MIS100 – Assessment 3 Brief

Foundations of Information Systems

Assessment Overview

Assessment Task: Digital Debate – Issues on Professional Ethics
Type: Group Assessment
Length: 10–15 minutes (video presentation)
Weighting: 40%
Total Marks: 100
Subject Code: MIS100
Task Title: Digital Debate: Issues on Professional Ethics

Learning Outcomes:
c) Apply ethical and professional standards to information system challenges in business contexts.
d) Collaborate to propose solutions to real-world information systems-related business challenges.

Submission Details

12-Week Duration: Due Sunday, end of Module 11 (Week 11), by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT
6-Week Duration: Due Sunday, end of Module 11 (Week 6), by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT
4-Week Duration: Due Sunday, end of Module 11 (Week 4), by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT

Submission Format:

One 10–15 minute MP4 video recording
Submit via Assessments > Briefs & Submissions in MIS100
One member submits the video
Each student submits their own Peer Evaluation Form

Assessment Task Description

Your group will deliver a digital debate presentation on a current ethical or strategic issue related to information systems (IS).
Building on Assessment 2, your group must take a clear stance and support it using:

real-world IS concepts
ethical frameworks
sustainability principles
responsible use of Generative AI (GenAI)

A slide titled “Group AI Discussion” must be included to explain how your team used GenAI tools ethically during preparation.

Context

Modern organisations face complex IS-related ethical and strategic challenges such as:

AI-driven decision making
data privacy
workforce automation
digital sustainability

This assessment requires students to evaluate these real-world dilemmas using structured debate, ethical reasoning, and IS concepts.
You will collaborate as a team to prepare, plan, and deliver a persuasive, well-supported digital presentation that reflects real professional environments.

Instructions

Step 1: Form a Group

Create a group of 2–4 students
Register according to Group Formation Guidelines

Step 2: Select a Debate Topic

Choose one of the following:

AI-driven customer analytics create serious ethical concerns around data privacy.
Employee displacement due to automation is unavoidable and acceptable in digital transformation.
Smart technology in industry promotes more sustainability hype than real impact.
Digital loyalty programs undermine sustainability by encouraging increased consumption.
GenAI should be used in customer service roles even if it replaces human interactions.

Groups may propose an alternative topic with approval from the learning facilitator.

Step 3: Prepare Your Debate

Review Assessment 2 and ensure continuity
Clearly define your stance
Apply relevant IS concepts
Use ethical and professional frameworks
Prepare structured arguments
Prepare rebuttals to opposing views

Step 4: Integrate GenAI

Use GenAI responsibly for tasks such as:

brainstorming
visual design
simulating stakeholder perspectives

Include a required slide: “Group AI Discussion”, explaining:

how GenAI was used
why the use was ethical and responsible

Step 5: Structure the Presentation

Your 10–15 minute debate must include:

Opening statements
Main arguments
Rebuttals
Conclusion

Presentation requirements:

Each member must contribute
Use at least four slides or visuals
Ensure the video clearly shows your slides
Use MS Teams or a similar tool

Step 6: Rehearse and Record

Practise as a group
Ensure clear audio, visuals, pace, and timing
Keep within the time limit
All members must be visible

Step 7: Peer Evaluations

Each student completes a Peer Evaluation Form
Submit individually and privately

Referencing Requirements

Use current APA style for all citations
Follow guidelines from the Academic Success webpage
Academic integrity must be maintained
Keep copies of drafts and submitted materials

GenAI Usage Policy

Refer to Torrens University Library guidance on GenAI
Consult your facilitator for assessment-specific expectations

Late Penalties & Special Consideration

Late submissions attract penalties
Refer to:
- Assessment Policy for Higher Education Coursework
- Special Consideration Guidelines
- Student Hub for extensions

Assessment Rubric (100 Marks)

Argument Clarity & Depth (30%)

High Distinction: Clear, strong stance; insightful, persuasive arguments; excellent rebuttals
Distinction: Strong stance, persuasive and grounded in evidence
Credit: Understandable stance, some evidence, some rebuttals
Pass: Basic stance, limited arguments and rebuttals
Fail: Weak or unclear position; unsupported arguments

Application of IS Concepts & Ethical Frameworks (30%)

HD: Deep understanding; strong theory-practice links; integrates sustainability
D: Strong and relevant application of IS and ethical concepts
C: Adequate application; clear theoretical connections
P: Minimal references; weak grounding
F: No meaningful IS or ethical integration

Use of GenAI Tools (15%)

HD: Ethical, strategic use; strong explanation and critical reflection
D: Clear use and explanation; some reflection
C: Basic use and limited reflection
P: Superficial and unclear use
F: No use or unethical use

Presentation Quality & Communication (15%)

HD: Highly engaging and professional; excellent slides, pacing, clarity
D: Confident delivery; clear visuals; minor issues
C: Adequate delivery; visuals present
P: Basic delivery; weak visuals
F: Poor clarity, structure, or visual support

Working Well With Others (10%)

HD: Balanced, cohesive collaboration
D: Effective teamwork and smooth transitions
C: Reasonable collaboration
P: Basic collaboration with imbalance
F: Poor teamwork; unequal participation