Assignment Details
Unit 3 – Discussion Board (60 points)
Due: Tue, Oct 1 |
Description
In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 200 words), and respond to at least 2 peers’ postings (recommended minimum 75 words).
After you have reviewed the Assignment Details below, click the Launch Discussion Board link under the Assignments tab for this unit to open the Discussion Board and make your post.
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Assignment Details
The purpose of this Discussion Board is to learn more about the juvenile court in your jurisdiction and how cases move through the juvenile justice system. Within federal courts, juvenile cases are heard in the same court. However, during the proceedings, the courtroom is cleared and closed to the public.
Research the juvenile court system in your jurisdiction (state courts), and address the following questions:
Is your juvenile court in the same location as your state trial court? If not, why do you think that is?
Do you agree that juvenile courts should be closed to the public?
If you could change one thing about juvenile courts to improve the courts, what would it be, and why?
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.
Discussion Board Reminders:
Must have three posts: A Main Post and two replies to peers.
First post: Either your main post or a reply to others must be posted before midnight CT (Central time) on Friday of each week.
Second and third post: Must be posted on a different day from the first post.
Connect to Content: At least one post must refer to course learning materials. See the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards for help with connecting to the content.
Engaging in Class Discussions: For more information on making the most of your class dialog, review the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards.
Grading Rubric
Assignment Criteria Proficient Descriptor Points
Quality of Main Post
27 Points Total
Student’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements
Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question. (7 points)
Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (7 points)
Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (7 points)
Connects to key content concepts and personal experiences (if applicable) (6 points)
/27 pts.
Response to Peers
24 Points Total
• Responds to a minimum of 2 peers. (12 points per response)
Substantive response (6 points)
Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include: (6 points)
Provides additional resources
Connects accurately to key concepts
Shares personal or professional experiences
Contributes new information or perspective
Presents a competing viewpoint
/24 pts.
Support from Learning Resources
4 Points Total
At least one post mentions course resources or library resources. /4 pts.
Professional Writing
5 Points Total
Response is well-organized, clear and free of grammatical and mechanical errors.
Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others.
/5 pts.
Total /60 pts.
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