Assignment workshop: research, planning and referencing

This week’s topics

Assignment workshop: research, planning and referencing

1. Unpacking the assignment brief and criteria
2. Finding and evaluating sources
3. Planning and referencing
4. How Do You Know? The CRAAP Test, SIFT, and Evaluating Sources

What you will be able to do

• 1.1 Explain how human resource management has evolved.
• 1.2 Discuss the purpose of human resource management.
• 1.3 Explain the objectives of human resource management.
• 2.1 Explain key operational functions of human resource management.
• 2.2 Explain key strategic functions of human resource management.
• 2.3 Assess the relationship between business strategy and human resource management.
• 3.1 Compare the internal factors which affect human resource management.
• 3.2 Compare the external factors which affect human resource management.
• 4.1 Discuss the impact of technological advancements, such as artificial intelligence and automation, on HRM functions.
• 4.2 Discuss the effectiveness of initiatives such as flexible working arrangements, mental health programs, and diversity training.

Activity

Start with this week’s video, then: Plan the unit assignment against every criterion; source and reference the evidence.

Study materials

Videos

• How Do You Know? The CRAAP Test, SIFT, and Evaluating Sources · YouTube · J. Richard Freese · 11 min · for registered students

Further resources

• Writing for Success, ch. 8.1–8.3: Prewriting, outlining and drafting · PDF · Saylor Academy, textbook chapter; pp. 281–318 · for registered students
• Harvard Referencing quick guide 2025 (York St John University) · PDF · Other, report · for registered students
• Evaluating Information: Applying the CRAAP Test · PDF · Other, report · for registered students