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EVT204A_Assessment_1_Brief_Discussion Forum. Due Module 1-6 Nov 2020 Page 1 of 11 ASSESSMENT 1 BRIEF Subject Code and Title EVT204A Wedding Planning Assessment Assessment 1: Discussion Forum: Module Review Questions Individual/Group Individual Length 300 – 500 words per week as a guide Learning Outcomes The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful completion of the task below include: a) Evaluate the socio-cultural implications of the wedding event. b) Compare and analyse the expectations of the stakeholders in the wedding planning process. c) Identify and assess the behavioural responsibilities and techniques required of the effective wedding planner. d) Apply the structure and processes necessary in wedding organisation based on client expectations. e) Interpret contemporary issues in relation to marriage and weddings. f) Analyse the elements of risk and disaster management relevant to wedding events. Submission Due by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday end of Module 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Sunday end of Module 6.1 (week 11). Weighting 30% (5% per post) Total Marks 100 marks in each module Task Summary As an individual you will research and participate in online discussion forums by first posting your own original comments in response to questions provided, and then commenting on at least one other student’s comment. Your original post consists of your responses to questions from the modules. Your post must be between 200 – 500 words. EVT204A_Assessment_1_Brief_Discussion Forum. Due Module 1-6 Nov 2020 Page 2 of 11 Please refer to the Task Instructions for details on how to complete this task. Context This assessment will help you really delve into the wedding planning industry. Each week you will research and write about topics directly related to various aspects of weddings: history, culture, organisation, client liaison, legalities, creativity, risks, processes and client expectation. The online discussion forum is an excellent place to see how your classmates deal with each week’s subject matter and find answers to common questions. This gives you a real opportunity to gain valuable perspective on wedding planning. Participating in the class discussion of the weekly review questions will really enhance your learning experience of communication, design and business skills as this assessment is a professional communication process. The forum introduces you to others who could serve as resources during the course, and perhaps facilitate employment in this quickly growing industry. This assessment will also directly help you with your next two assessments. Task Instructions To complete this assessment task you must consider the module questions below, conduct research, and write an original post that is fully referenced. You are to critique and make a constructive comment on at least one other person’s post in modules 1-5. This comment must be thorough, answering the prompt given for the response. No comment on another’s post is required for module 6. In each set of questions (below) you will see a prompt or suggestion (in italics) that will guide you as to how you might respond to at least one other student’s post. You will be assessed on how well you analyse concepts, provide useful information and write a succinct, well documented post using APA referencing format. Refer to the assessment rubric at the end of this brief. Each set of review questions will be marked out of 100 and will be worth 5% for each of the six modules. Overall, assessment 1 is worth 30% of your final grade. To guide you: • Examine each question and consider your answers carefully. Research thoroughly and support your answers with relevant information investigated from at least three sources, only one of which may be the textbook. You may also include both primary and secondary evidence from textbooks, your own experience, business websites, or other relevant social media sources, e.g. professional blogs, magazines and websites. (Check the subject outline and the modules for lists of resources). • Use quotations sparingly. Rather, paraphrase your answers and, under no circumstances, simply cut and paste information. EVT204A_Assessment_1_Brief_Discussion Forum. Due Module 1-6 Nov 2020 Page 3 of 11 • Word totals for each post should be in the 200-500 words range. Some might be quite short and others longer. Support your answers with evidence, concepts, and related experiences. Include a reference, link, or citation, as required. • Some questions will require you to identify or propose trends by developing and posting a Pinterest page or concept page. Please post a new page for each required topic. The protocol for posting and contributing to an online discussion: • It is imperative that you discuss in your own words your understanding and findings of your research from essential, optional and your own resources on each discussion. This must be supported by APA referencing to demonstrate academic rigour. Respond to at least one other student, posting in a professional, encouraging and insightful manner. Go well beyond simple praise. • Please note: You will not be able to access other posts until you post your own answers Module questions Module 1 1. Give four examples of interpretation on hegemony and how it influences weddings and marriage? 2. Review the laws regarding procurement of a marriage license in your jurisdiction. What are the application requirements, waiting period, expiration and cost? Who is responsible for the organisation of this legality? 3. Read Culture Corner Case Studies 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 and 2.6. Which one did you find most interesting and why? What issues can you see in one other students’ response that you do /do not agree with? Professionally respond to their post and provide your observations. Post all answers to Module 1.2 (week 2). Due no later than Sunday,11.58 pm EVT204A_Assessment_1_Brief_Discussion Forum. Due Module 1-6 Nov 2020 Page 4 of 11 Module 2 1. What are seven key issues to consider when assisting clients in selecting a venue? List these in what you consider to be order of importance. 2. Draw-up a table showing the pros and cons of a destination wedding, to assist clients in decision making on a wedding at home or away. 3. What additional fees would you include or exclude in a wedding package that includes travelling to a remote destination for three days in order to deliver the wedding? In this response to another student, note any additions you believe could have been added. Post all answers to the Module 2.2 (week 4) Discussion Forum. Due no later than Sunday,11.58 pm Module 3 1. What necessary information must be received by the caterer or catering department before a formal menu proposal can be made? 2. What culinary styles and trends would you suggest for weddings and why? 3. Name five considerations when selecting a wedding cake and three noted cake suppliers within your city or region. 4. Name three bridal couture shops in your city or region to buy a wedding gown and name three globally successful wedding gown designers. 5. Identify two style icons from the past half-century who have influenced gown design and name who in the past ten years has demonstrated the icons influence in their chosen gowns? 6. What considerations would you make when selecting flowers for a bridal bouquet? 7. Create a Pinterest/Concept page incorporating images from points 2,3,4 or 5 and 6 that would complement and demonstrate a coherent design concept. In this response to another student, comment on any of the work you believe to have developed your knowledge and widened your scope on suppliers. Post all answers to Module 3.2 (week 6) Discussion Forum. Due no later than Sunday, 11.58pm EVT204A_Assessment_1_Brief_Discussion Forum. Due Module 1-6 Nov 2020 Page 5 of 11 Module 4 1. What would you suggest to your clients as relevant areas to consider in photography and videography? 2. Analyse the wedding planner’s tool kit. Then include and give reason for five additional items that are not included in the given list. 3. Consider and deliver ten significant points that should be incorporated on floor plans for any ceremonies and receptions. 4. Risk management “what could possibly go wrong”. Describe two possible risks on each of the following: A) Suppliers’ deliveries B) Transportation C) Entertainment D) Food and beverage E) Pets and young children at weddings. In this response to another student, note any additions you believe could have been added. Post all answers to Module 4 (week 8) Discussion Forums. Due no later than Sunday, 11.58 pm Module 5 1. Identify three crucial elements that should be in every wedding contract 2. In your own words, what are the differences between formative and summative evaluation and briefly explain why one of these is inappropriate for wedding evaluation. 3. Explain the benefits and drawbacks of competition and why it is important to maintain good relationships with our competitors. 4. When commencing your wedding planning business will it be a sole trader, franchise, company or a partnership? Give reasons as to why. In this response to another student, compliment any of the work you believe to have developed your knowledge. Post all answers to Module 5 (week 10). Due