Universidad de Antioquia

Escuela de Idiomas

Sección Servicios

Taller de estrategias y herramientas en e-learning

Tomado y adaptado del curso e-champion

Rubric for assessing forum contributions

Use the following rubric to assess course participant contributions to discussion forums. If trainer notes are available see to what extent key points have been used in the contribution. If not, base the assessment on the other criteria.

Points / Interpretation / Grading Criteria
4 / Excellent / The posting is well written, relevant and introduces a clear perspective on the topic. It is original and stimulates further thought and is often supported by real-life examples. A significant number of the key points from the trainer notes (if available) are mentioned. Evidence of wider reading may be present. The posts will show evidence of engaging with the learning
materials and other forum postings and builds on what has already been said.
3 / Good / The posting lacks at least one of the above qualities but still stands as a useful contribution to the discussion. Some key points from the trainer notes (if available) are mentioned.
2 / Average / The posting adds something to the discussion but lacks cohesion and a logical order, therefore making it difficult to read. Few key points from the trainer notes (if available) are mentioned.
1 / Below average / The posting can tend to repeat what has been said by the tutor or peers and adds little or nothing to the existing body of knowledge. However, it shows a
commitment to engagement with coursemates and general participation
0 / Unacceptable / The comment adds nothing to the discussion e.g. Yes I agree or plagiarises from others.

Assignment

Think about one of the forums from your courses and design a new rubric after that use the rubric to assess at least 5 contributions