Governance in Public Administration: Case Studies
Criteria Ratings Points
Thread
Content
15 to >13.0 pts
Advanced
• Each question/prompt is
answered thoroughly and
logically. • Major points are
stated clearly and effectively.
• Clear, logical flow to post;
stayed on topic.
13 to >11.0 pts
Proficient
• Each question/prompt is
answered. • Major points are
stated clearly and effectively for
the most part. • Clear, logical
and focused for the most part.
11 to >0.0 pts
Developing
• Not all facets
of the
prompt/questions
are answered.
• Lack of clarity,
coherence, logic
and focus in key
areas.
0 pts
Not
Present
15 pts
Thread
Research
Engagement
13 to >10.0 pts
Advanced
• Ideas from all the required
reading and presentations
from the Module: Week and 2
scholarly sources are
integrated. • Relates topic to
Scripture/biblical principles
where appropriate.
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
• Ideas from most the required
reading and presentations from
the Module: Week and 2
scholarly sources are
integrated. • Scripture/biblical
principles are included but
unfocused at times.
8 to >0.0 pts
Developing
• Ideas from few
of the required
reading and
presentations
from the Module:
Week and 2
scholarly sources
are integrated.
• Missing Biblical
integration.
0 pts
Not
Present
13 pts
Reply
Content
15 to >13.0 pts
Advanced
• 2 unique interaction posts
with classmates • One reply
posted to each of 2
classmates’ threads. • Moves
the conversation forward with
new ideas, research, and
analysis. • Student’s response
delivered in a thorough,
thoughtful, and analytical
manner with the student’s
position clearly evident.
13 to >11.0 pts
Proficient
• At least 2 unique interaction
posts with classmates • One
reply posted to each of 2
classmates’ threads. • New
ideas, research, and analysis
are not always included.
• Some commentary is
repetitive from one reply to the
next. • At times, reply posts do
not seem to actually build upon
classmate’s post.
11 to >0.0 pts
Developing
• Missing one or
more reply posts.
• Reply posts
are redundant.
• Little in the
way of new
ideas, research,
and analysis are
not always
included.
0 pts
Not
Present
15 pts
Discussion Grading Rubric | PADM700_C01_202440
Criteria Ratings Points
Reply
Research
Engagement
10 to >8.0 pts
Advanced
• 2 unique interaction posts
with classmates • One reply
posted to each of 2
classmates’ threads.
• Relates topic to
Scripture/biblical principles
where appropriate.
• Contains abundant citations
from required reading,
presentations, and 2 scholarly
sources.
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
• 2 unique interaction posts
with classmates • One reply
posted to each of 2 classmates’
threads. • Scripture/biblical
principles are included but
unfocused at times. • Contains
some citations from reading,
presentations, and scholarly
sources.
6 to >0.0 pts
Developing
• Missing one or
more reply posts.
• Missing Biblical
integration.
• Limited
citations from the
required reading
and
presentations.
0 pts
Not
Present
10 pts
Grammar,
Spelling, &
APA
15 to >13.0 pts
Advanced
Minimal to no errors in
grammar, spelling, or APA.
13 to >11.0 pts
Proficient
Some errors in grammar,
spelling, or APA.
11 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Numerous errors
in grammar,
spelling, or APA.
0 pts
Not
Present
15 pts
Word Count 7 to >5.0 pts
Advanced
Appropriate word count:
450-500 words for thread;
200–250 words per reply.
5 to >3.0 pts
Proficient
100 words more or less than
the required length.
3 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Over 100 words
more or less than
the required
length.
0 pts
Not
Present
7 pts
Total Points: 75
Discussion Grading Rubric | PADM700_C01_202440
