Hybrid Discussion Rubric
12 Week Hybrid Discussion Rubric Criteria Excellent Satisfactory Needs Improvement Initial Post Content/Comprehension 5 points possible
Post demonstrates depth of understanding of course content; Addresses discussion prompt completely; offers clear point of view and detail.
4-5 points
Post demonstrates adequate depth of understanding, but does not address all of discussion prompt; point of view is somewhat unclear and detail is limited.
2-3 points
Post does not demonstrate depth of understanding of course content; Discussion prompt is minimally addressed; Point of view is unclear and detail is under-developed.
0-1 points
Initial Post Timeliness 2 points possible
Submits initial post by deadline.
2 points
Submits initial post one to three days late.
1 points
Submits initial post after three days.
0 points
Initial Post Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics 2 points possible
Post has 0-1 spelling or grammatical errors; Properly cites work in APA format where required.
2 point
Post has 2-3 spelling or grammatical errors; Cites work in APA format where required with few errors.
1 point
Posts have 4 or more spelling or grammatical errors; Does not cite work where required.
0 point
Peer Responses Engagement/Classroom Interaction 4.5 points possible (One to two response posts, please refer to the week’s discussion for specific requirements)
Submits required number of response posts; Responses extend the discussion by making connections, relating to others’ ideas and adding supporting detail.
4-4.5 points
Submits required number of response posts; Some connections are made with relevant explanation and detail.
2-3 points
Responses are not submitted; Responses are generic, limited, do not extend the discussion or add detail.
0-1 points
Peer Responses Timeliness 2 points possible
Submits peer response posts by deadline.
2 point
Submits peer response posts late.
0 points
Peer Responses Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics 2 points possible
Posts have 0-1 spelling or grammatical errors; Properly cites work in APA format where required.
2 point
Posts have 2-3 spelling or grammatical errors; Cites work in APA format where required with few errors.
1 point
Posts have 4 or more spelling or grammatical errors; Does not cite work where required.
0 point
