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ELEMENTS OF “JOINTNESS” TDQ

Objective: The objectives of this assignment are for you to display both an understanding and ability to critically think about various elements of “jointness,” and interact with your classmates to promote student-centered learning. The former will be accomplished through a Threaded Discussion Question (TDQ) focusing on material presented in the self-paced prerequisite courses – Joint Forces, Joint Planning and Joint Air Operations. The latter will be accomplished through interaction with your classmates throughout the week on the discussion board.

Deliverables: The following are required to successfully complete this assignment.

1. Due by Wed of Week 1 (2200 CST). Within your instructor-assigned Group, make your initial post in the Elements of Jointness section of the Discussion Board. The following guidance applies to your Initial Post. It must:

· be between 400-500 words.

· answer all aspects of the assigned question.

· take a clear position and clearly explain supporting rationale.

· be well written.

· reference and appropriately cite supporting self-paced course material.

· follow all administrative requirements.

2. Due by Sat of Week 1 (2200 CST). Within your instructor-assigned Group, and across fellow student Groups, complete your Follow-on Post requirements. For this TDQ, you must reply to two students within your instructor-assigned Group and one student each in the two remaining student Groups – five posts minimum. The following guidance applies to your Follow-on Posts. They must:

· be comprehensive and substantive.

· include appropriate citations where appropriate.

· promote discussion and student-centered learning.

· be well written.

· follow all administrative requirements.

Assessment: This assignment will be assessed via this rubric.

Elements of “Jointness” TDQ - Rubric Return to Assignment Overview