Discussion Post

Hybrid Discussion Rubric

Criteria

Excellent

Satisfactory

Needs Improvement

Initial Post

Content/Comprehension

6 points possible

Post demonstrates

depth of understanding of course content; Addresses discussion prompt completely; offers clear point of view and detail.

4-6 points

Post demonstrates adequate depth of understanding, but does not address all of discussion prompt; point of view is somewhat unclear and detail is limited.

2-3 points

Post does not demonstrate depth of understanding of course content; Discussion prompt is minimally addressed; Point of view is unclear and detail is under-developed.

1 point

Initial Post

Timeliness

2 points possible

Submits initial post by deadline.

2 points

Submits initial post late.

0 points

Initial Post

Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics

2 points possible

Post has 0-1 spelling or grammatical errors; Properly cites work in APA format where required.

2 point

Post has 2-3 spelling or grammatical errors; Cites work in APA format where required with few errors.

1 point

Posts have 4 or more spelling or grammatical errors; Does not cite work where required.

0 points

Peer Responses

Engagement/Classroom

Interaction

6 points possible

(One to two response posts, please refer to the week’s discussion for specific requirements)

Submits required number of response posts; Responses extend the discussion by making connections, relating to others’ ideas and adding supporting detail.

4-6 points

Submits required number of response posts; Some connections are made with relevant explanation and detail.

2-3 points

Responses are not submitted; Responses are generic, limited, do not extend the discussion or add detail.

1 point

Peer Responses

Timeliness

2 points possible

Submits peer response posts by deadline.

2 points

Submits peer response posts late.

0 points

Peer Responses

Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics

2 points possible

Posts have 0-1 spelling or grammatical errors; Properly cites work in APA format where required.

2 point

Posts have 2-3 spelling or grammatical errors; Cites work in APA format where required with few errors.

1 point

Posts have 4 or more spelling or grammatical errors; Does not cite work where required.

0 point