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Volcano Model & Presentation 
Volcano Model & Presentation
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 Powerpoint 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: XX8C2X8
By brendaet
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Volcano Presentation
  Does not meet expectations

0 pts

Approaching expectations

5 pts

Minimally meets expectations

10 pts

Meets expectations

15 pts

Exceeds expectations

20 pts

Function

Presentation has two parts: a written paper (see section 3: presentation) and a visual representation of the type of volcano you are researching.
Does not meet expectations

No power point or poster or model included.
Approaching expectations

Some instructions were followed, but is missing two or more of the following: type of volcano being described, type of eruption, image of at least one specific example of this type of volcano, volcano vocabulary, the structure of this type of volcano and the dangers of this type of volcano.
Minimally meets expectations

Some instructions were followed, but is missing one of the following: type of volcano being described, type of eruption, image of at least one specific example of this type of volcano, one example of a past eruption of this type of volcano, most volcano vocabulary included and used correctly, the structure of this type of volcano, and the dangers of this type of volcano.
Meets expectations

Instructions were followed: type of volcano being described thoroughly explained, eruption is described (description includes speed of magma movement.
Exceeds expectations

All instructions were followed thoroughly, with care and focus on detail: type of volcano being described throughly explained including explanation of how it formed; description of eruption of volcano includes speed of magma flow and type of eruption (explosive or not) and the dangers of the eruption; 3 or more specific examples and images of this type.
Appearance of Visual Representatio

Does not meet expectations

No power point of poster or model included
Approaching expectations

Visual representation present, but the quality is very poor. It looks like the student ran out of time.
Minimally meets expectations

The visual representation is present but the quality is not very good. It looks like the student rushed to finish.
Meets expectations

The visual representation is includes details which appear to have been carefully planned; t appears student worked hard on it.
Exceeds expectations

The visual representation is beautifully created. Background details and landscape are included to enhance realism. It appears student put forth a lot of effort getting things just right.
Presentation: 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, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.
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, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.
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 textbook.
Presentation: Illustrations

Does not meet expectations

No illustration included
Approaching expectations

Student provided one small report that did not demonstrate the volcano or plate activity.
Minimally meets expectations

Student provided one report, but the standard was poor and there was little understanding of volcanic processes evident. Illustration messily attached to poster.
Meets expectations

Student provided one or more reports, the standard was acceptable, and volcanic processes understanding was average. Illustrations neatly attached to poster.
Exceeds expectations

Student provided two or more reports to a high standard, demonstrating superior understanding of volcanic processes. Contains a color world map showing specific volcano locations. Illustrations neatly attached to poster.
Appearance and Conventions

Does not meet expectations

No poster included
Approaching expectations

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

Presentation is somewhat 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

Presentation is tidy and organised. Contains the following elements: title, name, division. Has one or two spelling/grammar errors. Appears student spent adequate time creating presentation
Exceeds expectations

Presentation is neat, creative, and well-organised. Contains the following elements in a creative manner: title, name, division. Has no spelling/grammar errors. Appears student spent a lot of time creating poster.
Use of class time

This score is based on how hard you work on this in class.
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



Keywords:
  • volcano model; volcano presentation; geo summative



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