developmental Milestones, to support your analysis. Criteria: • • Analyse each child in terms of language development, including an explanation of whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development Draw on relevant literature, including the prescribed reading and the Developmental Milestones to support your analysis Due Date: 13th May 2024, 11.59 PM Word count: 1000 words +/- 10% (excluding references) NOTE: SCEI-HE requires its students to observe the highest ethical standards in every aspect of their academic work. SCEI-HE actively demonstrates its commitment to academic integrity by recognising scholarly work and penalising all forms of academic dishonesty. Please refer to the Institute's HEPP01 Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure for further information or speak to your lecturer, Academic Support Coordinator or Librarian. Formatting: 12-point serif font (eg. Times New Roman). 1.5 or double line spacing. Create a heading for each child, clearly identifying which video you are referring to. (eg. For video 1, your heading should be Child 1) Referencing: APA7 (please refer to this guide for referencing guidelines) Extension requests must be granted in writing before the assignment due date. Contact your lecturer in writing for extensions of up to 7 calendar days. Longer extensions may be granted but require special consideration. Special consideration applications must also be submitted before the date and require documentary evidence, such as medical certificates. Grading Scale: Criteria C1. Analyse each child in terms of language development, including an explanation of whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development (10 marks) C2. Draw on a range of relevant academic literature, policy documents and learning frameworks to support your explanation. (5 marks) High Distinction (HD) Distinction (D) Credit (C) C1.1 Each child with additional language needs is accurately identified in line with the criteria, whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development is explained in details and in depth, with critical reflections. C2.1 A range of relevant literature is drawn upon to support explanation and critical reflection. C1.2 Each child with additional language needs is clearly identified in line with the criteria, whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development is clearly explained. C2.2 Literature drawn upon supports explanation. C1.3 Each child with additional language needs is identified in line with the criteria, whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development is clearly described. C2.3 Relevant literature is drawn upon in an attempt to support explanation. Pass (P) C1.4 Children with additional language needs are partially identified, whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development is discussed. C2.4 Relevant literature is cited. Set text used. Not meeting minimum requirement (N) C1.5 More than two of children with additional needs are not identified. The discussions on whether you recommend the child be referred to a speech pathologist, or requires additional support relating to their language development are irrelevant or absent. C2.5 Literature drawn upon irrelevant or not from appropriate sources. Set text not used. C3. Assignment is formatted according to requirements and written clearly and cohesively. APA 7 referencing is used. Word limit is adhered to. (5 marks) C3.1 The assignment is clear and free of typographical and structural features that hinder understanding. There is no confusion between author voice and that of sources. The assignment is formatted according to stated requirements. Accurate mechanics of in-text and end-of- text APA (7th Ed.) referencing style were used. Word limit met. C3.2 The assignment is clear with minor typographical and structural features that may hinder understanding. There is minimal confusion between author voice and that of sources. The assignment is mostly formatted according to stated requirements. Accurate mechanics of in-text and end-of- text APA (7th Ed.) referencing style were used with minor inconsistencies (no more than 2 errors). Word limit met. C3.3 The assignment is clear with typographical and structural features that may hinder understanding. There is minor confusion between author voice and that of sources. The assignment is partly formatted according to stated requirements. Mechanics of in-text and end-of-text APA (7th Ed.) referencing style were used with inconsistencies (no more than 4 errors). Word limit met. C3.4 The assignment has typographical and structural features that significantly hinder understanding. There is confusion between author voice and that of sources. The assignment is minimally formatted according to stated requirements. Mechanics of in-text and end-of-text APA (7th Ed.) referencing contain several errors. Word limit met. C3.5 The assignment has typographical and structural features that prohibit understanding. There is confusion between author voice and that of sources, or author's voice is absent. The assignment is not formatted according to stated requirements. Mechanics of in-text and end-of-text APA (7th Ed.) referencing style were not used appropriately. Word limit not met. Criteria for determining speech and language delays There are a number of criteria that can be used in assessing speech or language delay, including the following: • Not using gestures, such as point or waving bye-bye Preferring gestures over vocalisation to communicate (by 18 months old) • Trouble imitating sounds ⚫ Trouble understanding simple verbal requests Imitating speech or actions rather than producing words or phrases spontaneously (by two years of age) Only saying some sounds or words repeatedly - cannot use oral language to communicate more than their immediate needs (by two years of age) • Cannot follow simple directions (by two years of age) • Having an unusual tone of voice (such as raspy or nasal sounding by two years of age)