Marks

Level descriptor

0

The work does not reach a standard described by the descriptors below.

1–5

• The response reveals limited understanding of the demands of the question.

• The response is poorly structured, or where there is a recognizable essay structure there is minimal focus on the task.

• There is little relevant knowledge, and examples are either lacking or not relevant.

• The response is mostly descriptive.

6–10

• The response indicates some understanding of the demands of the question.

• There is some evidence of an attempt to structure the response.

• Some relevant knowledge is present, and some examples are mentioned but they are not developed or their relevance to arguments is not clear.

• The response demonstrates limited understanding of the key concepts of the course.

• There is limited justification of main points.

• Counterclaims, or different views on the question, are not considered.

11–15

• The demands of the question are understood and mostly addressed but the implications are not considered.

• There is a clear attempt to structure the response.

• The response is mostly based on relevant and accurate knowledge of global politics, and relevant examples are given and support arguments.

• The response demonstrates some understanding of the key concepts of the course.

• Many of the main points are justified and arguments are largely coherent.

• Some counterclaims, or different views on the question, are considered.

16–20

• The demands of the questions are understood and addressed, and most implications are considered.

• The response is well-structured.

• The response demonstrates relevant and accurate knowledge and understanding of global politics, and relevant examples are used in a way that strengthens arguments.

• The response demonstrates a good grasp of the key concepts of the course.

• All or nearly all of the main points are justified and arguments are coherent.

• Counterclaims, or different views on the question, are explored.

21–25

• A very well-structured and balanced response that addresses the demands and implications of the question.

• Comprehensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of global politics is applied in the response consistently and effectively, with examples integrated.

• The response demonstrates a very good grasp of the key concepts of the course.

• All of the main points are justified. Arguments are clear, coherent and compelling.

• Counterclaims, or different views on the question, are explored and evaluated.