| Criterion | Max | Look for |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution to the discussion | 5 | Relevant, elaborated contribution. |
| Elaboration & support | 5 | Reasons or examples support the position. |
| Language use | 5 | Clear sentences; few errors. |
Free public rubric for TOEFL iBT — Writing for an Academic Discussion — use in RubricMark Setup or copy the criteria table into your course.
Academic Discussion: Your professor has posted a question about whether universities should require all students to take a course in digital literacy. Two students have already responded. Write your own contribution to the discussion, expressing your view and supporting it with reasons or examples.
Short forum-style post; address the prompt and engage the discussion.
| Criterion | Max | Look for |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution to the discussion | 5 | Relevant, elaborated contribution. |
| Elaboration & support | 5 | Reasons or examples support the position. |
| Language use | 5 | Clear sentences; few errors. |