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Criteria

Outstanding

Very Good

Competent

Poor

Initial Post Content

7 points

5 points

3 points

0 points

Addresses ALL aspects of the initial discussion question(s), applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding regarding ALL weekly concepts.

Addresses MOST aspects of the initial discussion question(s), applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding of MOST of the weekly concepts.

Addresses SOME aspects of the initial discussion question(s), applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding of SOME of the weekly concepts.

Minimally addresses the initial discussion question(s) or does not address the initial question(s).

Initial Post Evidence & Sources

4 points

3 points

2 points

0 points

Integrates evidence to support discussion from assigned readings OR online lessons, AND at least one outside scholarly source. Sources are credited.

Integrates evidence to support discussion from assigned readings OR online lessons. Sources are credited.

Integrates evidence to support discussion only from an outside source with no mention of assigned readings or lessons. Sources are credited.

Does not integrate any evidence.

Follow-Up Post

8 points

6 points

4 points

0 points

Response furthers the dialogue by providing more information and clarification, thereby adding much depth to the discussion.

Response furthers the dialogue by adding some depth to the discussion.

Response does not further the dialogue significantly; adds little depth to the discussion.

Does not respond to another student or instructor.

Professional Communication

4 points

3 points

2 points

0 points

Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

Presents information in an organized manner (few errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

Presents information using understandable language but is somewhat disorganized (some errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

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).

Frequency of Responses

2 points

0 points

Posts in the discussion on two different days.

Posts fewer than two different days OR does not participate at all.

Total Points Possible = 25 points