Discussion Board Participation |
DETAILS:
We expect regular participation in the Discussion Board. Each Discussion Board prompt will state expectations for participants for each conversation thread or activity.
Some weeks may have individual and/or group activities set up in the Discussion Board.
Format: Blackboard Discussion Board.
Due: Regular Entries throughout all Six Modules
Total Assignment Value: 30 points and 30% of grade.
RUBRIC for Each Module
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5
Points |
Excellent |
Good |
Needs Improvement
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| General |
2 points Contributions demonstrate a clear understanding of the topic and reference course materials or research material. Fully participate in group activities. |
1 point Contributions demonstrate understanding of the topic. Participate in group activities. |
0 points Contributions lack clear focus or are off-topic. Do not participate in group activities |
| Peer Review Response to Students |
3 Points Contributions add constructive feedback or a new perspective to posted project/perspectives. The contribution poses additional questions for further discussion; or, in the case of peer review, the contribution offers viable and thoughtful suggestions for improvement of project/activity/assignment. |
2 points Contributions provide feedback to posted project/perspectives. Contribution offers suggestions for improvement. |
1 point In the case of peer review, contributions offer no clear suggestions for improvement. In response to posts, contributions do not extend arguments or offer further ideas for discussion or reflection. |