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Authenticity can also be ensured by:
1. discussing the report and creating an outline with timelines;
2. offering guidance and timely feedback to students; and,
3. allocating some class time for students to work on the reports.

FORMAT OF THE REPORT
1. Length: maximum 1500 words.
2. Structure: Cover Page (Title, Name, Date); Acknowledgements.
3. Table of Contents:

         (a) Introduction;
         (b) Methodology;
         (c) Analysis and Discussion;
         (d) Recommendations;
         (e) Conclusion;
         (f) References; and,
         (g) Appendices.

Allocation of Marks for the Report

Marks will be allocated according to the following scheme:

Assessment Criteria                                         Marks

Introduction                                                       4
    - Context of appraisal
    - Overview of the industry or infrastructure  2
    - Objectives                                  1
                                                  1

Methodology                                                        8
Desk review of available literature, direct
observation and key informant interviews:         (2)

    - Detailed description                        2
    - Vague description                           1

Instruments                                       (4)
    Checklist (created by students)

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