Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia

Vicerrectoría Académica y de Investigación

Course: English VI
Code: 518011

Activity Guide and Evaluation Rubric - Task 1 - The Mapping of My Learning

Journey

1. Activity Description

Type of activity: Independent

Evaluation moment: Initial
Highest score of the activity: 25 points
The activity starts on: Thursday, The activity ends on: Wednesday,
August 17, 2023 August 30, 2023
With this activity, you are expected to achieve the following learning
outcomes:

• Demonstrate accurate and comprehensive understanding of complex spoken

English content. (Listening)
• Communicate fluently and confidently in English, demonstrating advanced
grammar and vocabulary usage. (Speaking)
• Comprehend a variety of authentic texts, showcasing an extensive vocabulary
and understanding of complex grammatical structures. (Reading)
• Produce well-structured and coherent written texts, showcasing advanced
grammar and vocabulary usage. (Writing)
• Demonstrate an understanding of complex grammatical structures and
vocabulary at an English B2+ level.
The activity consists of:

A structured approach divided into three stages with specific steps and dates to
maximize the benefits. Adhere to deadlines, complete required steps, and submit
evidence on time. Stay focused, manage your time effectively, and make the most of
this learning opportunity. Best of luck!

Pre-Task: From Thursday, August 17, 2023 to Sunday, August 20, 2023

Step 1: The Virtual Course

- Explore the color-coded agenda, course presentation, rules and conditions,
syllabus, activity guides and evaluation rubrics.

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 - Identify the Initial Environment, Learning Environment, and Evaluation
Environment.
- Find and take note of the internal mail, forums, course director, tutor, group
number, and group mates.
- Provide a video demonstrating your exploration.

Step 2: Duolingo Practice Test

- Visit the Duolingo platform at https://englishtest.duolingo.com/applicants and
access the free practice test.
- Complete the test and obtain your results.
- Capture a screenshot of your test results for documentation purposes.
- Record and take note of the score you achieved on the test.
- Reflect on your current language level and consider how it aligns with the
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale, which
ranges from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).
- Assess different aspects of your language skills, such as listening, speaking,
reading, and writing, to determine where you believe your proficiency level
falls.

During Task: From Monday, August 21, 2023 to Sunday, August 27, 2023

Step 1: Time Management Plan

- Create a comprehensive time management plan that outlines how you will
allocate your time for each stage and step of the course. Consider the deadlines
and prioritize your tasks accordingly.
- Share your plan in the designated discussion forum for the task and engage in
discussions with your group members to gather insights and exchange ideas.
Collaboration can enhance your planning process and provide valuable input
from your peers.

Step 2: Strengths and Weaknesses

- Write a well-composed reflection on your strengths and weaknesses in relation
to the English language. Consider your current language proficiency, areas for
improvement, and strategies for addressing weaknesses.

Post-Task: From Monday, August 28, 2023 to Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Step 1: Self-Assessment
- Complete the self-assessment chart below to reflect on your performance
throughout the task.

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 - Fill in the corresponding cells with dates and check (√) marks as you complete
each step. Gather the specified evidence for each step.
Stages Steps Evidence Completion Check
Date
Pre-Task Step 1: The Video
August 17 - Virtual Course
August 21 Step 2: Duolingo Screenshot of completed
Practice Test Duolingo Practice Test
and Reflection
During Task Step 1: Time Time management plan
August 22 - Management and Forum discussion
August 28 Plan screenshots
Step 2: Reflection on strengths
Strengths and and weaknesses
Weaknesses
Post-Task Step 1: Self- Chart
August 29 - Assessment
August 31 Step 2: PDF File
Compilation and
Submission

Step 2: Compilation and Submission

- Gather all the required evidence including the video, screenshots, time
management plan, reflection, and self-assessment chart.
- Create a well-organized PDF file adhering to APA rules (7th edition) for
presentation.
- Ensure the evidence is clearly labeled and arranged in a logical manner.
For the development of the activity consider that:

In the Initial Information Environment, you must:

- In the Initial Information Environment, you must:
- Start by reviewing the Course Agenda to effectively manage your time.
- Take a look at the course presentation to get a general overview of the
content.
- Carefully read and understand the rules and conditions of the course.
- Regularly check the news forum for important announcements.
- Verify the dates for the Course Web Conferences to plan your participation
accordingly.
- Refer to the synchronous support schedule provided by the course tutors.

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In the Learning Environment, you must:
- Review the syllabus to understand the course structure and objectives.
- Explore the Course Contents and Bibliographic References for each unit.
- Download the Activity Guide and Evaluation Rubric for Task 1 to understand the
requirements.
- Actively participate in the discussion forum, following the provided guidelines.

In the Evaluation Environment, you must:

- Upload a PDF file as your individual evidence for the task.
Evidence of independent work:
The independent evidence to be submitted is:

A PDF file named "518011 - Task 1 - Your Name.pdf" consisting of the following
pages:
- Cover Page
- Table of Contents
- Pre-Task
o Step 1: The Virtual Course
o Step 2: Duolingo Practice Test
- During Task
o Step 1: Time Management Plan
o Step 2: Strengths and Weaknesses
- Post-Task
o Step 1: Self-Assessment
- APA References
Evidence of group work:
No collaborative evidence is required in this activity.

2. General Guidelines for the Development of Evidence to Submit

For Independent evidence, consider the following:

▪ Proper Citations and References: Ensure that all sources you use are
appropriately cited and referenced, following the APA style guidelines (7th
Edition in English). Accurate and consistent referencing demonstrates your
understanding of academic integrity and avoids any potential issues related to
plagiarism.
▪ Original Work: Provide your answers and reflections using your own words,
avoiding direct copying or plagiarism from external sources. This showcases
your comprehension and ability to articulate ideas in your own voice.

