Answers the initial graded threaded discussion question(s)/topic(s), demonstrating knowledge and understanding of concepts for the week.
16 points |
Addresses all aspects of the initial discussion question(s) applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding regarding all weekly concepts.16 points |
Addresses most aspects of the initial discussion question(s) applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding of most of the weekly concepts.14 points |
Addresses some aspects of the initial discussion question(s) applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding of some of the weekly concepts.12 points |
Minimally addresses the initial discussion question(s) or does not address the initial question(s).0 points |
Integrates evidence to support discussion. Sources are credited.*
( APA format not required)
12 points |
Integrates evidence to support your discussion from:assigned readings** OR online lessons, ANDat least one outside scholarly source.***Sources are credited.*12 points |
Integrates evidence to support discussion from:assigned readings OR online lesson.Sources are credited.*10 points |
Integrates evidence to support discussion only from an outside source with no mention of assigned reading or lesson.Sources are credited.*9 points |
Does not integrate any evidence.0 points |
Engages in meaningful dialogue with classmates or instructor before the end of the week.
14 points |
Responds to a classmate and/or instructor’s post furthering the dialogue by providing more information and clarification, thereby adding much depth to the discussion.14 points |
Responds to a classmate and/or instructor furthering the dialogue by adding some depth to the discussion.12 points |
Responds to a classmate and/or instructor but does not further the discussion.10 points |
No response post to another student or instructor.0 points |
Communicates in a professional manner.
8 points |
Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).8 points |
Presents information in an organized manner (few errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).7 points |
Presents information using understandable language but is somewhat disorganized (some errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).6 points |
Presents information that is not clear, logical, professional or organized to the point that the reader has difficulty understanding the message (numerous errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and/or punctuation).0 points |
PARTICIPATION:
Response to initial question: Responds to initial discussion question(s) by
Wednesday, 11:59 p.m. M.T. |
0 points lostStudent posts an answer to the initial discussion question(s) by Wednesday, 11:59 p . m. MT. |
-5 pointsStudent does not post an answer to the initial discussion question(s) by Wednesday, 11:59 p . m. MT. |
PARTICIPATION
Total posts: Participates in the discussion thread at least three times on at least two different days. |
0 points lostPosts in the discussion at least three times AND on two different days. |
-5 pointsPosts fewer than three times OR does not participate on at least two different days. |
NOTES:
* Credited means stating where the information came from (specific article, text, or lesson). Examples: Our text discusses…. The information from our lesson states…, Smith (2010) claimed that…, Mary Manners (personal communication, November 17, 2011)…. APA formatting is not required. |
| ** Assigned readings are those listed on the syllabus or assignments page as required reading. This may include text readings, required articles, or required websites. |
| *** Scholarly source – per the APA Guidelines in Course Resources, only scholarly sources should be used in assignments. These include peer reviewed publications, government reports, or sources written by a professional or scholar in the field. Wikipedia, Wikis, .com website or blogs should not be used as anyone can add to these. For the discussions, reputable internet sources such as websites by government agencies (URL ends in .gov) and respected organizations (often ends in .org) can be counted as scholarly sources. Outside sources do not include assigned required readings. |
