Science Rubrics PDF
Science Rubrics PDF
Science Rubrics PDF
Category
Title Page
Thesis Statement
Introduction
Body
OrganizationStructural
Development of
the Idea
Conclusion
Mechanics
Usage
Citation
Bibliography
Exceeds Standard
Meets Standard
Title
Your Name, Teachers Name,
Course Period,
Date, Neatly finished-no
errors
Clearly and concisely states
the papers purpose in a single
sentence, which is engaging,
and thought provoking.
The introduction is engaging,
states the main topic and
previews the structure of the
paper.
Each paragraph has thoughtful
supporting detail sentences
that develop the main idea.
Writer demonstrates logical
and subtle sequencing of ideas
through well-developed
paragraphs; transitions are
used to enhance organization.
The conclusion is engaging
and restates the thesis.
No errors in punctuation,
capitalization and spelling.
Evidence of four
Evidence of 3
Evidence of 2 or less
Absent,
no
evidence
Absent,
no
evidence
Not
applicable
Logical organization;
organization of ideas not fully
developed.
No evidence of structure or
organization.
Not
applicable
Absent
Not
applicable
Absent or
the only
sites are
internet
sites.
No
Evidence
Absent
Not
applicable
Not
applicable
Score
Portfolio Rubric
Appearance
Contents
Exceeds Standard
Creative and attractive
cover with color and
graphics, clear organization,
readable and neat, title page,
table of contents, section
dividers, and three ring
binder.
All required information is
discerned with clarity and
precision and contains all
items listed in Meets
category
Reflective Essay
OrganizationStructural
Development of
the Idea
Conclusion
Mechanics
Usage
No Evidence
Absent structure
and organization.
Contains:
application, abstract,
research paper, lab report,
observation log, reflective
essay, guide and rubrics.
Absent contents,
structure and
organization.
Score
Reflect personal
learning stretch
in Science Project
Meets Standard
Contains title page, table of
contents, section dividers,
and three ring binder.
Meets Standard
No Evidence
Shows no evidence
of learning or
reflection.
Little or no explanation or
reflection on learning, no or
few details to support
reflection.
Paragraph development
present but not perfected.
Logical organization;
organization of ideas not
fully developed.
No evidence of structure or
organization.
Incomplete and/or
unfocused.
Numerous and distracting
errors in punctuation,
capitalization and spelling.
Not applicable
No errors in sentence
structure and word usage.
Almost no errors in
sentence structure and word
usage.
Not applicable
Almost no errors in
punctuation, capitalization
and spelling.
Score
Lab Report
Title Page
Question
Contains:
Title
Your Name, Teachers Name,
Course Period,
Date, Neatly finished-no errors
Clear and concise problem
stated that is testable.
Materials
Procedure
Results
Conclusion
Mechanics
Usage
Meets Standard
Missing 1 component
Missing 2 4 components
Almost no errors in
punctuation, capitalization and
spelling.
No
Evidence
Score
Oral Presentation:
Select the box which most describes student performance. Alternatively you can "split the indicators" by using the che ck boxes before each indicator
to evaluate each item individually.
Exceeds Standard
Language Use
and Delivery
The student
communicates
ideas effectively
Meets Standard
q Maintains eye contact.
q Speaks clearly and uses suitable
Content
The student
explains the
process and
findings of the
project and the
resulting
learning.
Questions and
Answers
maintained.
q Speaks clearly and unclearly in
q Dresses appropriately,
q Selects rich and varied words for
q Dresses appropriately.
q Selects words appropriate for
audience.
Organization
and
Preparation
The student
exhibits logical
organization.
different portions.
q Occasionally engages audience.
q Dresses inappropriately.
q Selects words inappropriate for
context; uses incorrect grammar.
topic.
the topic.
key points.
based on evidence.
q Clearly defines the topic or
thesis.
q Supports the thesis and key
findings with evidence.
evidence.
q Defines the topic or thesis.
or thesis.
evidence.
with sources.
evidence.
q Presents little or no evidence of
valid research.
new insights.
Demonstrates knowledge of the
topic by responding accurately and
appropriately to questions and
feedback.
Demonstrates incomplete
knowledge of the topic by
responding inaccurately and
inappropriately to questions and
feedback.
Score
Backboard
Clarity of Topic
Details of
Research
Effectiveness
Quality
Meets Standard
Includes a title which
gives information about
the main topic.
Includes most details from
research and has clear
labels or phrases.
No Evidence
Not present
Viewer has an
understanding of the topic
researched. Backboard
includes examples and /or
illustrations.
Score