(REM: You only need to report on one country during the semester)
Your report can be very short (basically like a “news brief” like you might see or hear on TV or other legitimate news sources)
for e.g., a brief summary of the 3 or 4 main points of what you consider to be the most interesting news features of the week for the country that you choose
8to >6.0 pts
Initial post thoroughly addresses each prompt of the assignment, using examples from the readings and other course materials.blank
6to >4.0 pts
Initial post addresses each prompt of the assignment, and somewhat uses examples from the readings and other course materials.4319_8505
4to >2.0 pts
Initial post only somewhat addresses each prompt of the assignment. Minimal to no use of examples from the readings and other course materials.4319_5605
2to >0.0 pts
Minimal references to prompt of assignment. Does not use support from text or materials to support post.4319_6619
0to >0 pts
No references to prompt of assignment. Does not use support from text or materials to support post.blank_2
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8 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization, Style, Tone4319_3654
5to >4.0 pts
Structure of the postings are consistently clear and easy to follow. The postings are enhanced by the organization and structure. Academic tone used.4319_1513
4to >3.0 pts
The structure and organization of the discussion postings are good but could be strengthened to increase the impact of the posting. Somewhat of an academic tone used.4319_1391
3to >2.0 pts
The structure and organization of the discussion postings are OK but could be strengthened to increase the impact of the posting.5080_1789
2to >0.0 pts
Structure of the discussion postings is not easy to follow. Paragraph transitions need improvement. Informal tone used.4319_3627
0to >0 pts
Lack of organization and structure detracts from the message of the writer. Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts. Informal tone used.4319_6599
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5 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Punctuation & Spelling4319_5886
5to >4.0 pts
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.4319_2967
4to >3.0 pts
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are usually followed; spelling is correct.4319_6744
3to >2.0 pts
Basic/common rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are usually followed; spelling is, except for an occasional inexactitude, correct.5080_5868
2to >0.0 pts
Discussion postings contain several grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.4319_7690
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