Discussion Participation

(5 sessions @ 8 possible points=40 )

Instructions
Prepare for the class discussions and group tasks. These activities occur regularly
throughout the course; some are outlined in the course schedule and others may be
unannounced. Non-contribution to any particular session automatically attracts 0
points for that session.
Name: Last, First
Discussion Rubric

Criteria

Thoughts and
Connections to
Discussion
Topics

Missing

Unsatisfactory

Emerging

Proficient

Exemplary

No
participation
in class
discussion or
activity.

Evidences minimal
thought and effort
during in class
discussion or
activity.

Evidences minimal
thought and effort
while participating
in the class
discussion or
activity.

Consistently
evidences critical
thought and effort
while addressing all
components of the
class discussion or
activity. Reflection
of the discussion or
activity includes
connection to the
course content .

Consistently
evidences insightful,
critical thought and
effort while
interacting with
others during class
discussion and
activities. Reflection
connects to course
content and
addresses ideas
from text,
experience, and
contributions by
others.

IRA: 1.1
IPTS: 2A
CF
Scholarship
Lifelong Learning

8 pts
Total Score

Total Score
Score Penalties
Final Score

Score
WEIGHTED
BY 2
Please Circle
One 0 1 2 3
4
0=0
1=1-5
2=6
3=7
4=8

/8
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