How to Grade a Discussion Post

Step 1: Access the Discussion Evaluation Area

1. Log in to D2L: Start by logging into your D2L account using your username and password.
2. Navigate to Content: From the course home page, click on "Content" in the course navigation bar.
3. Locate the Discussion Topic: Find and open the discussion topic you want to evaluate.
4. Click Evaluate All: In the discussion topic area, click "Evaluate All" to open the discussion evaluation interface.

Step 2: Apply a Rubric (If Available)

1. Open the Rubric: If a rubric is associated with the discussion topic, click on it to open it.
2. Assess the Discussion Post: Review the learner's discussion post and use the rubric criteria to apply a score.
3. Confirm the Score: If a rubric is used, the total score will be automatically added to the Overall Grade field.

Step 3: Enter a Grade and Provide Feedback

1. Manually Enter a Grade (If Needed): If no rubric is used, manually enter a grade in the Overall Grade field.
2. Write Overall Feedback: In the Overall Feedback field, provide written comments on the learner's performance.
3. Attach Feedback Files (Optional):
   • Click the Attach File button to upload feedback from your personal device or cloud storage.
   • You can also record and attach audio or video feedback for the learner.

Step 4: Mark Achievement of Standards (If Applicable)

1. Go to the Standards Section: Scroll to the Standards section.
2. Indicate Achievement: Mark whether the learner has met the activity standards as per your course requirements.

Step 5: Publish or Save the Evaluation

1. Click Publish: If you are ready for the learner to see the evaluation, click "Publish."
2. Click Save Draft: If you need to make further edits before publishing, click "Save Draft." The evaluation will be saved but not visible to the learner.

Step 6: Navigate Between Learners

1. Use Navigation Arrows: To evaluate another student, use the left and right arrows at the top of the evaluation screen.
2. Repeat the Process: Follow the same steps to assess and provide feedback for each learner.

Step 7: Verify Published Evaluations

1. Check Completion Summary: Once an evaluation is published, the learner\'s score will appear in the Completion Summary section of the discussion topic.
2. Review Evaluations: If needed, return to the discussion topic to review submitted evaluations and make any necessary edits.