Substantive Discussion Paper

One must understate what a substantive discussion post entails before I can write such an assignment. First our terms need to be defined and understood prior to setting criteria to fulfill such a discussion. The word substantive means “possessing substance; having practical, important, value or effect” while discussion is defined as “to take or have a part or share, as with other”. These word basically mean the discussion between students within the forum have solid substance. The components that make up a post should meet the following criteria: integrating course theory, demonstrate deep or broader thought, encourage further discussion, ask relevant questions, and all in a professional tone and manner (S. Berges, post). The minimal

After analyzing my own post I have come to the following conclusions. As for meeting the minimal requirements this has been meeting or exceeded. The content within the post in some discussion were not applicable to the answering of the question or do not have course objective in mind. Stopping and re-reading the posts are needed to prevent this, also asking pert anent questions to the professor before starting the assignment. In regard to spelling, grammar, and punctuation in the writing medium these are my weaknesses which needs to be scrutinized prior to assignment submission. Lastly, the possible plagiarism issue in my writing needs to be addressed. Not being familiar with the APA style of citation and the changes over the years on what is and is not considered citationable is daunting and the consequences overwhelming. I have tried to look up citations on the Purdue OWL Citation website and apply the accordingly. More research and instruction in the basic information arena is needed in this area. If there was a reliable printed book pertaining to APA formatting that I could purchase would assist me as I continue to wade through this