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Discussion postings and responses are responsive to and exceed the requirements of the Discussion instructions.  They: Respond to the question being asked or the prompt provided;  – Go beyond what is required in some meaningful way (e.g., the post contributes a new dimension, unearths something unanticipated);  -Are substantive, reflective, with critical analysis and synthesis representative of knowledge gained from the course readings and current credible evidence. – Demonstrate significant ability to generalize and extend thinking and evaluate theories or concepts within the topic or context of the discussion.  -Demonstrate that the student has read, viewed, and considered the Learning -Resources as well as additional resources and has read, viewed, or considered a sampling of colleagues’ postings;  -Exceed the minimum requirements for discussion posts*

Discussion postings and responses are responsive to and meet the requirements of the Discussion instructions. They: -Respond to the question being asked or the prompt provided;  -Are substantive, reflective, with critical analysis and synthesis representative of knowledge gained from the course readings and current credible evidence.re -Demonstrate ability to generalize and extend thinking and evaluate theories or concepts within the topic or context of the discussion.  -Demonstrate that the student has read, viewed, and considered the Learning Resources and has read, viewed, or considered a sampling of colleagues’ postings  -Meet the minimum requirements for discussion posts*.

Discussion postings and responses are somewhat responsive to the requirements of the Discussion instructions.  They: – may not clearly address the objectives of the discussion or the question or prompt; and/or  -May lack in depth, reflection, analysis, or synthesis but rely more on anecdotal than scholarly evidence; and/or  -Do not adequately demonstrate that the student has read, viewed, and considered the Learning -Resources and/or a sampling of colleagues’ postings; and/or  has posted by the due date at least in part.  – Lack ability to generalize and extend thinking and evaluate theories or concepts within the topic or context of the discussion.  -Do not meet the minimum requirements for discussion posts*.

Discussion postings and responses are unresponsive to the requirements of the Discussion instructions.  They: – do not clearly address the objectives of the discussion or the question or prompt; and/or  – Lack in substance, reflection, analysis, or synthesis but rely more on anecdotal than scholarly evidence.  – Lack ability to generalize and extend thinking and evaluate theories or concepts within the topic or context of the discussion.  -Do not demonstrate that the student has read, viewed, and considered the Learning Resources and/or a sampling of colleagues’ postings; and/or  does not meet the minimum requirements for discussion posts*.

Discussion postings and responses:  -demonstrate in-depth understanding and application of concepts and issues presented in the course (e.g., insightful interpretations including analysis, synthesis and/or evaluation of topic;  – are well supported by pertinent research/evidence from a variety of and multiple peer- reviewed books and journals, where appropriate;  -Demonstrate significant mastery and thoughtful/accurate application of content, applicable skills or strategies presented in the course.

Discussion postings and responses:  -demonstrate understanding and application of the concepts and issues presented in the course, presented with some understanding and application of concepts and issues presented in the course (e.g., insightful interpretations including analysis, synthesis and/or evaluation of topic;  -are supported by research/evidence from peer-reviewed books and journals, where appropriate; and  · demonstrate some mastery and application of content, applicable skills, or strategies presented in the course.

Discussion postings and responses:  – demonstrate minimal understanding of concepts and issues presented in the course, and, although generally accurate, display some omissions and/or errors;  –lack support by research/evidence and/or the research/evidence is inappropriate or marginal in quality; and/or lack of analysis, synthesis or evaluation of topic  – demonstrate a minimal skills or content  -contain numerous errors when using the skills or strategies presented in the course.

Discussion postings and responses demonstrate:  -A lack of understanding of the concepts and issues presented in the course; and/or are inaccurate, contain many omissions and/or errors; and/or are not supported by research/evidence; and/or lack of analysis, synthesis or evaluation of topic  -Many critical errors when discussing content, applicable skills or strategies presented in the course.

Discussion postings and responses significantly contribute to the quality of the discussion/interaction and thinking and learning by:  -providing Rich and relevant examples; discerning and thought-provoking ideas; and stimulating thoughts and probes;  -demonstrating original thinking, new perspectives, and extensive synthesis of ideas supported by the literature.

Discussion postings and responses contribute to the quality of the discussion/interaction and thinking and learning by  -providing Relevant examples; thought-provoking ideas  – Demonstrating synthesis of ideas supported by the literature

Discussion postings and responses minimally contribute to the quality of discussion/interaction and thinking and learning by:  – providing few and/or irrelevant examples; and/or  – providing Few if any thought- provoking ideas; and/or  – information that is restated from the literature with no/little demonstration of critical thinking or synthesis of ideas.

Discussion postings and responses do not contribute to the quality of interaction/discussion and thinking and learning as they do not:  -Provide examples (or examples are irrelevant); and/or -Include interesting thoughts or ideas; and/or  – Demonstrate of critical thinking or synthesis of ideas

Discussion postings and responses exceed doctoral -level writing expectations. They:  · Use grammar and syntax that is clear, concise, and appropriate to doctoral level writing; · Make few if any errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax;  · Use original language and refrain from directly quoting original source materials;  -provide correct APA · Are positive, courteous, and respectful when offering suggestions, constructive feedback, or opposing viewpoints.

Discussion postings and responses meet doctoral -level writing expectations. They:  ·Use grammar and syntax that is clear and appropriate to doctoral level writing; ;  · Make a few errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax;  · paraphrase but refrain from directly quoting original source materials; Provide correct APA format  · Are courteous and respectful when offering suggestions, constructive feedback, or opposing viewpoints.

Responses are somewhat below doctoral-level writing expectations. They:  · Make more than occasional errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax;  · Directly quote from original source materials and/or paraphrase rather than use original language; lack correct APA format; and/or  · may be less than courteous and respectful when offering suggestions, feedback, or opposing viewpoints.

Discussion postings and responses are well below doctoral -level writing expectations. They:  · Use grammar and syntax that is that is unclear  · Make many errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax; and  · use incorrect APA format  · may be discourteous and disrespectful when offering suggestions, feedback, or opposing viewpoints.