Science Around Us Photo Essay Rubric
Please note: This rubric is set up mathematically so that if you hand in the complete assignment on time and get a 1 (Meets Standard) on all other items, you will end up with a 1.6 out of 2. This translates into a score of 160/200 or a low B. A low A or above is achieved with an average score on each item of 1.5 or above.
| 0 Does Not Meet Standard | 1 Meets Standard | 2 Exceeds Standard | Your Score | |
| A.
Timeliness and Completeness of Submission (60%) |
The instructor reserves
the right to remove points for late or incomplete work. Each .1 point deducted
in this criterion is the equivalent of a 3% reduction in grade. |
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Work is turned in
complete and on time. |
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| B. Number, Variety and Real World Relevance of Images (10%) | Fewer than 10 images are present. The range of images is very limited. Students would not be particularly engaged. | A minimum of 10 images are present. The photo essay contains a range of types of images. The content would help students see a variety of science content around them. | The photo essay contains a exceptional range of 15 or more images that would inspire students to see science everywhere. | |
| C. Quality and Number of Questions (10%) | Fewer than 20 questions are present. | At least 20 questions are present. Questions reflect the full range of questioning levels from Bloom's/ Marzano's Taxonomy. | A minimum of 30 questions are present. Extra effort has gone into having many questions that require higher order thinking. | |
| D. Variety of Questions, Link to Essential Standards, and Exploration Ideas (10%) | Question do not deal with the the range of science content areas (Life Science, Physical Science, Earth/Space Science). The Standard Course of Study Essential Standards for science are not referenced. in the notes area. | Questions deal with the full range of science content areas (Life Science, Physical Science, Earth/Space Science). The Standard Course of Study Essential Standards for science are referenced in the notes area for each slide. | Each of the science content areas is covered with a full complement of questions. The Standard Course of Study Essential Standards for science are referenced in the notes area. A number of questions clearly suggest possible explorations students could do. | |
| E. Technical Proficiency, Writing, and Creativity (10%) | The photo essay has major technical and/or grammar and mechanics problems; no creative effort is evident. | The photo essay is successful from a technical point of view. The writing contains few errors, and some creative effort is apparent. | The photo essay is flawless. Clear creative thought has gone into the design and execution of the project. |