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Discussion Board Rubric 
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Rubric Code: K24B286
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Subject: Education  
Type: Reflection  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric ASL Literature Discussion Rubric
This forum will explore how ASL literature challenges hearing-centered narratives that have silenced Deaf voices. The readings highlight how ASL literature is a powerful tool for expressing Deaf culture and identity.

This rubric encourages critical engagement with ASL literature, promoting respectful discussion and helping students explore how ASL empowers Deaf communities by amplifying their stories and experiences.
  Exceeds

Effort at this level is greater than expected

3 pts

Meets Expectations

Effort at this level represents what is expected

2 pts

Poor

Effort at this level is less than expected

1 pts

Insufficient

No effort made at all in all components of the rubric.

0 pts

Comprehension and Engagement
3 pts

Active engagement means students contribute to discussions, ask questions, and offer relevant insights, showing they’ve carefully read and reflected on the content. Students can clearly explain key themes, ideas, and concepts from the text.

Exceeds

Demonstrates clear understanding of the reading. Provides thoughtful insights and references key moments or themes in the ASL literature.
Meets Expectations

Shows a good understanding of the reading. Identifies key themes but lacks depth or full explanation of ideas.
Poor

Lacks understanding of the reading. No clear reference to the ASL literature.
Insufficient

No effort to engage with the readings..
Analysis and Interpretation
3 pts

Students should analyze the deeper meanings and implications of the ASL literature, connecting it to broader cultural, historical, or social contexts.

Exceeds

Offers detailed analysis of how the ASL literature reflects cultural, historical, or social contexts. Provides original interpretations and connections.
Meets Expectations

Provides a solid analysis with some interpretation of cultural or social contexts, though could be more thorough.
Poor

Offers a surface-level analysis, with limited interpretation or connection to broader contexts. Connections are vague and do not address both course materials and personal experiences.
Insufficient

Lacks analysis or any meaningful interpretation of the reading.
Participation and Collaboration
3 pts

Contribute to the discussion regularly, respond to peers' comments, and ask questions to further the conversation. Show respect for differing viewpoints and build on others’ ideas. Must reply to 2 colleagues to receive any credit

Exceeds

Actively participates in discussions, listens to others, and contributes constructively. Engages with peers' ideas in a respectful and meaningful way. Personal opinion is appropriately expressed and clearly related to the original post. Thoughtful questions were posed to further discussion of the topic.
Meets Expectations

Participates in discussions, but may not engage deeply with others’ ideas. Contributions are mostly on-topic. Some material may be irrelevant, but personal opinion is appropriately expressed and posts as a whole show understanding. Questions were posed to further discussion of the topic.
Poor

Simple replies that lack insight, depth, or are superficial. Entries tend to be short and frequently irrelevant to the original post. Does not express opinion clearly. Shows little understanding. No questions were posed to further discussion of the topic.
Insufficient

No participation in discussions.
Timeliness of Posts
3 pts

Either 1 or 0 for completion of all posts on time.

Exceeds

Original post is provided in timely manner for others to read, analyze and post response.

All replies are made in a timely manner to promote deeper thinking and promote further dialogue.
Meets Expectations

Original post is provided in timely manner for others to read, analyze and post response.

All replies are made in a timely manner to promote deeper thinking and promote further dialogue.
Poor

Original and all replies are not posted 24 hours prior to class meeting.
Insufficient

No submission
Clarity and Organization
3 pts

Ideas should be clearly presented, well-organized, and easy to follow. Responses should be concise and directly address the topic.

Exceeds

Ideas are presented clearly and logically. Well-organized responses with clear connections between points.
Meets Expectations

Ideas are generally clear, though some points may be less organized or developed.
Poor

Ideas are not well-organized or clearly communicated. May be difficult to follow.
Insufficient

None



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