Module 1 Discussion
- Due Jan 20 by 11:59pm
- Points 20
- Submitting a discussion post
- Available Jan 13 at 12am - Jan 27 at 11:59pm
Module 1
Discussion
Instructions
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Find a major incident where you believe the incident command system worked well. Discuss why you think it went well. What areas do you think could have gone better? Why?
Guidelines and Grading
Discussions are like being in class; it should be a back-and-forth discussion.
- You lose 1 point per day for being late with the initial post and 1 point per day for not responding to other student posts.
- You need to respond to any post that is replied to on your post.
- Initial posts are due at 11:59 pm on Tuesdays.
- Responses to your peers are due at 11:59 pm on Sundays.
This discussion is worth 20 points and measures all module 1 objectives. Select the options icon in the upper right corner to see the rubric and review the full grading criteria.
Rubric
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Initial Response
The initial response to the discussion prompt was submitted per the syllabus timeline, meeting all due dates.
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Response to Peers
Responded with a meaningful reply to at least two other peers. A meaningful reply moves the discussion forward, e.g., replying to a post with a relative example, a question, a contrasting example, or a connection to course material, and does not simply agree or disagree with the original post.
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Citation Format
All citations use APA format.
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Initial Post Content
Content is appropriate. It addresses the discussion prompt with at least 100 words or more in the initial response.
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Spelling and Grammar
Spelling and Grammar are consistent with professional standards in the emergency services industry.
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Total Points:
20
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