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The Chemist-Tree 
The Chemist-Tree
Research paper and presentation on the life and work of a famous chemist. Design and build a holiday tree ornament based on the life and work of the chemist.
Rubric Code: RXW7C77
By elarabee
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Subject: Chemistry  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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5 Points
  Poor

0 points

(N/A)

Fair

1-2 points

(N/A)

Good

3 - 4 points

(N/A)

Excellent

5 points

(N/A)

Bibliography

5 Points
Poor

Bibliography missing
Fair

Less than 3 works cited. Multiple MLA formatting errors.
Good

At least 3 works cited. Minimal (1 - 3) MLA formatting errors.
Excellent

At least 3 works cited. All citations correctly follow MLA format.
Chemist Biography
20 Points
  Poor

0-10 points

(N/A)

Fair

10-15 points

(N/A)

Good

15-18 points

(N/A)

Excellent

18-20 points

(N/A)

Biography

10 Points<BR>
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Biographical informa-tion of chemist
Poor

Little or no biographical information presented. Unclear or missing text on work/discoveries.
Fair

Biography missing several pieces of required information (dates of birth and death, nationality, etc.) Text of work/discoveries is unclear or minimally presented.
Good

Biography includes most required information (dates of birth and death, nationality, etc.) Text includes statement of major work and/or discoveries of chemist.
Excellent

Biography includes all required information (dates of birth and death, nationality, etc.) Text includes clear statement of major work and/or discoveries of chemist.
Explanation

5 Points<BR>
<BR>
Explanation of chemistry behind discoveries and impact of chemist's work
Poor

Little or no explanation of chemist's work presented. Little or no details of the contribution/impact of chemist's work.
Fair

Explanation of the chemistry of chemist's work/discoveries is unclear and/or mostly incorrect. Text includes minimal details of the contribution/impact of chemist's work.
Good

Explanation of the chemistry of chemist's work/discoveries is clear and mostly correct. Text includes some details of the contribution/impact of chemist's work.
Excellent

Explanation of the chemistry of chemist's work/discoveries is clear and correct. Text includes details of the contribution/impact of chemist's work.
Grammar

5 Points<BR>
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Grammar, Spelling and Mechanics
Poor

Many errors in spelling, punctuation, or capitali-zation. Little or no effort to construct an organ-ized text.
Fair

Many errors in spelling, punctuation, or capitali-zation. Text is poorly organized or lacks logical transition of thoughts.
Good

Some errors (<5) in spelling, punctuation, or capitalization. Structure and organization of the text is mostly easy to follow/logical. Interesting to read.
Excellent

Minimal errors (<2) in spelling, punctuation, or capitalization. Structure of the text is easy to follow. Organization is logical. Interesting to read.
Holiday Ornament
20 Points
  Poor

0-10 points

(N/A)

Fair

10-15 points

(N/A)

Good

15-18 points

(N/A)

Excellent

18-20 points

(N/A)

Required information

5 Points<BR>
<BR>
Chemist name, nationality, dates, major discovery, student's name
Poor

Ornament missing more than 2 pieces of required information.
Fair

Ornament missing 2 pieces of required information.
Good

Ornament missing 1 piece of required information.
Excellent

Ornament includes all required information.
Creativity/Artistry

15 Points<BR>
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Creativity, artistry, neatness, effort
Poor

Little or no creative thought or student originated ideas. Little or no effort demonstrated.<BR>
Low quality or sloppy work.
Fair

Minimal originality. Exhibits minimal effort. Some carelessness in neatness/quality.
Good

Use of original idea(s) clearly evident. Demon-strates effort. Carefully and neatly executed design.
Excellent

Very original design; captures attention. Demonstrates great effort. Very carefully executed design with attention to detail, quality and neatness.
Presentation
5 Points
  Poor

0 points

(N/A)

Fair

1-2 points

(N/A)

Good

3-4 points

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Excellent

5 points

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Presentation

Poor

Missing more than 2 criteria from Good
Fair

Missing 1-2 criteria from Good
Good

Presentation note card prepared and submitted. Required information presented in a mostly logical sequence. Clear articulation, good eye contact, shows some enthusiasm.
Excellent

Presentation note card prepared and submitted. Required information is presented in a logical sequence. Clear articulation, good eye contact, shows enthusiasm.




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