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KHS Chem Final Project 
I will use this rubric to grade my students' work on their final project in chemistry. Students will have chosen a topic and project style to be graded during finals week.
Rubric Code: Q78X7C
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Subject: Science  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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Each row will be divided by 5. That number will be multiplied by the factor in the column that your project falls under.

For example:
Content is 60/5 = 12.
An "above average" grade in content is x4.
So 4 x 12 = 48pts in Content.
  Outstanding (A)

Above & Beyond, Exceeds Expectations. Wow!!!

x5

(N/A)

Above Average (B)

Partially Exceeds Expectations. Great!

x4

(N/A)

Fair/Average (C)

Meets Expectations. You got it!


x3

(N/A)

Below Average (D)

Partially Meets Expectations. Almost there!

x2

(N/A)

Unacceptable (F)

Does Not Meet Expectations. Not there yet.

x1

(N/A)

Content
160 pts

Wikipedia is not all-knowing! In fact, if Wikipedia is your only source, then you're in trouble!

Outstanding (A)

- All information is correct. Most information is gathered from reputable sources outside of class.
- Student is able to relate all parts of research together.
- Student clearly searched for new information from excellent resources.
- Project is extremely well-researched; student has lots of information prepared so they can answer questions.
- They clearly have a deep understanding of all facets of their topic.
Above Average (B)

- All information is correct, including info not covered in class.
- Project contains some content from class, but most from other sources.
- Student clearly searched for new information from good resources.
- They can answer all questions well, including some that look for a deeper understanding of the material.
Fair/Average (C)

- All information is correct, some content comes from textbook, but is mostly from sources.
- Student went beyond the book/one source to search for new information.
- Student can answer some basic questions, but struggles with some that are more in-depth.
- Student has a basic understanding of their topic.
Below Average (D)

- Contains some correct information, content comes mostly from textbook.
- Student didn't branch out to search for new information.
- The student knows very little about their topic.
- They have a difficult time answering teacher questions.
Unacceptable (F)

- Contains mostly incorrect information.
- It is obvious that the student does not know very much about their topic, if anything.
- Student cannot answer questions from teacher.
Clarity
60 pts

Easy to understand... All of your information, presentation and speaking are clear.

Outstanding (A)

- Exceptional wording, great descriptions.
- Audience would understand with little to no previous knowledge.
- There is very little confusion about the topic.
- Very disorganized; most parts are difficult to follow logically.
Above Average (B)

- Exceptional wording, great descriptions.
- Audience would understand with little to no previous knowledge.
- If hand-written, it is very neat and legible.
- Somewhat disorganized; some parts are hard to follow.
Fair/Average (C)

- Clear wording, good descriptions.
- Audience would understand with in-class knowledge.
- If hand-written, it is readable and neat.
- Somewhat organized; most parts are easy to follow.
Below Average (D)

- Some parts are clear, others are not, same with descriptions.
- Audience would find it hard understanding concepts, even with in-class knowledge.
- If hand-written, it is hard to read.
- Sensibly organized; easy to follow.
Unacceptable (F)

- Information is not clearly worded, poor or missing descriptions.
- Audience would not understand subject, even with in-class knowledge.
- If hand-written, it is very messy and difficult to read.
- Very well organized; logical and easy to follow.
Time Management
30 pts

Use it wisely... I'm watching you!
You will have time to work during class, so don't blow it off.

Outstanding (A)

- Time was managed well and student was always on task.
- When distractions occurred, student refocused quickly.
- Student clearly worked very hard outside of class as well, and did not save all of the work for in class.
Above Average (B)

- Time was managed well and student was always on task.
- When distractions occurred, student refocused quickly.
Fair/Average (C)

- Most of the time was managed well, but distractions occurred now and then.
- Student was able to refocus well.
Below Average (D)

- Some of the time was managed well, but distractions occurred often.
- Student had a difficult time redirecting themselves & getting back on task.
Unacceptable (F)

- Time was not well-managed.
- Distractions were frequent and student was unable to redirect themselves.
Creativity
60 pts

Make the project your own! You don't have to be Van Gogh, but you do have to be original!
I don't want to see the "same-old" presentation of info.

Outstanding (A)

- Excellent incorporation of multiple ideas, all are well-related and tied together.
- Original and broad use of media that is eye-catching.
- Keeps audience fully engaged but NOT distracted.
- Student clearly knows what they are good at, and capitalizes on this talent.
Above Average (B)

- Excellent incorporation of multiple ideas.
- Original and broad use of media that is eye-catching.
- Student uses specific talents to come up with a clever way to present information.
Fair/Average (C)

- Unique idea that is eye-catching and utilizes specific talents.
- Student takes a basic idea and makes it their own.
Below Average (D)

- Some evidence of original thinking.
- Slightly modified a basic concept or idea.
Unacceptable (F)

- No evidence of original thinking.
- Very basic.
Use of Multimedia
60 pts

This is a video, website, movie, song, etc that YOU created.

Outstanding (A)

- Use of media is outstanding!
- The video is well-organized, sound and visuals are strong.
- They add to the quality of the video instead of detract.
- The video is easy to understand and promotes deeper understanding of the topic.
- Outstanding effort is made to produce a quality video/movie.
Above Average (B)

- Use of media is great.
- Video is well-organized, sound and visuals are strong.
- They add to the quality of the video instead of detract.
- Strong effort is made to produce a quality video/movie.
Fair/Average (C)

- Overall, use of media is good/acceptable.
- Video is well-organized, sound and visuals are adequate.
- Some effort is made to produce a quality video/movie.
Below Average (D)

- Attempted the use of media, but many parts are lacking in quality.
- Poor audio or video, or poorly formatted/organized.
- Weak effort is made.
Unacceptable (F)

- Audio is very difficult to hear, video is of very poor quality.
- Very little effort.
Citations Page
30 pts

Son of a Citation Machine, OWL@Perdue, Your English teacher, etc... figure out how to do them CORRECTLY.

Outstanding (A)

- Student includes citations beyond the required amount (11+).
- All are formatted correctly.
Above Average (B)

- Student has included the required number of citations (8-10).
- All are formatted correctly.
Fair/Average (C)

- Student does not have the required number of citations (between 4-7).
- Most are formatted correctly.
Below Average (D)

- Student has very few citations (between 2-4).
- Most are formatted incorrectly.
Unacceptable (F)

- Student has 1-2 citations that are not formatted correctly.



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