Checklists

Graph Activity ChecklistX Axis Labeled (2 points)Y Axis Labeled (2 points)Graph Labeled (2 points)Legend (2 points)Accuracy (5 points)

Rubrics

Scoring tool used to assess complex products and performances

Contains: criteria scale

Allows us to define and describe the most important components of a product or performance – “what counts”

Types of Rubrics

Holistic Gives single rating for

entire product Overall rating

Analytical Rates traits/dimensions

separately Categorical ratings

Holistic Rubric Example for an Essay6 Point EssayExemplary Describes appropriate, substantive experiences.

Has central idea to unify description, analysis, and reflection.

Shows careful observation of details, insightful analysis of learning, and logical generalization from past to future events.

Shows maturity in paragraphing, transitions, and sentence structure. Uses Standard English proficiently.

5 Point EssayCompetent Describes experiences that are appropriate but with less substance than in a

six point essay.

Shows unity in description of experiences.

Includes description of details, analysis of learning, and generalization from past to future events.

Uses Standard English proficiently. Includes grammatical, mechanical, or usage errors that do not detract from content.

Analytical Rubric Example For a Birthday Party 

Component being scored

I need to go home

to do homework!

Can’t stay, I’ve

got chores to

do!

Can I spend

the night?

Will you adopt me?

Food Steamy broccoli & carrots

Mom’s tuna casserole

McDonald’s Happy Meals

Super deluxe pizzas with beverage of choice!

Gifts New underwear from K-Mart

School supplies

Trip to the beach

Red convertible of choice

Entertainment

My sister reading from T.S. Elliot

Lawrence Welk Polka contest

Ricky Martin & Brittany Spears videos

Robin Williams (LIVE!)

Games Go Fish & Slap Jack

Musical chairs to Broadway tunes

Virtual Reality video games

Full contact twister (no chaperone)

Courtesy of Rebecca Evers

Parts of an analytical rubric

Novice

Proficient Expert

Organization

Content

Design

Traits

Rating Scale

Can include additional space for comments

Descriptions of performance

levels

Where have you seen rubrics before?

Why use scoring rubrics?

Consistency in scoringImproved instructionImproved feedbackStudents know what is expectedEasier for student to perform a

self-assessment

Negotiable Contracting

Students help develop the scoring rubricBenefits:

Student empowerment Motivational Helps guide instruction

Did students leave out categories you think are important?

Example in Learn and Live video (bug project)

What types of assignments can you grade with a rubric?

Technology products

Writing Presentations Problem-solving Musical

Performance

Group interaction Group discussion Listening Math Concepts etc …

Final comments

No set # of levels in rating scale or of criteria

Can assign points or point ranges to each level in the scale

Categories change depending on what is being assessed

Rubrics can be used for assessment at any grade level

Rubric Development Website Rubistar

Use Rubistar to create a rubric for the activity described in your Activity Write-Up.

Getting started: Go to http://rubistar.4teachers.org/ Under Try It Out click on Create a New Rubric. Select your topic. When you are filling in your name, etc., select Yes, my rubric is a

temporary rubric. When you are finished, click Submit. Next, click Print or Download. Click on Print your rubric.