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Quality of Original
Discussion Post
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The original post does
not cover all aspects of the prompt, or any parts of
the prompt. (0 points)
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The original post provides
a weak response to the prompt demonstrating minimum
preparation. (10 points)
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The original post addresses
all aspects of the prompt, but does not fully develop
each of the concepts. (15 points)
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The original post completely
addresses all aspects of the prompt. (20 points)
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Quality of Follow-up
Discussion Posts
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The follow-up posts
are off-topic and do not reflect postings made by classmates.
(0 points)
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Follow-up posts do
not provide additional information with support and
do not provoke thoughtful conversation. (10 points)
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Appropriate follow-up
posts are evident, but do not add additional information.
(15 points)
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Follow-up posts demonstrate
great thought and facilitate further meaningful discussion.
(20 points)
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Demonstration of
Topic Knowledge
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The posts are off-topic
and/or do not relate to the postings of others. (0 points)
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The posts rephrase
information posted by others and do not contain new
insights or information. (10 points)
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The posts are factually
correct, but lack evidence of full understanding. (15
points)
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The posts are factually
correct and contain well-thought out ideas. Your posts
prompts conversations with your classmates and adds
to the overall dialogue on the topic. (20 points)
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References and Support
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Posts are off-topic,
contain incorrect or irrelevant information. (0 points)
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Posts do not contain
any original ideas or information. No supporting references
are included. (10 points)
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Posts include correct
facts, but is not fully developed. Support references
may or may not be included. (15 points)
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Posts include opinions
with facts and references to support the posting. (20
points)
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Spelling, Grammar
and Mechanics
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The discussion posts
contain multiple grammatical and spelling errors causing
disorganization and confusion. The tone is rude and
disrespectful of others' postings. (0 points)
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Posts are minimal and
confusing. Posts contain grammatical and spelling errors.
These errors detract from the overall quality of the
postings. (10 points)
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Posts are well-written
and concise with some spelling and grammatical errors.
The tone is pleasant and inviting. (15 points)
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Posts are well-written
and concise with no spelling or grammatical errors.
A pleasure to read! (20 points)
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