Grading_Rubric.docx

PADM 501

Discussion Assignment Grading Rubric

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content 70%

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Thread:

Content

9 to 10 points

The thread has a clear, logical flow. Major Points: are stated clearly and are supported by reading and study materials, pertinent examples, thoughtful analysis, and integration of biblical principles.

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

7 to 8 points

The thread has a logical flow. Major Points: are stated reasonably well and are generally supported by reading and study materials, pertinent examples, thoughtful analysis and integration of biblical principles.

1 to 6 points

The thread lacks flow or content. Major Points: are unclear or confusing. Major Points: are not sufficiently supported.

0 points Not present

Reply: Content

6 to 7 points

Reply moves the conversation forward with new research and ideas.

4 to 5 points

Reply generally moves the conversation forward with new research and ideas.

1to 3 points

Reply often fails to move the conversation forward with new research and ideas.

0 points

Not present

Structure 30%

Advanced

Proficient

Developing

Not present

Composition and Formatting

3 to 4 points

Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited in current APA format.

2 to 2 points

Some errors in grammar, punctuation and/or spelling are present. Some sentences may require clarification. Paragraphs contain some varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited with some APA formatting.

1 to 1 point

Spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current APA format.

0 points

Not Present

Word Count

3 to 4 points

Required word count of at least 300 words is met for the thread.

Minimum word count of 150 words for the reply is met.

2 to 2 points

Word count is 200-299 words for the thread.

Minimum word count of 100-149 words for the reply is met.

1 to 1 point

Word count is 1 to 199 words for the thread.

Minimum word count of 1-99 words for the reply is met.

0 points

Not Present