Discussion Board Forums Modules
Discussion boards are collaborative learning experiences. Create a thread in response to the provided prompt for each forum. Each thread must be 2,100-2,200 words (due by Thursday of each week) and demonstrate course-related knowledge. Each initial thread must include a mínimum of 7 sources in addition to the Bible, and in current APA format, outlined in each respective Discussion Board rubric. Each thread must integrate at least 1 biblical principle.
Choose two ways that organizations have changed over the years and provide a past to current summary, integrating theory and personal perspectives. Your discussion should include any of the previous chapter concepts, including the readings from this week.
Review the Discussion Board Instructions and Rubric prior to completing this assignment.
Discussion Board Forum Grading Rubric
| Criteria | Levels of Achievement | |||
| Content 70% | Advanced | Proficient | Developing | Not present |
| Thread Content | 40 to 50 points
All key components of the Discussion Board Forum prompt are answered in the thread. Major points are supported by all of the following: *Reading & Study materials; *Pertinent, conceptual, or personal examples; *Thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, and comparing/contrasting concepts); and *Source citations in current APA format, include the required 7 or more from personal research, the course readings, and the integration of 1 biblical principle. |
30 to 39 points
Some key components of the Discussion Board Forum prompt are answered in the thread. Major points are supported by some of the following): *Reading & Study materials; *Pertinent, conceptual, or personal examples; *Thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, and comparing/contrasting concepts); and *Source citations in current APA format, include the required 7 or more from personal research, the course readings, and the integration of 1 biblical principle. |
1 to 29 points
Minimal key components of the Discussion Board Forum prompt are answered in the thread. Major points are supported by some or none of the following: *Reading & Study materials; *Pertinent, conceptual, or personal examples; *Thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, and comparing/contrasting concepts); and *Source citations in current APA format, include the required 7 or more from personal research, the course readings, and the integration of 1 biblical principle. |
0 points
Not present. |
| Structure 30% | Advanced | Proficient | Developing | Not present |
| Thread: Grammar and Spelling, APA formatting | 5 points
Proper spelling, grammar, and APA format are used. |
4 points
Marginal spelling, grammar, and APA format are used (1-3 errors are present). |
1 to 3 points
Minimal spelling, grammar, and APA format are used (4-5 errors are present). |
0 points
Not present. |
| Thread: Word Count | 5 points
Required word count (2,100-2,200 words) is met. |
4 points
Required word count (2,100-2,200 words) is not marginally met (1,000 words). |
1 to 3 points
Required word count (2,100-2,200 words) is not met (499 words or less).
|
0 points
Not present. |
