External Environments Replies

Criteria Ratings Points

Thread 40 to >35.0 pts

Advanced

All key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread, exactly as listed in the instructions. The thread has a clear, logical flow. Major points are stated clearly. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.

35 to >28.0 pts

Proficient

Most of the components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread, exactly as listed in the instructions. The thread has a logical flow. Major points are stated reasonably well. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.

28 to >0.0 pts

Developing

The Discussion prompt is addressed minimally. The thread lacks flow or content, and does not follow the exact assignment instructions. Major points are unclear or confusing. Major points are not supported by examples or thoughtful analysis.

0 pts

Not Present

40 pts

Replies 30 to >26.0 pts

Advanced

Each reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread. Each 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. Each reply is clear and coherent. A minimum of 3 substantive replies are submitted. See instructions for what constitutes a substantive reply.

26 to >21.0 pts

Proficient

Most replies focus on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread. Most replies provide substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and an explanation of why the student likes or dislikes the idea presented in the thread. Most replies are clear and coherent. A minimum of 2 substantive replies are submitted. See instructions for what constitutes a substantive reply.

21 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Some replies focus on a point made in another student’s thread. Replies could be more substantive regarding the thread. Replies lack clarity and coherence. A minimum of 1 substantive reply is submitted. See instructions for what constitutes a substantive reply.

0 pts

Not Present

30 pts

Discussion Grading Rubric | BUSI604_B05_202220

Criteria Ratings Points

Spelling, Grammar, Current APA Formatting

30 to >26.0 pts

Advanced

Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Exact level heading required wording is present. 5 references are cited in current APA format.

26 to >21.0 pts

Proficient

Some spelling and grammar errors are present. Sentences are presented well. Paragraphs contain some varied sentence structures. Inexact level heading required wording is present Where applicable, 4 references are cited with APA formatting.

21 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Level heading required wording is present references are minimally or not cited in current APA format.

0 pts

Not Present

30 pts

Total Points: 100

Discussion Grading Rubric | BUSI604_B05_202220