A Self-Evaluation Framework to Enrich Online Forum Work by Students in Graduate Contexts

Abstract

This paper presents a model for self-evaluation of online learning contributions used with graduate students. The model is outlined, followed by a detailed assignment copy that shows students how to use the model and attendant criteria for each component of the model to plan, write, and assess their own online contributions as the sub-topics within a graduate course evolve. Finally, an example of one student’s self-analysis, developed using this framework is provided to show the depth and breadth of posts that can be garnered by applying this framework. The example is provided in three parts that correspond to the three elements of the model, in abbreviated form (i.e., where the student provided several examples, one example was chosen as a sample).