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CJUS 740

Discussion Grading Rubric

Criteria

Levels of Achievement

Content

(70%)

Advanced

92–100%

Proficient

84-91%

Developing

1–83%

Not present

Thread:

Content

6.5 to 7 points:

All key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread.
· The thread is well-developed and fully addresses all aspects of the question.
· The thread is factually correct, is reflective, and is a substantive contribution.
· The thread advances discussion.
· The thread contributes to discussion with clear, concise comments.

5.75 to 6.25 points:

Most of the key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in a thread.
· Major points are stated clearly for the most part.
· Additional academic reference support and/or examples is needed
· Thoughtful analysis is clearly demonstrated for the most part.

1 to 5.5 points:

The key components of the Discussion prompt are not adequately answered.
· Not all the major points are clearly stated and supported.
· Lacks academic support and/or examples.
· Thoughtful analysis is not clearly demonstrated.

0 points

Not present

Thread:

Research Engagement

6.5 to 7 points:

· A minimum of two peer-reviewed/scholarly sources are referenced and integrated.
· Peer-reviewed articles are recent and relevant.

5.75 to 6.25 points:

· A minimum of two peer-reviewed/scholarly sources are integrated somewhat.
· Academic quality is lacking.

1 to 5.5 points:

References are not peer-reviewed/scholarly sources and/or appropriately integrated.

0 points

Not present

Replies:

Content

6.5 to 7 points:

At least 2 substantive replies given in response to classmates’ threads that:
· Relate to the concepts learned through the required readings and
· Share relevant additional knowledge.

5.75 to 6.25 points:

At least 2 substantive replies given in response to classmates’ threads. More attention should be given to:
· The concepts learned through the required readings and
· Shared relevant additional knowledge.

1 to 5.5 points:

· Missing one reply.
· Reply posts are redundant.
· New ideas, research, and/or analysis are not adequately included.

0 points

Not present

Replies:

Research Engagement

6.5 to 7 points:

A minimum of 2 academic /scholarly source is referenced and integrated.

5.75 to 6.25 points:

A minimum of 1 academic /scholarly source is referenced and integrated somewhat. Academic quality is lacking.

1 to 5.5 points:

References are not academic/scholarly sources and/or appropriately integrated.

0 points

Not present

Thread & Replies

Biblical Worldview

6.5 to 7 points:

The post brings clarity to issues being discussed, relating issues to scriptural/biblical principles and experience.

5.75 to 6.25 points:

The post brings some clarity to issues being discussed, relating issues to scriptural/biblical principles and experience.

1 to 5.5 points:

· Attention is needed to clarify issues being discussed, relating issues to scriptural/biblical principles and experience.
· Not present on one to two responses.

0 points

Not present

Structure (30%)

Advanced

92–100%

Proficient

84-91%

Developing

1–83%

Not present

APA, Grammar, Spelling, & Structure

9.25 to 10 points:

· Academic/scholarly sources are referenced and cited appropriately. The thread correctly references literature, readings, or personal experience to support comments.
· This section must be balanced in the “spirit of APA” as Bb DB’s create internal formatting errors.
· Minimal to zero errors in spelling, grammar, and structure.

8.75 to 9 points:

· Some errors in APA.
· Some errors in spelling, grammar, and structure.

1 to 8.5 points:

· Numerous errors in APA.
· Numerous errors in spelling, grammar, and structure.

0 points

Not present

Word Count

4.75 to 5 points:

· Required word count (500-700 words) is met for the initial response.
· At least 2 substantive replies of 200-300 words for each reply.

4.25 to 4.5 points:

· Required word count (250–300 words) is not met for the initial response, but student has posted at least 200 words and/or;
· Only 1 substantive reply of 100–150 words for each reply.

1 to 4 points:

Initial post less than 200 words and/or replies lack depth and contain only a few sentences.

0 points

Not present