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 * Guidelines:**

1. Be thoughtful in responses. 2. Be respectful to classmates. If you don't agree post your opinion and do not bash classmates. 3. In referring to other posts within the discussion refer to the name of the person. (ex: I agree with Sam in that I am very interested in learning about geology) 4. Use compete sentences and proper grammar. 5. Have fun with postings make comments relevant to class, but don't be afraid to post questions you may have.

=**Discussion Rubric**=
 * || **Courtesy** || **Communication** || **Focus** || **Scholarship** || **Thinking** ||
 * **10 points max** || Respectful in responses || Develops meaning || On topic || Textual support || depth ||
 * **2 points**
 * Excellent**


 * 1 point satisfactory**


 * 0 points**
 * unsatisfactory** || Comments are respectful to classmates and nothing is illegal, immoral or fattening. || Have given explanation and examples of ideas and idea’s are supported in the texts or other posts. || Have stayed on topic, answered the question clearly and to the desired audience. || Have used specific details and examples from text to support your claim. || Ideas are insightful and show that you truly understand the material. Use your experiences to make your claim stronger. ||