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Volcano Model & Poster 
Volcano Model & Poster
Choose a general volcano location (convergent plate boundary, divergent plate boundary, or hot spot). Build a three-dimensional, working model of this type of volcano. Write up a description of the volcano in terms of type of volcano, type of magma, type of eruptions, how it is formed, and labeled cross section of volcano.
Rubric Code: KXA57C2
By rnolberto
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Subject: Science  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Science Fair: Volcano Model/Poster
  Does not meet expectations

0 pts

Approaching expectations

5 pts

Minimally meets expectations

10 pts

Meets expectations

15 pts

Exceeds expectations

20 pts

Project supplies

Does not meet expectations

Student did NOT bring in required supplies by deadline. (-20 points)
Approaching expectations
Minimally meets expectations
Meets expectations
Exceeds expectations
Model Function

Does not meet expectations

No model included
Approaching expectations

Some instructions were followed, but is missing two or more of the following: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and labels on container.
Minimally meets expectations

Some instructions were followed, but is missing one of the following: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and labels on container.
Meets expectations

Instructions were followed: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and labels on container.
Exceeds expectations

All instructions were followed thoroughly, with care and focus on detail: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and labels on container, includes background "scene" details to make model more realistic.
Model Appearance

Does not meet expectations

No model included
Approaching expectations

The model is built on a container but the quality is very poor. It looks like the student ran out of time.
Minimally meets expectations

The model is built on a container but the quality is not very good. It looks like the student rushed to finish.
Meets expectations

The model is adequately built on container with edges. It appears student worked hard on it.
Exceeds expectations

The model is beautifully built on container with edges. Background details and landscape are included to enhance realism of model. It appears student put forth a lot of effort getting things just right.
Write-up: Written Information

Does not meet expectations

No written content included
Approaching expectations

Missing two or more of the following information: volcano type, magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.
Minimally meets expectations

Missing one of the following info on this volcano: volcano type, magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.
Meets expectations

Lists specific info on this volcano: volcano type, magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.
Exceeds expectations

Lists specific info on this volcano: volcano type, magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world. Information goes beyond what is included in the textbook.
Use of class time

Does not meet expectations

No class time used; had to be removed from classroom to prevent student from distracting others.
Approaching expectations

Wasted most of class time; consistently off-task; usually came to class without materials
Minimally meets expectations

Much of class time was wasted; usually off-task; frequently came to class unprepared to work
Meets expectations

Some class time wasted; usually on-task; occasionally forgot materials or needed to retrieve supplies from locker
Exceeds expectations

Little to no class time wasted; consistently on-task and prepared to work at beginning of class
BONUS: Creativity

Does not meet expectations

No evidence of creative additions.
Approaching expectations

Student provided some evidence of creativity but little effort.
Minimally meets expectations

Student provided an expected amount of creativity to the project.
Meets expectations

Student showed additional effort on project creativity.
Exceeds expectations

Student excelled above expectations on project creativity.



Keywords:
  • volcano model; volcano poster; partner project



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