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Summative Assessment 1: Written 100 Points Possible assessment (800 words)

3/13/2026

Attempt 1

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Unlimited Attempts Allowed 1/28/2026 to 5/27/2026

Details

Task Overview

The first assessment is an 800 word assignment that focuses on physiology.

Course Learning Outcome Assessed

• LO1 Critically apply knowledge of physiology to human function.
• LO2 Explain how changes at cellular level affect the function of tissues, organs and body systems and precipitate physiological responses to maintain homeostasis.

Instructions

1. Select one physiological process or bodily function.
2. Explain the physiological function of the chosen topic.
3. Explain how the cellular responses maintain homeostasis and how the homeostatic response supports relevant tissues and organs for your chosen process or function.
4. Support your explanation with relevant contemporary evidence.

Watch the introductory assignment one video and view a previous assignment example go to the Library/Academic Literacy Resources. (https://canvas.aut.ac.nz/courses/21519/pages/library-slash-academic-literacy-resources)

Marking and Feedback

Marking will be completed based on the rubric. Feedback will be provided through Canvas.

Submission Information

A written assignment submitted digitally as a Word document through Turnitin on Canvas.

Key assignment presentation information:

Font:

• Size 11 Arial
• Sentences spaced 1.5

Structure:

• Include a brief introduction, body, and conclusion.
• Sentences and paragraphs need to be well- structured and coherent.

References:

• All sources need to be referenced using APA, for help with referencing use the Library/Academic Literacy Resources. (https://canvas.aut.ac.nz/courses/21519/pages/library-slash-academic-literacy-resources)
• References should be credible, relevant and within the last 10 years. Some seminal sources can be included.

Other useful information:

• Subheadings can be used, however, these will be counted in your word count.
• Don’t include diagrams or tables.

Access additional submission information (https://canvas.aut.ac.nz/courses/21519/pages/additional-submission-information) for information on:

• Student Responsibilities
• Late Submission of Assessment (24- Hour Grace Period)
• Special Consideration Applications (SCA)
• Reconsideration of grades
• Communication with the Examination Board
• Appeal of final grade
• Academic Integrity Declaration

Summative Assessment 1 Marking Rubric