0-3 -5

4-66-9

7-810-13

9-1014-15

Content and development

Does not respond to any of the questions; shows no participation

Very little framework to the response; support is lacking or is inaccurate. Unclear if writer understands their purpose or the assignment.

There is an appropriate framework to the paper that is consistently supported. Content is minimally inconsistent with regard to purpose.

Major points are clearly stated and supported by well-thought out arguments. Content and purpose are clear.

Grammar, punctuation, spelling

Utilizes poor spelling and grammar in most posts; posts appear "hasty"

Errors in spelling and grammar evidenced throughout the response making it difficult to follow train of thought.

Few grammatical or spelling errors are noted in response, but not enough to impede on understanding of responses.

Consistently uses grammatically correct responses with rare misspellings and confusion.

Structure of Response

There is very little to no structure to the response. Sentences are often unclear

Structure of the paper is not easy to follow. Paragraphs may be somewhat disjointed. Sentences are occasionally unclear.

Structure of the paper is generally easy to follow. Paragraph transitions may need some improvement. Sentences are generally clear.

Structure of paper is easy to follow; paragraphs are well-developed and transitions are clear. Sentences are clear and writing is at an advanced level.

Integration of Thought and reasoning

Paper presents little to no creativity, thought, or attention to detail.

Paper presents standard information with a minimal level of creativity, thought and attention to detail.

Paper shows a moderate level of creativity, thought and attention to detail.

Paper shows a high level of creativity, thought and attention to detail.

Requirements

Includes few of the required components, as specified in the assignment, and does not meet the length requirements.

Includes some of the required components, as specified in the assignment.

Includes most of the required components, as specified in the assignment. Some components may be slighted or done in haste.

Includes all of the required components, as specified in the assignment, and meets the length requirements.