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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:

  1. Two scenarios where people did the right thing when the earthquake happened [20 points], and
  2. Two other scenarios where people did what they were NOT supposed to do during an active earthquake. [20 points]
  3. 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

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

Total Points: 50.