discussion L2D

Discussion postings display an excellent understanding of the required readings and underlying concepts including correct use of terminology. Postings integrate an outside resource, or relevant research, or specific real-life application (work experience,

Discussion postings repeat and summarize basic, correct information, but do not link readings to outside references, relevant research or specific real-life application and do not consider alternative perspectives or connections between ideas.

Discussion postings show little or no evidence that readings were completed or understood. Postings are largely personal opinions or feelings, or "I agree" or "Great idea", without supporting statements with concepts from the readings, outside resources

Discussion postings actively stimulate and sustain further discussion by building on peers' responses including — building a focused argument around a specific issue or  — asking a new related question or  — making an oppositional statement

Discussion postings contribute to the class' ongoing conversations as evidenced by  — affirming statements or references to relevant research or,  — asking related questions or,  — making an opposition statement supported by any personal experience

Discussion postings do very little to contribute to ongoing conversations as evidenced by  — affirming statements or references to relevant research or,  — asking related questions or,  — making an oppositional statement supported by any personal

Written interactions on the discussion board show respect and sensitivity to peers' gender, cultural and linguistic background

Need to read more of the postings from other students.  Some of the written interactions on the discussion board could show more respect and interest in the viewpoints of others.

Written interactions on the discussion board show disrespect for the viewpoints of others.