Discussion Question Rubric Examples


Introduction Class

Evaluation Criteria

Advanced

Proficient

Not Yet There

Not There At All

Development of Ideas

Well-developed ideas; introduces new ideas; stimulates discussion
(5-6 pts)

Developing ideas; sometimes stimulates discussion
(3-4 pts)

Poorly developed ideas which do not add to discussion
(1 pt)

Does not enter the discussion
(0 pts)

Evidence of Critical Thinking

Clear evidence of critical thinking--application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

Postings are characterized by clarity of argument, depth of insight into theoretical issues, originality of treatment, and relevance.

Sometimes include unusual insights. Arguments are well supported.
(5-6 pts)

Beginnings of critical thinking; postings tend to address peripheral issues.


Generally accurate, but could be improved with more analysis and creative thought.



Tendency to recite facts rather than address issues.
(3-4 pts)

Poorly developed critical thinking
(1 pt)

Does not enter the discussion
(0 pts)

Response to Other Students and Instructor

Interacts at least twice with other students and/or instructor
(4 pts)

Interacts at least once with other students and/or instructor
(2 pts)

Does not enter discussion
(0 pts)

Timeliness and Mechanics

Individual message and at least two responses posted before deadline

Standard English mechanics and grammar were used in the initial post. (4 pts)

Noticeable problems with mechanics or late postings.
(2 pts)

No messages posted
(0 pts)



Advanced Seminar DQ Rubric

Category
 Description
Points
Please remember this is a graduate level course. While your initial response to the question should be brief (150-300 words), it should also be written with accepted conventions of standard American English. In other words, capitalize, punctuate and check spelling! Your follow-up discussions may take on a more relaxed and conversational tone, but the initial response should reflect appropriate graduate scholarship.

Development of Ideas

Well-developed ideas; introduces new ideas; stimulates discussion

3
Evidence of Critical Thinking

Clear evidence of critical thinking--application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation. Postings are characterized by clarity of argument, depth of insight into theoretical issues, originality of treatment, and relevance. Sometimes include unusual insights. Arguments are well supported.


3

Response to Other Students & Instructor

Interacts at least twice with other students and/or instructor.
2
Timeliness

Individual message and at least two responses posted before deadline.
2

Total
10