Discussion item: Discussing the benefits of using moodle as a learning platform.. (COHVS)

Discussion on - Online Learning Platforms(Group-  20Marks)

Discussion Statement: “what are the advantages and disadvantages of using moodle as a learning platform.”

  1. Explain in depth why each response counts on an advantage or disadvantage
  2. For your response, provide at least  10justifications/views to support your reasoning.
  3. After stating the advantages and disadvantages of using an online platform to be taught and to teach, students will take a stance in regard to whether or not the positives out way the negatives. 

 

Discussion Rubric: 25 marks

Criteria Unsatisfactory = 0 Limited = 1 Proficient = 2 Exemplary = 3 Score
Development of ideas Does not enter the discussion Poorly developed ideas which do not add to the discussion. Discussed only one question Developing ideas; sometimes stimulates discussion. Partially discuss the requirements of both questions Well-developed ideas; introduces new ideas and stimulates discussion. Fully discussed the requirements of both questions
Critical Analysis Discussions postings show little or no evidence that suggested readings were utilized. Postings are largely based on personal opinion with no active show of employability skills appreciation. Discussion postings repeat and summarize basic, correct information, but doesn’t refer to added research. Not enough evidence of an appreciation of employability skills. Discussion postings display a understanding of the required readings and underlying concepts including an appreciation of key employability skills. Discussion postings display an excellent understanding of the required readings, as well as outside sources and underlying concepts including an appreciation of key employability skills.
Timeliness of Posts Member was late in majority if not all posts. This did not allow the discussion to flow as planned and delayed marking. Few posts were added to the discussion within the desired timeframe, this affected the member’s ability to reply on time Some posts were added to the discussion within the desired timeframe, so that members could reply on time.. All posts were on time, and members were able to reply on time.
Participation as a member of the Learning Community Discussion postings do not contribute to on-going conversations or respond to peers’ postings. Discussion postings sometimes contribute to on-going conversations Discussion postings contribute to the class’ on-going conversations as evidenced by affirming statements or references to relevant research. Posts are timely Discussion postings actively stimulate and sustain further discussion by building on peers’ responses with support by personal experience or related research.
Use of Language Written responses contain numerous grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing does not facilitate effective communication Written responses include some grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors that distract the reader. Written responses are largely free of grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing generally facilitates communication. Written responses are free of grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. The style of writing facilitates communication
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