MSN5550 Health Promotion: Prevention of Disease Discussion Board Rubric Criteria Ideas, Arguments, & Analysis Connection to Course Materials Contribution to Learning Community Unsatisfactory-Beginning 0-30 points Ideas expressed lack an understanding of the discussion topic

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MSN5550 Health Promotion: Prevention of Disease Discussion Board Rubric Criteria Ideas, Arguments, & Analysis Connection to Course Materials Contribution to Learning Community Unsatisfactory-Beginning 0-30 points 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. 0-13 points No connections 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. 0-13 points Negligible contribution to the learning community. Rarely engages with students and generally ignores others’ posts and/or has a negative effect through misrepresenting content in other posts, inappropriate comments made, and/or attempts to dominate the discussion. Developing Accomplished Exemplary 35-39 points 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. 14-15 points Minimal direct connections are made to readings and/or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.). Connections are largely inferred and somewhat unclear at times. 14-15 points Somewhat contributes to the learning community but the focus is generally on own posts. Occasionally interacts with others’ postings but little attempt to involve other students in the discussion. Short statements such as “I agree with…”. 40-44 points Ideas expressed in discussion posts are mostly substantive 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. 45-50 points Ideas expressed in discussion posts include original thought, substantial depth, and are relevant to topic. Viewpoint shows strong logical thinking, reasoning, and analysis with evidence and examples. Construction of new meaning and insights are evident. 18-20 points Strong, direct connections are made to readings and/or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.) and are clearly stated. /50 18-20 points Effectively contributes to the learning community. Frequently initiates dialogue and motivates group discussion by providing feedback to students’ postings, asking follow-up questions, and through thoughtful, reflective comments. Respectfully encourages a variety of viewpoints and invites contributions from others. /20 16-17 points Some direct connections are made to readings and/or other course materials (lectures, media, resources, etc.) and are clearly stated for the most part. 16-17 points Contributes to the learning community. Often attempts to direct group discussion to present relevant viewpoints and meaningful reflection by others. Interacts respectfully with students. Total /20 1 Discussion Board Rubric (continued) Criteria Writing Quality Unsatisfactory-Beginning Developing Accomplished 0-6 points Posts show a below average/poor writing style that lacks standard English, and/or is difficult for readers to follow. Contains frequent errors in grammar, punctuation, usage, and spelling. 7 points Posts show an average and/or casual writing style using standard English that is generally clear but contains some errors in grammar, punctuation, usage, and spelling. 8 points Discussion posts show above average writing style that is clear using standard English with minor errors in grammar, punctuation, usage, and/or spelling. Exemplary 9-10 points Discussion posts are well written and clearly articulated using standard English, characterized by elements of a strong writing style with correct grammar, punctuation, usage, and spelling. TOTAL POINTS (sum of 5 Criteria) Total /10 /100 Source: Rubric by Denise Kreiger, Instructional Design/Technology Services, SC&I, Rutgers, 3/2014 2