CEFS 510
Discussion Assignment Instructions
You will complete 4 Discussions in this course. You will post one thread of at least 300 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Thursday of the assigned module. You must then post 2 replies of at least 150 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned module. For each thread, you must support your assertions with at least two scholarly citations in APA format. Each reply must incorporate at least one scholarly citation in APA format. Any sources cited must have been published within the last five years. Acceptable sources include the textbook, other books, the Bible, and journal articles.
CEFS 510
Discussion Grading Rubric
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Criteria
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Levels of Achievement
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Content
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Advanced
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Proficient
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Developing
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Not present
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Thread: Content
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18 to 20 points
All key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in a new thread. The thread has a clear, logical flow and includes at least 300-350 words. Major points are stated clearly. Major points are supported by at least two citations from the reading/lecture materials. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.
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17 points
Most of the components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread. The thread has a logical flow and includes at least 250-299 words. Major points are stated reasonably. Major points are supported by at least one citation from the reading/lecture materials. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.
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1 to 16 points
The Discussion prompt are addressed minimally. The thread lacks flow or content. Major points are unclear or confusing. Major points are not supported by examples or thoughtful analysis. No citations are used from the reading/lecture materials. The thread is under the content requirement (1-249 words).
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0 points
Not present
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Replies: Content
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14 to 15 points
Two replies must be present. Each reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another student’s or professor’s thread. Each reply provides substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and includes 150-200 words of content. Each reply is clear and coherent and includes at least one citation from class or outside materials.
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13 points
Two replies must be present. Each reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread and includes 100-149 words. Most replies provide substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread. Most replies are clear and coherent.
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1 to 12 points
At least one reply must be present. Some replies focus on a point made in another student’s thread. Replies could be more substantive regarding the thread. Replies lack clarity and coherence.
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0 points
Not present
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Structure
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Advanced
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Proficient
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Developing
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Not present
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Thread: Grammar and Spelling, APA formatting
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8 points
Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. References are cited in current APA format.
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7 points
Spelling and grammar has some errors. Sentences are presented as well. Paragraphs contain some varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited with nearly accurate APA formatting.
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1 to 6 points
Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current APA format.
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0 points
Not present
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Replies: Grammar and Spelling, APA formatting
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7 points
Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. References are cited in current APA format.
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6 points
Spelling and grammar have some errors. Sentences are presented as well. Paragraphs contain some varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited with some APA formatting.
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1 to 5 points
Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current APA format.
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0 points
Not present
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