writing

Discussion Board Rubric HS3073 Program Planning 20 points • Language is clear, concise, and easy to

understand • Discussion is substantive and relates to key

principles presented in readings • Examples are integrated into discussion • Minimum length or number of words (specific

to that week’s instructions). • No spelling or grammar mistakes. • Information from outside resources (textbooks,

articles, etc) is cited within the text and referenced at the end of the text using APA format.

• Unless otherwise stated, 250 words is an appropriate minimum word count

• Replies to at least two other entries o Replies are thought-provoking,

supportive, and reflective o No spelling or grammar mistakes o Only 2 posts per calendar day to prevent

all forum posts on final module day

-3 points • For each peer response NOT posted or NOT counted (up to 6 points)

-1 to 4 points • Information from outside resources is NOT cited within the text and referenced at the end of the text.

• Did NOT use APA format correctly

-1 to 6 points • Language is NOT clear, concise, and easy to understand

• Spelling and grammar mistakes • Does NOT meet minimum length or number of

words • Discussion is NOT substantive and does NOT

relate to key principles presented in readings