Discussion Board Rubric
3 pts 2 pts 1 pt 0 pt
Development Of Ideas Well-developed ideas; introduces new ideas; stimulates discussion Developing ideas; sometimes stimulates discussion Poorly developed ideas; does not add to the discussion Did not enter the discussion
Evidence of Critical Thinking Clear evidence of critical thinking (application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. Postings are clarity of argument, depth of insight into theoretical issues, originality of treatment, relevancy, and sometimes include unusual insights and flashes of brilliance. Arguments are well supported 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 fact rather than address issues Poorly developed critical thinking Did not enter the discussion
Response to instructor and other students Interacts at least twice with the instructor and/or other students Interacts at least once with either the instructor or other students Did not enter the discussion
Adherence to deadlines At least 2 messages were posted before the deadline At least 1 message was posted after the deadline Did not post any messages