Since the dates and times of the term are established in advance, it is assumed that when students register that they be able to complete the assigned work each week and satisfy the requirements of the course in the allotted time of the term. To ensure high quality graduate work, the following rubric for assigning grades indicates the minimum general requirements of the Graduate Teacher Education Program. Individual instructors may add requirements if desired. Knowledge of subject matter is clear, and all work is clearly focused on the assigned topics. Topics are fully developed.
Students show evidence of critical thinking.
If appropriate, students demonstrate originality and fresh perspectives. In students written work, paragraphing is appropriate with clear thesis statements and supporting details. Sentences are clear and concise. Students vary sentence structure making use of subordinate clauses. Transitional words and phrases are used effectively.