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Weekly Online Discussion Rubric (Critical Thinking) 
Weekly Online Discussion Rubric (Critical Thinking)
Rubric Code: NXAA83A
By aztecafly
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Subject: (General)  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Post Graduate

Powered by iRubric Weekly Online Discussion Rubric
  Poor

25 pts

Fair

25 pts

Good

25 pts

Excellent

25 pts

Demonstrates recognition of problem

Poor

No discernable thesis or does not identify and state the nature of the problem or the related issue (s).

Represents the issues inaccurately or inappropriately.
Fair

The thesis states and identifies the main question but does not explain why or how it is a problem or question.

Represent the issues accurately and appropriately.
Good

The thesis identifies the main question and subsidiary aspects of the problem or question.

Articulates some understanding of the scope of the problem and the related issue(s) involved.
Excellent

Thesis articulates a clear understanding of the scope of the problem and issue(s) involved.

Identifies embedded or implicit issues, addressing their relationships to the thesis.
Uses reasoning skills to develop an

Poor

Does not develop an argument based on available information or evidence.

Does not identify the key assumptions and or evaluate the given information that underlies the issues.
Fair

Applies relevant thinking skills (e.g. comparing contrasting, classifying, abstracting, analyzing, criticizing in presenting information but without clear reference to context, assumptions, data and evidence.
Good

Applies relevant thinking skills (e.g. comparing contrasting, classifying, abstracting, analyzing, criticizing in presenting information but without clear reference to context, assumptions, data and evidence.

Suggest implications and consequences without development.
Excellent

Applies relevant thinking skills in presenting information.

Develops solutions by using all available and applicable information.

Identifies and clearly discusses implications and consequences considering relevant assumptions, contexts, data, and evidence.
Demonstrates recognition of problem

Poor

No evidence that any other postings have been read/Unwitting repetition of questions or points made by others
Fair

One or more points from one or more participants only vaguely built upon/refuted in postings
Good

At least one point from one other participant clearly built upon/refuted in postings
Excellent

At least one point from multiple participants clearly built upon/refuted in postings
Shows awareness of multiple points

Poor

Does not acknowledge other possible perspectives or other options were considered in developing the argument.
Does not acknowledge and integrate information derived from other sources.
Fair

Acknowledges other possible perspectives although they are not clearly stated developed or evaluated.

Acknowledges information derived from other sources but does not evaluate or integrate that information into the argument.
Good

States clearly other salient perspectives and positions that are important to the analysis of the issue.

Acknowledges, and examines information derived from other sources and integrates that information into the argument.
Excellent

Clearly states and develops responses to other salient perspectives and positions that are important to the analysis of the issues.

Acknowledges, examines and evaluates information from other sources and integrates that information and other points of view into the argument.
Draws conclusions based on evaluati

Poor

Conclusions are not provided.

Fails to reflect, identify, or develop implications consequences, and conclusion.
Fair

Conclusions are provided but without discussion of implications or consequences.

Little or no reflective thought is provided with regard to assertions or to the key relationships between the other elements such as context, assumptions, or data and evidence.
Good

Conclusions are stated and discussed.

Implications and consequences of the conclusion are reflected in context, assumptions, and supporting evidence.
Excellent

Stated conclusions are based on a thorough examination of evidence, a clear explanation of reasonable alternatives, and/or and evaluation of possible consequences.

Reflection and evaluation develop and challenge solutions by using relevant concepts and information.
Uses proper APA formatting

Poor

Used one or no sources outside of the required reading for research. Does not use correct academic tone
Fair

Used at least two sources outside of the required reading for research. Minimally used academic tone.
Good

Used at least 3 sources outside of the required reading for research. Used proper academic tone. Generally followed all APA rules.
Excellent

Used more than 4 sources outside of the required reading for research. Used proper academic tone and is free of all APA errors.
Writing Standards

Poor

Response has numerous grammatical errors and lacks proper citations. Statements are disorganized; perhaps with a general structure defined, but stream of logic lost in the argument.
Fair

Response has some grammatical errors and does not properly site some of the citations provided. Statements are minimally organized and lack a general structure. The general structure of the discussion does not flow well.
Good

Response is generally free of grammatical errors and includes proper citations. Statements are clear with a thesis defined, though a few points may be out of place or confusing.
Excellent

Response is free of grammatical errors and made proper reference to the course text or to other materials that were used in the discussion. Statements are well organized with a clear thesis statement and concluding thoughts



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