Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive introduction addressing all four required components.

Proficient - Provides an introduction addressing all four required components.

Basic - Provides a brief introduction.

Below Expectations - Provides a minimal introduction.

Non-Performance - Does not provide an introductory post.

Distinguished - Thoughtfully replies to at least three classmates. The responses are thoughtful, relevant, and contribute meaningfully to the conversation. 

Proficient - Replies to three classmates. The responses are mostly thoughtful, relevant, and contribute to the conversation.

Basic - Provides a brief introduction addressing at least three required components.

Below Expectations - Provides a minimal introduction which addresses at least two required components.

Non-Performance - Does not provide an introductory post.