Rubrics For "my Summer: In Numbers" And "i Wonder" Inquiries

Name(s) ____________________________________________ Inquiry Rubric Criteria “Bad” “Almost There”

Inquiry Concept s

Degree of Difficult y (DD)

Quality of Product (Essay, Podcast, Movie, Powerpo int, etc)

- Answered inquiry with limited ability - Unsatisfactory and/or confusing answer provided - No mention or inappropriate references to relevant scientific concepts, principles, or theories (big ideas). (2 points) DD is basic and topic is simplistic. It lacks depth that is expected and is characteristic of the agelevel (1 point)

- Content lacks logical sequence of information. - It does not enhance the viewing, reading, or listening experience. - Poor choice in format and/or quality of product detracts from the answer that is presented. (1 points)

Additional comments: /16

Question/Topic: _______________________________________ “Decent”

“Awesome”

- Vague or superficial answer to inquiry; lacks depth. - Minimal reference to relevant scientific concepts, principles, or theories (big ideas) in answering inquiry. (4 points)

- Answers inquiry appropriately. - Provided evidence of understanding of relevant scientific concepts, principles or theories (big ideas) (6 points)

- DD is ageappropriate but may lack complexity to challenge inquiry skills; or too complicated and student ineffectively answers question. (2 points) - Content does not create a strong sense of purpose. - It is interesting in some parts. - Chosen format is not very convincing and is only somewhat effective in answering inquiry (2 points)

- DD is age-appropriate; or DD is too advanced for full comprehension of the concepts involved but students managedto do a satisfactory job of explaining it. (3 points)

- Answers inquiry effectively and convincingly. - Provided evidence of indepth, sophisticated understanding of relevant scientific concepts, principles or theories (big ideas) (8 points) - DD of inquiry and work is age-appropriate and allows students to explore levels of complexity and challenge; allows them to “flex” their “inquiry muscles” (4 points)

- Content is written/shownwith a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. - It sustains the audience’s attention for the most part. - Chosen format is appropriate in answering the question. (3 points)

- The content is presented clearly and concisely with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. - Chosen format is very effective in answering the question. - The viewing/listening/reading experiences are enhanced due to visual, audio, and other elements included in the final product. (4 points) Total

Score

/8

/4

/4

My Summer: In Numbers

Content x2

Aesthetics x2

Media X1

Not Even Close 1

Getting There 2

Math conversions incomplete or inaccurate. Very minimal numbers used or no conversions. Words used are boring or generic.

Some content is interesting. Some conversions contain errors in calculations and/or conversions are predictable. Use of descriptive words is limited. Use of colour and pictures are somewhat effective. Colours and pictures a bit distracting in some parts. Lay-out a bit distracting

Content is interesting. All or most conversions are accurate Appropriate use of words in explanations Use of colour and pictures Interesting to look at but does not stimulate Lay-out Is organized and has clear flow

WOW factor! Engaging and visually stimulating Aesthetically pleasing use of colours, pictures, and texts. Organization is easy-tofollow and flows nicely. Creative lay-out

2 links are present which may be relevant

3 Links are attached and are relevant

4 or more links present. Links are useful and relevant

Boring to look at. It does not captivate, lacks variety. Minimal use of colour and pictures are irrelevant. Too cluttered. No variety. Distracting and not “nice” to look at. Less than 2 links to websites present.

Additional comments /20

You Are There 3

________________________ Name You’re Definitely Score There 4 Math details are unique, memorable and interesting. All conversions are creative and accurate. /8 Descriptive use of words that complement the numbers

/8

/4 Total