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Analysis: Marine Biology DVD 
DVD covering all aspects of ocean life. Four DVDs give a glimpse of varied aspects of the world beneath. Students are to view the selected DVD then write a brief 1-2 paragraph essay about the presentation. Coverage of the location and industry reflected needs to be discussed. Additionally, at least two (2) species need to be described or mentioned. The completed essay needs to be uploaded to the website by the due date.
Rubric Code: D7AW29
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Subject: Biology  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Marine Biology Essays
  Poor

1 pts

Fair

3 pts

Good

4 pts

Excellent

5 pts

Expression (written/verbal)

Poor

Ideas are vague, not well supported.
Fair

Ideas expressed are concrete, partially supported by thoughts.
Good

Ideas expressed are concrete, supported by thoughts, opinions or facts.
Excellent

Ideas expressed are concrete, show depth of thought, well supported by information and reasoned thought.
Clarity

Poor

Essay question is not answered. Opinions, if stated, are meandering and unfocused.
Fair

Essay question is answered simply. Focus lacks depth.
Good

Essay question is answered clearly. Elaboration of stated points is missing.
Excellent

Essay question is answered clearly, with thought. Writer keeps focus and clearly defends positions taken.
Grammar

Poor

3 or more major grammatical errors.
Fair

2-4 minor grammatical errors and spelling errors.
Good

1-3 minor grammatical errors, few spelling errors.
Excellent

0-1 grammatical errors. Proper punctuation and spelling evident.
Presentation

Poor

Finished work appears sloppy.
Fair

Finished work appears neat. Few erasures or typographical errors noted.
Good

Finished work is neat, easy to follow. Paragraphs short with few typographical errors noted.
Excellent

Finished work neatly turned in. Legible product.
Class Participation

Poor

No interest or contributions offerred.
Fair

Thoughts/opinions offerred occasionally.
Good

Thoughts/opinions offerred only when prompted.
Excellent

Thoughts/opinions shared spontaneously or when prompted. Questions offerred.



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