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Read the discussion prompts and create an initial post of 200-250 words. After you complete your initial post, respond to your classmates.
Please take your time to reflect and answer the following questions:
2023 Discussion Board Rubric
2023 Discussion Board Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstration of Knowledge, Understanding and Application of Content in Initial Post
4 pts
Outstanding
Answers all discussion questions and prompts with pertinent information demonstrating critical thinking and thorough understanding of course content. Post exceeds 200 words in length.
3 pts
Good
Answers all discussion questions. Missing detailed information on 1 prompts or required elements. Post exceeds 200 words in length.
2 pts
Proficient
Answers all discussion questions. Some answers are superficial without clear evidence of critical thinking and understanding of content. Lacks detailed information and missing 2 prompts or required elements. Initial post below 200 words but exceeds 150 words.
1 pts
Needs Improvement
Briefly answers all questions but some responses are not correct and/or do not demonstrate understanding of course content. Missing 3+ prompts or majority of required elements. Post does not exceed 150 words.
0 pts
Unacceptable
No discussion board post/no submission.
4 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking and Substance of Peer Responses
3 pts
Outstanding
Provides 2 response posts to peers that demonstrate critical thinking and directly addresses the original post. The post demonstrates extension of the original post, an alternative point of view to foster further discussion or reference/resources to support their response. Post exceeds 100 words in length.
2 pts
Good
Provides 2 response posts to peers that directly address the original post. One post is not substantive (not extending knowledge of the original post, an alternative point of view or resources to support response). Post exceeds 100 words in length.
1.5 pts
Proficient
1 or 2 response posts are submitted but they could be more substantive or offer little insight to further discussion or a repeat of information already posted without adding further information showing critical thinking. May include responses like “I agree†or “good point†with some supporting evidence but not thoroughly written. Response post below 100 words but exceeds 50 words.
1 pts
Needs Improvement
Response posts “I agree†or “good pointâ€, or a repeat of information already posted without adding further information showing critical thinking. Student responds to a maximum of 1 peer. Response post does not exceed 50 words.
0 pts
Unacceptable
No response posts. Student does not respond to any peers.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAcademic Language/Grammar/Composition
3 pts
Outstanding
Excellent use and control of language. Posts and Responses are clearly written and understandable. No misspelled words or typographical errors Citation provided if reference/author cited in posts. APA formatting of reference is used expertly with no errors. Includes (as required for specific courses) minimum of 1 peer-reviewed reference and minimum of 1 reference published within the last 5 years.
2 pts
Good
Good use and control of language. Minor errors (< 2) such as misspelled words, typographical errors or sentence structure issues. APA formatting of references is used with 1-2 errors. Includes (as required for specific courses) maximum of 1 peer-reviewed reference and maximum of 1 reference published within the last 5 years.
1.5 pts
Proficient
Average use and control of language. Some (3-5) errors in post. APA formatting of references is used with 3-4 errors. Includes (as required for specific courses) maximum of 1 peer-reviewed reference. References are published >5 years ago.
1 pts
Needs Improvement
Needs improvement. Below average use and control of language. Significant errors (>5) such as misspelled words, typographical errors or sentence structure issues. APA formatting of references is used with 5+ errors. Does not include (as required for specific courses) 1 peer-reviewed reference. References are published >5 years ago.
0 pts
Unacceptable
Sentences are incoherent and/or improperly structured. Post has multiple typographical errors, misspelled words, which do not reflect appropriate level of writing. APA formatting of references are not used and/or references not included.
3 pts
Total Points: 10