Understanding of the rationale of an artefact

A rationale statement outlines the reasons for an activity or a decision. According to Nikolai (n.d.), many educators use a rationale to explain why a given component of a curriculum was selected. The North-Eastern Illinois University - NEIU (2013) states that the rationale is a justification for using a particular piece of evidence to illustrate achievement of a specific Standard, and NEIU suggests that the rationale should be placed before the pieces of evidence to introduce and justify them. This provides background information and discusses the foreseen benefits and potential challenges of a classroom activity.

The rationale of an artefact
Source: UTS (2013). Week 2 Workshop for 013007 subject.

Hint: Teaching in Australian schools:
In the Rationale, it should be a brief explanation of choice/ importance
                         - aspect of teaching practice/the teaching profession
                         - relevance the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers - by AITST


References:
Nikolai, A. (n.d.) . How to write a Rationale Statement. eHow.com. Retrieved from
              http://www.ehow.com/how_5017361_write-rationale-statement.html
North-Eastern Illinois University (2013). The Rationale and the Reflection. Retrieved from
              http://www.neiu.edu/~middle/PortTool/EPortfolio%20Site/Creatin/Rationale%20and%20Reflection.html