1 page paper

Exemplary

Acceptable

Unacceptable

Initial Posting

11 (30.56%) - 12 (33.33%)

Initial post is original, thought provoking, in depth, and demonstrates quality research. Posting stimulates critical inquiry and investigation. Relevance of the topic is demonstrated. Initial post is made in a timely manner (allowing adequate time forcolleagues to respond).

8 (22.22%) - 10 (27.78%)

Initial post is acceptable but does not consistently demonstrate higher-order thinking. Relevance of the topic is cursorily examined. Initial post is made late in the timeline of the week (allowing limited time for colleagues to respond).

0 (0%) - 7 (19.44%)

Initial post is vague, incomplete, or demonstrates a low level of thinking. Initial post is made so that colleagues have inadequate time to respond.

Follow-Up Response(s) Postings

11 (30.56%) - 12 (33.33%)

Response demonstrates a critical and thoughtful understanding of the topic and brings the Discussion to a higher level of inquiry and investigation. Response demonstrates meaningful defense of viewpoint. Responds to one or more colleagues in a timely manner (allowing ample time for colleagues to read and benefit from the postings).

8 (22.22%) - 10 (27.78%)

Response demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic and brings the Discussion to a higher level of inquiry. Some demonstration of defense of argument is present. Responds to one or more colleagues but posts responses late in the timeline of the week

0 (0%) - 7 (19.44%)

Response demonstrates a lack of understanding of the topic. No higher-order thinking is demonstrated. Does not post a response. Or, the response is too minimal to be considered a significant response.

Adherence to Grammar and Style Guidelines

11 (30.56%) - 12 (33.33%)

Demonstrates clear, unambiguous writing that includes proper sentence structure, idea development, paragraph development, and grammar. Adheres to APA style and reference requirements.

8 (22.22%) - 10 (27.78%)

Demonstrates relatively clear writing that includes proper sentence structure, reasonable idea and paragraph development, and few grammatical errors. Adheres to APA style and reference requirements with only a few exceptions.

0 (0%) - 7 (19.44%)

Demonstrates unclear, poorly developed writing that lacks proper sentence structure and idea and paragraph development. Numerous grammatical errors. Demonstrates little adherence to APA style and reference requirements.

Total Points: 36