Assessment 1: Discussion Participation Overview
Weightage: 20% Guidelines
- In this class, online discussion will count towards your overall grade for the course. The purpose of the discussion board is to frame and promote collaborative Active and regular participation is not only important from the lecturer’s point of view but is also important for you in learning the course content and in developing your thoughts and position on various topics.
- You are expected to participate in at least three (3) different forums. You should begin at least one thread and provide at least three posts in response to other participants’ threads. Posting should be a minimum of one short paragraph and a maximum of two paragraphs. Word totals for each post should be in the 100-200 words range.
- During the discussion, when you agree or disagree explain why with supporting evidence and concepts from the readings or a related experience. Include a reference, link, or citation when appropriate.
- During the discussion, be organized in your thoughts and ideas. Incorporate correlations with the assigned readings or topics. Stay on Provide evidence of critical thinking in your responses or interactions. Avoid summarizing.
- During the discussion: Contribute to the learning community by being creative in your approaches to topics, being relevant in the presented viewpoints, and attempting to motivate the discussion.
- During the discussion be aware of grammar and sentence Use proper etiquette.
- Remember that being respectful is critical at all times in the classroom, online and during forum chat
- In discussion: Be aware of grammar and sentence Use proper etiquette and be professional all time.
- Remember that being respectful is critical, all time in classroom, online and forum chat
The Assessor will assess you on the following Discussion and participation:
a. Is made in a timely fashion, giving others an opportunity to
b. Is thoughtful with appropriate analysis of the content or question
c. Poses new possibilities or opinions not previously voiced
d. Ideas are expressed clearly and concisely with appropriate use of vocabulary and attention to spelling and
e. Spends the time constructing creative, challenging and engaging discussion assignments, which promote.
