Week 11 - ASE101 Assessment Task Overview

Last Assessment Task: Research and Writing Exercise

• Worth 30% of the final grade.

• A mini community data report using Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census Data.

• Select a postcode and two key demographic factors (e.g., religious affiliation, method of travel to work, income, cultural diversity, housing type, marital status).

• Create two visual representations of the data.

• Analyze how these factors influence community identity and lifestyle.

• Word Limit: 800 words (strict) + data visualizations.

• Two presentation options:

  • Traditional Word document report.

  • PowerPoint presentation with voice-over.

Task Steps

• Choose a postcode of interest (your own or one you'd like to explore).

• Gather data from the ABS census data portal.

• Refer to Andrew's video for specific instructions on finding statistics and creating visualizations.

• Create two charts (e.g., bar charts, pie charts).

• Compare the postcode's data with state (Victorian) and national figures.

• Label visualizations as Figure 1 and Figure 2.

• Analyze how demographic characteristics influence community identity and lifestyle using specific examples and considering social factors.

Traditional Report Structure

• Introduction (100 words)

  • Introduce the chosen postcode and the two demographics.

  • Explain why that location was chosen.

• Data Visualizations

  • Insert two data visualizations (charts/graphs).

  • Descriptive analysis of key differences and patterns in each visualization.

• Community Analysis (400 words)

  • Reflect on how the chosen factors shape lifestyle and community experience in the selected postcode.

  • Consider how these characteristics influence the feeling of living in the community.

  • Discuss how cultural, social, or religious differences create unique local identity.

  • Analyze how factors practically impact living experiences (e.g., public transport reliance leading to walkable communities).

• Conclusion (100 words)

  • Reflect on what the findings reveal about the unique character and lived experience of the chosen postcode.

• Choose demographics with around 4-5 variables for easier presentation and analysis.

Additional Tips

• Be practical and specific; focus on real-life impacts.

• Avoid broad, flowery generalizations.

Example Data Visualization

• Comparison of religious affiliation in Australia, Victoria, and a chosen postcode (e.g., Fitzroy).

AI Statement

• Required for the assessment, as with all other assessments in the unit.

• If AI is used:

  • Specify the tool, version, date, and how it was used.

• If AI is not used:

  • Include a statement confirming that the work is original and no AI assistance was utilized.

• Place the AI statement at the end of the assignment.

PowerPoint Presentation Alternative

• Create a PowerPoint presentation (5 slides total) instead of a written report.

• Embed recorded audio commentary using PowerPoint's built-in feature.

• Follow the same structure as the traditional report but in a slideshow format.

• Do not use Keynote or other presentation softwares due to compatibility issues with the submission system.

Q&A Highlights

• Real-life impact examples should draw on lived experiences within the community.

• Anecdotal evidence from community members can be included.

• Referencing is not required; focus is on personal observation and analysis.

• Comparisons should be made to state (Victoria) and national figures.

• It is acceptable to use a postcode outside of Victoria.

Next Steps in Sociological Studies

• ASC102 is the next unit for sociology and social work majors.

• Information on sociology and digital cultures majors is available via provided links.

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