Facebook Group Discussion Board

I’ve created a Facebook group for the course that will host online discussions regarding course  material and current___________ events. If you haven’t done so already, please sign up for  a Facebook account and look for an invitation to join the ___________ group. 

Discussion questions based on outside readings/videos/podcasts/etc. will be posted throughout the semester. You are expected to reply to the postings according to the following protocols and grading rubric: 

(1) Protocol for posting threads and contributing to an online discussion are as follows: 

Postings should be evenly distributed during the discussion period (not  concentrated all on one day or at the beginning and/or end of the period). 

Postings should be a minimum of one short paragraph and a maximum of two  paragraphs. 

Avoid postings that are limited to 'I agree' or 'great idea', etc. If you agree (or  disagree) with a posting then say why you agree by supporting your statement with  concepts from the readings or by bringing in a related example or experience.   Address the questions as much as possible (don't let the discussion stray). 

Try to use quotes from the articles that support your postings. Include page  numbers when you do that. 

Build on others responses to create threads. 

Bring in related prior knowledge (work experience, prior coursework, readings, etc.) 

Use proper etiquette (proper language, typing, etc.). 

(Source: http://www.marietta.edu/~delemeeg/econ375/SyllabusFall2009.pdf )