RPR Reader’s Report Structured Feedback – Name of HDR student: __________ Name of reader: ____________ This feedback sheet is to be used by the Expert Reader or Panel Members. It is also recommended that the student and the main supervisor use this form to evaluate the progress at the confirmation stage. Criteria and ratings for evidence of quality 1= unsatisfactory progress: well below expectation 2= marginal progress: somewhat below expectation 3= satisfactory progress: meeting expectation 4= very good progress: exceeding expectation 5= excellent progress: strongly exceeding expectation The following are to be ascertained relative to stage of candidature: Criteria Ratings Demonstrated understanding and application of research principles and methods appropriate to the field Ability to critically evaluate existing theoretical knowledge, ideas and practice within the relevant field to generate original knowledge. Ability to design (and implement) an original and viable* investigation that addresses a significant problem Ability to communicate in a style appropriate to the discipline * Viability assessed in relation to 4 years FTE for length of candidature (or 2 years FTE for a Masters candidate) Constructive feedback and recommendations: Please provide specific constructive and critical feedback regarding the above criteria
RPR Reader’s Report – Structured Feedback Name of HDR student: __________ Name of reader: ____________ This feedback sheet is to be used by the Expert Reader or Panel Members. It is also recommended that the student and the main supervisor use this form to evaluate the progress at the confirmation stage. Criteria and ratings for evidence of quality 1= unsatisfactory progress: well below expectation 2= marginal progress: somewhat below expectation 3= satisfactory progress: meeting expectation 4= very good progress: exceeding expectation 5= excellent progress: strongly exceeding expectation The following are to be ascertained relative to stage of candidature: Criteria Ratings Demonstrated understanding and application of research principles and methods appropriate to the field Ability to critically evaluate existing theoretical knowledge, ideas and practice within the relevant field to generate original knowledge. Ability to design (and implement) an original and viable* investigation that addresses a significant problem Ability to communicate in a style appropriate to the discipline * Viability assessed in relation to 4 years FTE for length of candidature (or 2 years FTE for a Masters candidate) Constructive feedback and recommendations: Please provide specific constructive and critical feedback regarding the above criteria
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