iRubric: Discussion Board - Scoring Guide (NMP) rubric

Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills as evidenced by analyzing and evaluating relevant theories, and research literature and data, and then applying these elements to a variety of contexts, problems, and issues.

Demonstrates good critical thinking skills through analysis of relevant theories and research.

The literature and data are used to create a coherent posting; however 1-2 minor gaps are present.

Makes reference to and demonstrates understanding of some key principles. Omits 1-2 of the relevant theories, research literature, and data. The literature and datat used create a coherent argument; however, there are some major gaps present.

Contains no reference to key principles; if key principles are present, there is no evidence that the learner understood principles, or key principles are not integrated in the response.

Language is clear, concise, and easy to understand. Uses terminology appropriately and is logically organized.

Language is comprehensible but there are a 1-2 passages that are difficult to understand. The organization is generally good.

Is adequately written, but may use 1-2 terms incorrectly; may need to be read two or more times to be understood.

Is poorly written; terms are used incorrectly; cannot comprehend learners' ideas after repeated readings.

Initial Discussion Board post completed 48 hours before due date and interaction with classmates completed before due date.

Initial Discussion Board post and interaction with classmates completed 24 hours before due date.

Discussion Board post and interaction with classmates completed by due date.

Initial Discussion Board post and interaction with classmates completed after due date.