iRubric: Ceramic Animal Portrait rubric

Class time was used wisely. Much time and effort went into the planning and design of the piece. It is clear the student worked in and out of class-developing design, then using class time to complete the animal bell and sketchbook work.

Acceptable use of time for the most part. Student was productive, but perhaps could have put in more time and effort in work. Student could have developed sketches/design more, student could have exerted more effort.

Class time was not always used wisely, but student did complete the animal bell, perhaps not on time. Some class time was wasted.

Class time was not used wisely and the student put in little effort. Student did not create piece to the best of his/her ability. Student did other classwork.

Student cleans up every lesson and returns all tools. Student helps others if needed. They are never reminded to return tools, or clean up after themselves. They respect this classroom everyday. They help others and clean other areas without being told or asked. Respect!

Student typically adequately cleans materials and work area at the end of the session. Student shows respect for materials and fellow students. Student doesn't go out of the way to help others or clean community items (tables, buckets, etc)

Student adequately cleans and takes care of materials if reminded. Occasionally, the work area is messy. Shows some respect for materials and fellow students. Sometimes tools or equipment is borrowed and not put away,tools are not cleaned or returned.
Teacher has reminded student to clean up.

Student deliberately misuses materials AND/OR does not adequately clean materials or area when reminded. Shows little respect for materials or fellow students. Tools and supplies are wasted or used improperly. Teacher has to remind student to clean up area more than once.

Paint/glaze is applied skillfully and in pre-determined areas. The student made notes in their sketchbook. The colours selected enhance and compliment the piece, adding to the aesthetic value.
The student experimented with surface decoration, and taken risks with the outcome of the glazing process.

The paint/glaze applied shows careful planning and control. All colour is applied in appropriate areas.
The glaze looks smooth and complete, some evidence of experimentation or growth.

The paint / glaze applied is somewhat organized and controlled. Some areas are uneven. No evidence of trying any new techniques.
Not normally open to experimentation.

Little, if any, paint / glaze has been applied and is sloppy and uncontrolled.
OR it is incomplete. Sloppy glazing is applied, no care or concern for even application. Not open to adding new techniques.