Microbiology Discussions
Each discussion should be a minimum of half-length page and must explain in detail.
Discussion 1
Explain how each of the following could lead to the reemergence of malaria in the United States: (a) global warming, (b) increased travel of individuals from endemic regions to the United States, (c) increased immigration of individuals from endemic regions to the United States, and (d) laws protecting wetlands.
Discussion 2
Fifteen-year-old Dolores was embarrassed to talk with her mother about the pain she felt in her “private parts,” but she was worried she might have gotten a disease, despite Nick’s assurance that she was his “first.” Her mother insisted that Dolores see a doctor, who discovered cervical lesions caused by a virus associated with cancer.
What sexually transmitted virus is involved?
How should the physician treat the lesions?
How could Dolores have protected herself?
Discussion Board Rubric
Discussion Board Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Initial Responses
6.75 to >5.94 pts
The initial post applies course content sufficiently by expanding on the main points of the prompt; responses exhibit critical thinking and analysis.
5.94 to >5.06 pts
Content knowledge is exhibited by identification of the main topics; there is some evidence of critical thinking and analysis, but responses may be insufficient or lacking in detail.
5.06 to >3.98 pts
Understanding of content knowledge is poorly exhibited and insufficient in critical thinking, analysis, and detail. Some main discussion topics are not covered or significantly digress from the topic at hand.
3.98 to >0 pts
Initial response is missing or provides no indication of understanding. Main topics are not covered.
6.75 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Reponses to Peers
6 to >5.28 pts
Replies to peers are well developed and insightful and provide an opportunity for response. Responses promote a discussion either by sharing prior knowledge and experiences, making meaningful connections with course content, asking meaningful questions, or challenging viewpoints.
5.28 to >4.5 pts
Replies to peers are mostly developed and provide an opportunity for response. Responses contribute to the discussion either by sharing prior knowledge and experiences, making connections with course content, or asking questions.
4.5 to >3.54 pts
Some replies to peers are missing or poorly developed and provide little or no opportunity for response. Responses do little to contribute to the discussion.
3.54 to >0 pts
No responses to peers are present AND/OR one word responses are provided.
6 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Mechanics
0.75 to >0.66 pts
Written in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner. Responses are mostly error free. Information from sources is paraphrased appropriately and accurately referenced and cited in current APA style when applicable.
0.66 to >0.56 pts
Writing is generally clear and organized but is not concise or formal in language. Multiple errors exist in spelling and grammar with minor interference with readability or comprehension. Most information from sources is paraphrased, referenced, and cited correctly in current APA style.
0.56 to >0.44 pts
Writing is generally unclear and unorganized. Several errors in spelling and grammar. Information from sources is missing or improperly cited.
0.44 to >0 pts
Errors in spelling and grammar detract from readability and comprehension, AND/OR writing includes slang or is inappropriate for academic discourse.
0.75 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParticipation
1.5 to >1.32 pts
Meets or exceeds the minimum number of initial postings and replies to peers and instructors.
1.32 to >1.13 pts
Provided slightly less than the minimum amount of initial posts and replies to peers and instructors.
1.13 to >0.89 pts
Provided significantly less than the minimum amount of initial posts and replies to peers and instructors.
0.89 to >0 pts
There was little to no evidence of active participation in the discussion board, initial postings and/or replies to peers and instructors.
1.5 pts
Total Points: 15
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