Statistical concepts are used in our everyday lives. Select one of the below week’s objectives and develop a brief discussion: ?Differentiate between the re

Discussion Board Rubric

Criteria Unsatisfactory-Beginning Developing Accomplished Exemplary Total Ideas,

Arguments, & Analysis

0-30 points 35-39 points 40-44 points 45-50 points /50 Ideas expressed lack an understanding of the discussion topic. Comments are irrelevant, off-topic, and/or confusing to follow. Viewpoint, if given, is not supported with evidence or examples. **If noted to be using AI (ar ficial intelligence), a deduc on of 50 Points will be given for 1st warning, with a 100 point deduc on (Zero for discussion) will be given therea er as it violates academic integrity.**

Ideas expressed in discussion posts show a minimal understanding of the discussion topic. Comments are general in nature and/or occasionally may not be relevant. Rehashes or summarizes ideas with limited analysis, original thought, and/or supported viewpoints.

Ideas expressed in discussion posts are mostly substan ve and relevant to topic; some original thought. Demonstrates logical thinking, reasoning, and/or analysis for most part. Viewpoint is supported with evidence and/or examples.

Ideas expressed in discussion posts include original thought, substan al depth, and are relevant to topic. Viewpoint shows strong logical thinking, reasoning, and analysis with evidence and examples. Construc on of new meaning and insights are evident.

Connection to Course Materials

0-13 points 14-15 points 16-17 points 18-20 points /20 No connec ons are made to readings or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.), and/or if made, are not clearly stated and are largely personal opinions. No reference used.

Minimal direct connec ons are made to readings and/or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.). Connec ons are largely inferred and somewhat unclear at

mes. Only 1 reference used with no in-text cita ons.

Some direct connec ons are made to readings and/or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.) and are clearly stated for the most part. Only 1 Reference used with in- text cita ons.

Strong, direct connec ons are made to readings and/or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.) and are clearly stated. 2 References used, listed, and appropriate in-text cita ons.

Contribution to Learning Community

0-13 points 14-15 points 16-17 points 18-20 points /20 Negligible contribu on to the learning community. Rarely engages with students and generally ignores others’ posts and/or has a nega ve effect through misrepresen ng content in other posts, inappropriate comments made, and/or a empts to dominate the discussion. -10 points with No replies to peer.

Somewhat contributes to the learning community but the focus is generally on own posts. Occasionally interacts with others’ pos ngs but li le a empt to involve other students in the discussion. Short statements such as “I agree with…”. -5 points with only 1 reply to peer (2 required).

Contributes to the learning community. O en a empts to direct group discussion to present relevant viewpoints and meaningful reflec on by others. Interacts respec ully with students.

Effec vely contributes to the learning community. Frequently ini ates dialogue and mo vates group discussion by providing feedback to students’ pos ngs, asking follow-up ques ons, and through though ul, reflec ve comments. Respec ully encourages a variety of viewpoints and invites contribu ons from others.

Criteria Unsatisfactory-Beginning Developing Accomplished Exemplary Total Writing Quality

0-6 points 7 points 8 points 9-10 points /10 Posts show a below average/poor wri ng style that lacks standard English, and/or is difficult for readers to follow. Contains frequent errors in grammar, punctua on, usage, and spelling. Not in APA format.

Posts show an average and/or casual wri ng style using standard English that is generally clear but contains some errors in grammar, punctua on, usage, and spelling. APA Format with major errors more than 3 forma ng errors.

Discussion posts show above average wri ng style that is clear using standard English with minor errors in grammar, punctua on, usage, and/or spelling. APA Format with minor errors (may include no in-text cita ons, forma ng error, or non-paragraph form).

Discussion posts are well wri en and clearly ar culated using standard English, characterized by elements of a strong wri ng style with correct grammar, punctua on, usage, and spelling; APA Format with no errors.

TOTAL POINTS (sum of 5 Criteria) /100

Source: Rubric by Denise Kreiger, Instruc onal Design/Technology Services, SC&I, Rutgers, 3/2014

Updated: G. Diaz Sept. 2023

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