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 ▪ Content Revision and Editing: Take the time to revise and edit your forum
posts and submissions to enhance clarity and accuracy. Review the content
for any grammatical or structural errors, ensuring that your ideas are
effectively communicated.
▪ Comprehensive Review: Before submitting the final product, thoroughly
review and check that it meets all the requirements outlined in the activity
guide. Pay attention to formatting guidelines, such as font style and size,
page numbering, and document organization. Verify that all specified steps
and components, such as cover page, table of contents, and APA referencing,
are included and accurately completed.
Please keep in mind that all individual or collaborative written products must comply
with the spelling rules and presentation conditions defined in this activity guide.
Regarding the use of references, consider that the product of this activity must
comply with APA style.
In any case, make sure you comply with the rules and avoid academic plagiarism.
You can review your written products using the Turnitin tool found in the virtual
campus.
Under the Academic Code of Conduct, the actions that infringe the academic order,
among others, are the following: paragraph e) Plagiarism is to present as your own
work all or part of a written report, task or document of invention carried out by
another person. It also implies the use of citations or lack of references, or it
includes citations where there is no match between these and the reference and
paragraph f) To reproduce, or copy for profit, educational resources or results of
research products, which have rights reserved for the University. (Acuerdo 029 - 13
de diciembre de 2013, artículo 99)
The academic penalties students will face are:
a) In case of academic fraud demonstrated in the academic work or evaluation, the
score obtained will be zero (0.0) without any disciplinary measures being derived.
b) In case of proven plagiarism in academic work of any nature, the score obtained
will be zero (0.0), without any disciplinary measures being derived.

3. Evaluation Rubric

Type of activity: Independent

Evaluation moment: Initial
The highest score in this activity is 25 points
First evaluation High level: The student demonstrates a thorough
criterion: understanding of all virtual course components, accurately
interprets the achieved score, and provides insightful

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The student explanations showcasing a deep comprehension of the
demonstrates material.
understanding of
virtual course If your work is at this level, you can score between 5
components and and 6 points.
comprehension of
achieved score. Average level: The student shows a satisfactory
understanding of most virtual course components, adequately
This criterion interprets the achieved score, and provides clear explanations
represents 6 demonstrating a reasonable comprehension of the material.
points of the total
of 25 points of If your work is at this level, you can score between 3
the rubric. and 4 points.

Low level: The student displays limited understanding of

virtual course components, struggles to interpret the achieved
score, and provides incomplete or unclear explanations,
indicating a weak comprehension of the material.

If your work is at this level, you can score between 0

and 2 points.
Second evaluation High level: The student demonstrates exceptional time
criterion: management skills by creating a comprehensive and well-
structured time management plan. The plan clearly outlines
The student how they will allocate time for each task stage and step of the
demonstrates course, showing a deep understanding of the requirements and
effective time deadlines. The plan is realistic, allowing for sufficient time to
management and complete tasks without haste or last-minute pressure.
planning skills in
developing a If your work is at this level, you can score between 5
detailed time and 6 points.
management plan
for the course. Average level: The student demonstrates reasonable time
management skills by creating a sufficiently detailed time
This criterion management plan. The plan outlines a general framework for
represents 6 organizing time for each task stage and step of the course,
points of the total although there may be some minor gaps or oversights. The
of 25 points of plan shows an understanding of the importance of allocating
the rubric. time effectively, but may lack some specific details or
considerations.

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 If your work is at this level, you can score between 3
and 4 points.

Low level: The student demonstrates poor time management

skills by creating an incomplete or poorly structured time
management plan. The plan lacks clarity and organization,
making it difficult to understand how time will be allocated for
each task stage and step of the course. The plan may be
unrealistic or fail to consider important deadlines, indicating a
lack of understanding of the requirements and expectations.

If your work is at this level, you can score between 0

and 2 points.
Third evaluation High level: The student provides a comprehensive and
criterion: insightful reflection on their language strengths and
weaknesses, offers well-developed strategies for improvement,
The student reflects and demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing their
on language language skills.
strengths and
weaknesses, If your work is at this level, you can score between 5
proposing strategies and 6 points.
for improvement.
Average level: The student presents a satisfactory reflection
This criterion on their language strengths and weaknesses, suggests
represents 6 reasonable strategies for improvement, and shows a
points of the total willingness to enhance their language skills.
of 25 points of
the rubric. If your work is at this level, you can score between 3
and 4 points.

Low level: The student offers limited reflection on their

language strengths and weaknesses, lacks concrete strategies
for improvement, and displays minimal dedication to enhancing
their language skills.

If your work is at this level, you can score between 0

and 2 points.
Fourth evaluation High level: The student compiles the evidence into a
criterion: meticulously organized PDF file, with clear labeling of each

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 component and strict adherence to APA rules (7th edition),
The student resulting in a visually appealing and professional presentation.
compiles evidence
into a well- If your work is at this level, you can score between 6
organized PDF file, and 7 points.
ensuring clear
labeling and Average level: The student organizes the evidence into a
adherence to APA reasonably structured PDF file, with adequately labeled
rules (7th edition) components and overall adherence to APA rules (7th edition),
for effective ensuring a coherent and presentable format.
presentation.
If your work is at this level, you can score between 4
This criterion and 5 points.
represents 7
points of the total Low level: The student struggles to organize the evidence in a
of 25 points of coherent manner, lacks clear labeling of components, and
the rubric. demonstrates limited adherence to APA rules (7th edition),
resulting in a disorganized and unprofessional presentation.

If your work is at this level, you can score between 0

and 3 points.