Educational Philosophy and Theories of Learning

Posted: May 7th, 2022

Educational Philosophy and Theories of Learning
Initial Question
Create a brief, fictional description of a student who is struggling in school. Include the student’s name, grade level, and area of struggle. You may include additional information to provide context for your fictional student if necessary.
• Explain how Piaget’s developmental theory could be used to support the student.
• Explain how Vygotsky’s developmental theory could be used to support the student.
• Which theory provides the most appropriate support for the student you described? Why?
Content 80%
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
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Thread Content
18 to 20 points
All key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread. The thread has a clear, logical flow. Major points are stated clearly. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.
17 points
Most of the components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread. The thread has a logical flow. Major points are stated reasonably well. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.
1 to 16 points
The Discussion prompt is addressed minimally. The thread lacks flow or content. Major points are unclear or confusing. Major points are not supported by examples or thoughtful analysis.
0 points
Not present.
Replies Content
18 to 20 points
Each reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another candidate’s thread. Each reply provides substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and an explanation of why the student agrees or disagrees with the idea presented in the thread. Each reply is clear and coherent.
17 points
Most replies focus on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread. Most replies provide substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and an explanation of why the student likes or dislikes the idea presented in the thread. Most replies are clear and coherent.
1 to 16 points
Some replies focus on a point made in another student’s thread. Replies could be more substantive regarding the thread. Replies lack clarity and coherence.
0 points
Not present.
Structure 20%
Advanced
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Grammar, Spelling, and Current APA Format
5points
Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited in current APA format.
4 points
Some spelling and grammar errors. Sentences are presented as well. Paragraphs contain some varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited with some current APA formatting.
1 to 3 points
Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current APA format.
0 points
Not present.
Word Count and Citation Requirements
5 points
The thread minimum word count of 300 words is met, but not exceeded by more than 100 words.
At least 2 replies are present, and a minimum word count of 100 words each is met but not exceeded by more than 100 words.
Thread and replies include the required number of citations.
4 points
The thread word count is 250-299 words.
At least 2 replies are present, or the word count is 90-99 words each.
Thread and replies do not include the required number of citations.
1 to 3 points
The thread word count is less than 250 words.
At least 1 reply is present, or a minimum word count of below 90 words is met.
Thread and replies do not include citations.
0 points
Not present.