4 Points - The posting(s) integrates multiple viewpoints and weaves both class readings and other participants' postings into their discussion of the subject.
3 Points - The posting(s) builds upon the ideas of another participant or two, and digs deeper into the question(s) posed by the instructor.
2 Points - A single posting that does not interact with or incorporate the ideas of other participants' comments.
1 Point - A simple "me too" comment that neither expands the conversation nor demonstrates any degree of reflection by the student.
0 Points - No comment.
Patrick Higgins on 16 Oct 09We do need ways to quantify and evaluate discussions online. I think these are fair and accurate measures.
