Undertake a detailed analysis of a major pioneer of play and reflect critically on their contribution and influence on current educational pedagogy and practice.

Word Limit is 1,500 – PLEASE NOT OVER THAT 1,500!! THIS IS KEY
and the pioneer is VYGOTSKY!
Keeps a clear focus on the question throughout.
Understands not only basic concepts/areas which need to be addressed in answering question, but also other major areas involved in the topic. Will probably consider wider implications and different viewpoints.
Is always relevant.
May deal with the assignment in a somewhat individual way.
Shows a deep understanding of basic/key concepts in the field.
Explains, defines, describes, compares and contrasts concepts carefully and systematically. shows ability to criticise and evaluate information and ideas where appropriate.
is capable of developing a sustained argument.
shows evidence of wide and often critical reading.
Illustrates points with well-chosen examples drawn from reading and/or experience.
shows outstanding ability to paraphrase and summarise reading.
There is a very clear and coherent overall structure, which is indicated to the reader by devices such as good paragraphing and discourse markers.
arguments are developed logically and systematically.
There is some complexity of organisation.
The assignment covers the ground excellently within the word limit.
There is a very skilled use of academic conventions and language, and minimal or no linguistic or typographic errors.