Content/Information |
- Clarity of purpose
- Critical and original thought
- Incorporation of examples (if applicable)
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- All concepts are clearly presented
- Detailed information shows thoughtful acquisition of concepts from the materials
- Student went above and beyond the resources provided in class and incorporated information from outside resources.
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- The majority of concepts are clear and detailed
- Thoughts and ideas are supported logically and incorporate concepts from the resources provided in the classroom.
- The content demonstrates the student's understanding of the topic.
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- Some ideas are elaborated upon while others aren't adequately supported
- The incorporation of concepts from the material is present but isn't fully developed
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Contribution |
- Furthering learning
- Inciting additional discussion
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- Post includes an integration of multiple viewpoints on the topic.
- Post includes reflection on other postings in an attempt to deepen the discussion or elicit response.
- Presents a creative approach to the topic
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- Post includes thought-provoking questions.
- Post addresses other contributions and/or responses within the discussion forum
- Shows effort to engage peers.
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- Post briefly touches upon or summarizes at least one other forum contribution.
- Post doesn't include any alternative reflection or point of view.
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Mechanics |
- Format
- Use of language
- Citations
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- Citations are included and in correct AP format.
- Few punctuation or mechanical errors exist.
- Vocabulary and format are appropriate.
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- Citations are included and in correct AP format
- A demonstrable effort is apparent in terms of vocabulary and sentence structure.
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- Citations are included but not in the correct format.
- Errors are present and do not demonstrate an effort to follow grammar and structure guidelines
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Responses to peers |
- Participation
- Thoughtful and deliberate contribution
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- Student provides more than the minimum number of thoughtful responses to their peers' posts.
- Student demonstrates analysis of others' posts and extends meaningful discussion by building on previous posts.
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- Student provides the required number of thoughtful responses to their peers' posts.
- Posts address the topic with reflection and offer meaningful insight that adds to the conversation.
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- Student provides the required number of appropriate responses to their peers' posts.
- Posts address the topic, but consist mostly of a rote repletion of the study materials.
- Responses show little or no reflection on previous posts.
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