Grading Rubric for Discussion Postings
Criteria
Ratings
Ratings
Ratings
Ratings
Points
Addresses the Question
Thoroughly addresses all parts of the discussion question.
4 points
Addresses most aspects of the discussion question.
3 points
Addresses parts of the discussion question.
2 points
Fails to address all parts of the discussion question.
0 points
4 points
Substantive Nature of Post
Substantive. Added depth to the overall conversation.
4 points
Substantive with clear details and examples.
3 points
Attempts a substantive response but needs more detail.
2 points
Not substantive
0 points
4 points
Organization and Clarity
Extremely organized, clear and concise throughout.
4 points
Organized and clear.
3 points
Attempts organization, but the writing in places is unclear.
2 points
Lacks organization/unclear.
0 points
4 points
Mechanics (Spelling and Grammar)
Mechanics reflect careful editing.
4 points
A couple of errors present, but they do not distract.
3 points
Mechanical errors distract at times.
2 points
Mechanical errors throughout.
0 points
4 points
Responded to fellow student’s post
Substantial response.
4 points
Sufficient response.
3 points
Insufficient response.
2 points
Did not respond to a fellow student post.
0 points
4 points
Total Points:20