Overview
Discussion # 1 - Discussions based on video footages of Earthquakes
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Read important information about what to do (or not to do) BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER an earthquakes: Earthquake procedures (Links to an external site.)
Click play below to watch a raw footage of earthquakes (locations unknown) to answer the discussion question below.
Earthquake! RAW video footage!
Describe:
- Two scenarios where people did the right thing when the earthquake happened [20 points], and
- Two other scenarios where people did what they were NOT supposed to do during an active earthquake. [20 points]
- After you submit your answers, comment on two of your classmates' opinions. [5 points each, total 10 points].
I'll send the other students Discussion posts after the answer has been submitted, I don't get them til right after.
Grading Criteria:
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInitial Post | | 40.0 pts Exemplary Post includes valid statements for both questions. The arguments made are thorough, well thought out and are generally supported by course materials or outside resources. | 30.0 pts Accomplished Post includes valid statements for both questions. The arguments made are solid and are generally supported by course materials or outside resources. | 20.0 pts Developing The statements made for both or one of the prompts are somewhat clear; the arguments made are loosely related to the topic prompt and are not entirely supported by credible references. | 10.0 pts Needs to improve Statement is not clear and pertains to part of the questions. Indications of little or minimal effort. | 0.0 pts No Marks Post is not made or reflects very little effort. |
| 40.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReplies to Classmates | | 10.0 pts Exemplary Well-thought out replies to at least two classmates are made. The replies stimulate group discussion and present creative approaches to the topic. | 7.0 pts Accomplished One strong, thoughtful reply is made to a classmate that contributes a relevant viewpoint for consideration by the group OR Two relevant replies to classmates are made though somewhat lacking in substance. | 4.0 pts Developing One reply to a classmate is made that is generally accurate. | 0.0 pts No Marks No replies to classmates are made, or replies are excessively brief (e.g., “I agree.”). |
| 10.0 pts
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Total Points: 50. |