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Volcano Model 
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. Create an accompanying paper describing the volcano in terms of specific locations, type of magma, type of eruptions, how it is formed, and the effects of that type of volcanic eruption.
Rubric Code: NX7BC5A
By EMCollins87
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Subject: Science  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: K-5

Powered by iRubric Volcano Model/Paper
  Does not meet expectations

0 pts

Approaching expectations

1 pts

Minimally meets expectations

2 pts

Meets expectations

3 pts

Exceeds expectations

4 pts

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 division is 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 division is on container.
Meets expectations

Instructions were followed: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and division is 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 division is 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.
Paper: Written Information

Does not meet expectations

No written content included
Approaching expectations

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

Missing one of the following info on this volcano: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano
Meets expectations

Lists specific info on this volcano: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano
Exceeds expectations

Lists specific info on this volcano: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world. Information goes beyond what is included in the Google Doc.
Paper: Appearance and Conventions

Does not meet expectations

No paper included
Approaching expectations

Paper lacks neatness and organization. Missing two or more of the following elements: title, name, division. Has several spelling/grammar errors. Poorly researched. Appears student ran out of time.
Minimally meets expectations

Paper is messy. Missing one of the following elements: title, name, division. Has three to five spelling/grammar errors. Appears as though student rushed to finish.
Meets expectations

Paper is well-researched and organized. Contains the following elements: title, name, division. Has one or two spelling/grammar errors. Appears student spent adequate time writing.
Exceeds expectations

Paper is neat and well-organized and well-researched. Contains the following elements: title, name, division. Has no spelling/grammar errors. Appears student spent a lot of time writing paper.



Keywords:
  • volcano model; volcano poster; science fair



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