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Discussion Forum Grading Rubric

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For student postings:
* Completion of all Discussion Forum topics
* Substantial original contributions for each Discussion Forum topic that further
the work of the class.
* Original, thoughtful analysis of lesson materials.
* Connects unit material to life experiences, past assignments, and elaborates.
* Clear and fluent writing.
* Postings made in a timely manner, meaning discussion contribution beginning
A= within four days of the week’s start and continuing over the week for each
90- Discussion Forum topic.
100%
For responses to other postings:
* Respond to two or more postings in each Discussion Forum topic in addition to
original
response
* Responses are thoughtful and advance the discussion.
* Frequent interaction with students within sessions (e.g., at least three posting
days per
Discussion Forum topic over the week).
For student postings:
* Completion of all Discussion Forum assignments.
* Fairly substantial postings that significantly contribute to the class.
* Responses given are relevant and indicate understanding of course readings.
* Some analysis of materials.
B= * Clear writing.
80- * Postings only on the last two or three days of the week.
89%
For responses to other postings:
* Responses to 1 or 2 postings in each discussion in addition to original response.
* Mainly thoughtful responses.
* Periodic interaction with classmates (e.g., 2 posting days per Discussion Forum
topic over the
week).
* Some assignments may be missing.
* Some vague or summary references to materials.
* Comments brief and did not demonstrate an understanding of the material
C=
(example: "good point").
70-
* Few and insubstantial responses to other student postings and/or no original
79%
response to
Discussion topic.
* Inconsistent and/or unclear writing.
* Posting only on the last day
 * Several missing assignments.
* Minimal postings.
F= * Significant writing errors.
Below
 Off-topic postings.
60%
 No interaction with other postings.
 Abusive or inappropriate behavior