DB#3 RESPONSE TO CLASSMATE POST

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content

(70%)

Advanced

92-100%

Proficient

84-91%

Developing

1-83%

Not present

Total

Thread:

Substantive Requirements Met

18.5 to 20 points:

All key components of the Discussion Board Thread prompt are addressed in the thread.

16.75 to 18.25 points:

Most of the components of the Discussion Board Thread prompt are addressed in the thread.

1 to 16.5 points:

The Discussion Board Thread prompt is addressed minimally.

0 points

Not present

Thread:

Major Points Supported by Evidence and Reasoning

18.5 to 20 points:

The thread has a clear, logical flow. Major points are stated clearly and are supported by reading and study materials, pertinent examples, thoughtful analysis and integration of biblical principles.

16.75 to 18.25 points:

The thread has a logical flow. Major points are stated reasonably well and are generally supported by reading and study materials, pertinent examples, thoughtful analysis and integration of biblical principles.

1 to 16.5 points:

The thread lacks flow of content. Major points are unclear or confusing. Major points are not sufficiently supported.

0 points

Not present

Reply:

Content

11.5 to 12.5 points:

At least two replies. Reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread. Reply provides substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and an explanation of why the student agrees or disagrees with the idea presented in the thread. Reply is clear and coherent. Includes applicable APA format and Christian world view with correctly cited APA format which is error free.

10.5 to 11.25 points:

At least two replies. Reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread. Reply provides substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and an explanation of why the student likes or dislikes the idea presented in the thread. Reply is clear and coherent. Includes applicable APA format and Christian world view with correctly cited APA format with minor errors.

1 to 10.25 points:

Missing a reply. Reply focuses on a point made in another student’s thread. Reply could be more substantive regarding the thread. Reply lacks clarity and coherence. Includes applicable APA format and Christian world view with correctly cited APA format with significant errors.

0 points

Not present

Structure (30%)

Advanced

92-100%

Proficient

84-91%

Developing

1-83%

Not present

Total

Thread:

Formatting & Arrangement

11.5 to 12.5 points:

Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear and concise. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Format exemplifies correct APA format including title-page, abstract, content, and reference page.

10.5 to 11.25 points:

Some errors in grammar, punctuation and/or spelling are present. Some sentences may require clarification. Paragraphs contain some varied sentence structures. Format has minor structural error in APA format including title-page, abstract, content, and reference page.

1 to 10.25 points:

Spelling, grammar and punctuation errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Format has multiple errors APA format including title-page, abstract, content, and reference page.

0 points

Not present

Thread:

Word Count

4.75 to 5 points:

Appropriate word count of 1,000 words is met.

4.25 to 4.5 points:

100 words more or less than the required length.

1 to 4 points:

Over 200 words more or less than the required length.

0 points

Not present

Reply:

Word Count

4.75 to 5 points:

Appropriate word count of 500 words is met.

4.25 to 4.5 points:

50 words more or less than the required length.

1 to 4 points:

Over 50 words more or less than the required length.

0 points

Not present

Professor Comments:

Total:

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