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Undergraduate Discussion Rubric
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Description
This rubric can be used for guiding undergraduate discussions for the course "Genomics, Ethics, and Society."
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| Levels of Achievement | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Unsatisfactory | Satisfactory | Excellent |
| Writing Quality |
0.3 Points
Utilizes poor spelling and grammar in most posts; posts appear "hasty" |
0.6 Points
Few grammatical or spelling errors are noted in posts |
1 Points
Consistently uses grammatically correct posts with rare misspellings |
| Relevance and Clarity of Post |
0.3 Points
Posts topics which do not relate to the discussion content; Does not express opinions or ideas clearly; Makes irrelevant remarks |
0.6 Points
Occasionally posts topics that are unrelated to discussion content or miss the main point; Opinions and ideas are somewhat unclear |
1 Points
Consistently posts topics related to discussion topic; Gets to the heart of the matter; Expresses opinions and ideas in a clear and concise manner |
| Contribution to the Learning Community |
0.3 Points
Posts an initial entry on the first day but does not respond to others’ ideas; Expresses ideas in a somewhat hostile manner |
0.6 Points
Posts an initial entry on the first day and responds to others’ ideas throughout the discussion; May occasionally lack collegiality |
1 Points
Posts an initial entry on the first day and responds to others’ ideas throughout the discussion; Expresses ideas collegially |
| Knowledge and Understanding of Course Content |
0.3 Points
Does not show understanding of course material and readings; Understanding lacks both breadth and depth |
0.6 Points
Understanding of course material and readings and lectures is imprecise or shallow; Understanding lacks either breadth or depth |
1 Points
Demonstrates accurate understanding of course material and readings; Understanding is both broad and deep |
| Critical Thinking |
0.3 Points
Arguments are poorly structured and incoherent; Does not attempt to substantiate claims with evidence; Does not engage critically with the issues |
0.6 Points
Arguments occasionally or partially lack structure or coherence; Some unsubstantiated claims; Critical engagement with the issues lacks depth |
1 Points
Develops systematic and logical arguments; Substantiates claims with evidence; Shows deeper critical engagement with the issues |
Citation
. . Undergraduate Discussion Rubric. Online Ethics Center. DOI:. https://onlineethics.org/cases/undergraduate-discussion-rubric.
