Discussion Thread post: what is a public budget

Criteria Ratings Points

Thread: Content

12 to >9.6 pts

Advanced

• Each question prompt is answered thoroughly and logically • Major points are identified.

9.6 to >7.2 pts

Proficient

• Each question prompt is answered. • Major points are used clearly and effectively for the most part.

7.2 to >0.0 pts

Developing

• Not all facets of the prompt/question are answered. • Lack of clarity, coherence, logic, and focus in key areas.

0 pts

Not Present

Not present

12 pts

Thread: Research Engagement

15 to >12.5 pts

Advanced

Ideas from all the required reading and presentations from the Module: Week are integrated

12.5 to >8.75 pts

Proficient

Ideas from most the required reading and presentations from the Module: Week are integrated.

8.75 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Ideas from few of the required reading and presentations from Module: Week are integrated.

0 pts

Not Present

Not present

15 pts

Replies: Content

15 to >13.13 pts

Advanced

• At least 2 unique interaction posts with classmates • One reply passed to each of 2 classmates’ threads. • Moves the conversation forward with new ideas, research, and analysis.

13.13 to >9.38 pts

Proficient

• At least 2 unique interactions posts with classmates. • One reply posted to each of 2 classmates’ threads. • New ideas, research, and analysis are not always included.

9.38 to >0.0 pts

Developing

• Missing one reply post. • Reply posts are redundant. • Little in the way of new ideas, research, and analysis are not always included.

0 pts

Not Present

Not present

15 pts

Replies: Research Engagement

22 to >18.12 pts

Advanced

• Spiritual/ biblical principles are clear and present • Sources requirement is met.

18.12 to >14.23 pts

Proficient

• Spiritual/ biblical principles are included but at times unfocused. • Sources requirement is partially met.

14.23 to >0.0 pts

Developing

• Missing spiritual/biblical principles. • Sources requirement is lacking.

0 pts

Not Present

Not present

22 pts

Grammar, Spelling, and current APA formatting

15 to >12.5 pts

Advanced

Minimal to no errors in spelling, grammar, or formatting.

12.5 to >8.75 pts

Proficient

Some errors in spelling, grammar, or formatting.

8.75 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Numerous errors in spelling, grammar, or formatting.

0 pts

Not Present

Not present

15 pts

Discussion Grading Rubric 1 | PADM462_D02_202620

Criteria Ratings Points

Word Count 6 to >5.0 pts

Advanced

Appropriate word count: • 350 word count for thread • 150 word count for each reply

5 to >3.0 pts

Proficient

100 words more or less length requirement

3 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Over 100 more or less than length requirement.

0 pts

Not Present

Not present

6 pts

Total Points: 85

Discussion Grading Rubric 1 | PADM462_D02_202620