Unit 1 Discussion Board Rubric
Discussions are a significant part of online learning. Consider this your “in-class time” where you can interact
with your classmates and instructors to reflect on what you have learned from the course materials and how it
relates specifically to you.
For the Unit 1 Discussion forum, you will be graded on the following criteria:
• Initial Post Content: Initial response to the discussion prompt(s) should adequately address
the topic(s) and be relevant.
• Professional Communication: All discussion posts should be civil and professional as well as
including proper spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.
Total Points for Unit 1 Discussion: 10
Please note that the following criteria will not be required in Unit 1 but will be for the remaining units:
• Initial Post Timing: Initial post must be submitted by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. EST of each
Unit.
• Number of Replies: In addition to your initial post, post at least two (2) other replies to your
classmates and/or instructor by 11:59 p.m. EST Sunday of each Unit.
• Continuing the Discussion: This requirement can be demonstrated in your replies through
personal experiences or connections to the course materials. Bring your personal experiences
into the conversation, or introduce additional resources, or post thoughtful questions that
generate new ideas.
Discussions are a significant part of online learning. Consider this your “in-class time” where you can interact
with your classmates and instructors to reflect on what you have learned from the course materials and how it
relates specifically to you.
For the Unit 1 Discussion forum, you will be graded on the following criteria:
• Initial Post Content: Initial response to the discussion prompt(s) should adequately address
the topic(s) and be relevant.
• Professional Communication: All discussion posts should be civil and professional as well as
including proper spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.
Total Points for Unit 1 Discussion: 10
Please note that the following criteria will not be required in Unit 1 but will be for the remaining units:
• Initial Post Timing: Initial post must be submitted by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. EST of each
Unit.
• Number of Replies: In addition to your initial post, post at least two (2) other replies to your
classmates and/or instructor by 11:59 p.m. EST Sunday of each Unit.
• Continuing the Discussion: This requirement can be demonstrated in your replies through
personal experiences or connections to the course materials. Bring your personal experiences
into the conversation, or introduce additional resources, or post thoughtful questions that
generate new ideas.
