iRubric: Discussion Forum/Question Rubric

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, prior coursework, etc.) to support important points. Well-edited quotes are cited appropriately. No more than 10% of the posting is a direct quotation. Answers question completely.

Discussion postings display an understanding of the required readings and underlying concepts including correct use of terminology and proper citation. No more than 10% of the posting is a direct quotation. Answers question completely.

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. Sources are not cited. question partially answered.

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, relevant research, or specific real-life application. Major portion of question ignored.

Student did not attempt activity

Written responses are free of grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing facilitates communication.

Written responses are largely free of grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing generally facilitates communication.

Written responses include some grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors that distract the reader.

Written responses contain numerous grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing does not facilitate effective communication.

Student did not attempt activity

Both initial posts and first responses are posted a day earlier than required.

Initial - Tues
Response - Thurs

Both the initial post and the first response post meet requirements

Initial - Wed
Response - Friday

Either the initial post or responses are late but allow enough time for some dialogue within the week.
Initial - Fri
Response - Sat

One or both posts are too late to allow for dialogue within the week.


Both - Sunday or not within module week.

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