Discussion - 150 words

Criteria

Points Possible

Points Earned

Thread – Key Components

0 to 2 points

All key components of the Discussion Board Forum prompt are answered in the thread.

Thread – Flow

0 to 2 points

There is a clear, logical flow to the thread.

Thread – Clarity

0 to 20 points

Major points are stated clearly.

Thread – Major Points

0 to 6 points

Major points are supported by the following:

· Textbook, magazines, websites, and/or certified professionals;

· Pertinent, conceptual, or personal examples; and

· Thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, and comparing/contrasting concepts).

Thread – Spelling and Grammar

0 to 5 points

Proper spelling and grammar are used.

Thread – Word Count

0 to 5 points

Required word count (minimum 150 words) is met.

Replies – Word Count

0 to 3 points

Required word count (minimum 150 words each) for 2 replies is met.

Replies – Major Points

0 to 10 points

Major points are supported by the following:

· Textbook, magazines, websites, and/or certified professionals;

· Pertinent, conceptual, or personal examples; and

· Thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, and comparing/contrasting concepts).

Replies – Communication

0 to 2 points

Appropriate “netiquette” manners. (For example, no name-calling or labeling another student’s idea a derogatory term, such as “stupid” or “dumb,” even when disagreeing. See Student Expectations.)

Replies – Clarity

0 to 3 points

Clarity is brought to issues being discussed, relating issues to Scripture/biblical principles and experience.

Replies – Spelling and Grammar

0 to 2 points

Proper spelling and grammar are used.

Total

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