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pH Lab Objective: This lab is assessing the student's understanding of the scientific method. The focus on this lab is connecting the problem with the hypothesis through the background research. ________/ 41 points
Rubric Code: F2WXAB2
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Subject: Biology  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Zero

Student fails to have any significant material for this standard.

0 pts

Poor 1-1.75

Student does not meet the standard, but shows some effort.

1 pts

Needs work 2-2.75

Students show progress in their attempt to meet the standard.

2 pts

Meets the standard

Student meets the standard.

3 pts

Exceeds the standard

Students work exceeds the standard with EXCEPTIONAL work.

4 pts

Objective/Question/Problem

I can state the reasons for doing this lab are clearly and with appropriate detail.

Zero

I can not state an objective for this experiment.
Poor 1-1.75

I can state an objective that is not accurate
Needs work 2-2.75

I can state the reasons for doing this lab, but some points are not clear or accurate.
Meets the standard

I can state the reasons for doing this lab are clearly and with appropriate detail.
Exceeds the standard

I can make a clear argument for why this experiment is important and connect the objective to a "big picture" idea.
Background Information

I can identify background information that addresses my objective, clarifies my objective, finds an answer to my question or is already a solution to my problem.

Zero

I can identify SOME background research, but it does not help to develop my hypothesis or increase my understanding of the problem.
Poor 1-1.75

I can identify SOME background information that addresses my objective, clarifies my objective, finds an answer to my question or is already a solution to my problem. The background research is NOT reflected in my hypothesis.
Needs work 2-2.75

I can identify SOME background information that addresses my objective, clarifies my objective, finds an answer to my question or is already a solution to my problem. The background research is reflected in my hypothesis.
Meets the standard

I can identify background information that addresses my objective, clarifies my objective, finds an answer to my question or is already a solution to my problem. The background research is reflected in my hypothesis.
Exceeds the standard

I can DO the background research in a way that adds significant details and shows an advanced understanding of the research process. This extensive research will support the development of the hypothesis IN A SIGNIFICANT WAY.
Hypothesis

I can make a hypothesis that is:
- a statement
- a proposed solution to my
problem or an answer to my
question
- is developed based on my
background research
- is testable given my
experimental method

Zero

I can make a hypothesis that has zero to one of the following:
- a statement
- a proposed solution to my
problem or an answer to my
question
- is developed based on my
background research
- is testable given my
experimental method
Poor 1-1.75

I can make a hypothesis that has two of the following:
- a statement
- a proposed solution to my
problem or an answer to my
question
- is developed based on my
background research
- is testable given my
experimental method
Needs work 2-2.75

I can make a hypothesis that has three of the following:
- a statement
- a proposed solution to my
problem or an answer to my
question
- is developed based on my
background research
- is testable given my
experimental method
Meets the standard

I can make a hypothesis that is:
- a statement
- a proposed solution to my
problem or an answer to my
question
- is developed based on my
background research
- is testable given my
experimental method
Exceeds the standard

N/A
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Materials

I can list all of the materials used in this experiment in bulleted format.
Materials are described in detail.

Zero

I can not provide a list of material used in this experiment
Poor 1-1.75

I can provide an incomplete list of materials of material used in this experiment.
Needs work 2-2.75

I can provide the material for this experiment, but not in a bulleted list and/or not in detail.
Meets the standard

I can list all of the materials used in this experiment in bulleted format.
Materials are described in detail.
Exceeds the standard

I can list materials that are described with extraordinary detail and a person could easily follow your experiment.
Methods

I can outline the experiment with necessary, detailed steps in numbered format.
The methods are such that any person could easily follow them and obtain similar results.

Zero

I can not create a procedure that lists the steps necessary to do the experiment.
Poor 1-1.75

I can create a procedure that is too incomplete or inaccessible for most people to follow and get similar results.
Needs work 2-2.75

I can outline the experiment with basic steps that lack consistent detail.
Meets the standard

I can outline the experiment with necessary, detailed steps in numbered format.
The methods are such that any person could easily follow them and obtain similar results.
Exceeds the standard

I can, in addition to the meets, describe the three types of variables are explicitly stated in bulleted form. My lab procedure demonstrates exceptional understanding of the experiemnt .
Data

I can report my data is the correct format. I report all of my raw data without any manipulation of the data sets.

Zero

I can not report data.
Poor 1-1.75

I can report data that is either in the incorrect format or is not relevant to the experiment and hypothesis.
Needs work 2-2.75

I can report some of my data is the correct format.
Meets the standard

I can report my data is the correct format. I report all of my raw data without any manipulation of the data sets.
Exceeds the standard

N/A
Analysis

I can analyze my data to:
1. find and report on patterns in the data
2. summarize the data in a chart or graph that is appropriate for the type of data.

Zero

I can not create a data analysis.
Poor 1-1.75

I can create a data analysis that does not summarize my findings.
Needs work 2-2.75

I can analyze my data to find patterns OR create a chart that is appropriate for my type of data.
Meets the standard

I can analyze my data to:
1. find and report on patterns in the data
2. summarize the data in a chart or graph that is appropriate for the type of data.
Exceeds the standard

I can use appropriate and advanced statistical methods to analyze my data. I can state why the advanced techniques are useful and appropriate.
Conclusions

I can create a conclusion that:
1. summarizes what
happened in the
experiment.
2. makes a statement about
the relationship between
the data and the
hypothesis.
3. Addresses issue with my
data collection, analysis or
background research
4. Suggests possible future
pathways to further
investigate the problem

Zero

I can create a conclusion section that is missing three or more of the requirements
Poor 1-1.75

I can create a conclusion section that is missing only two of the requirements
Needs work 2-2.75

I can create a conclusion section that is missing only one of the requirements
Meets the standard

I can create a conclusion that:
1. summarizes what
happened in the
experiment.
2. makes a statement about
the relationship between
the data and the
hypothesis.
3. Addresses issue with my
data collection, analysis or
background research
4. Suggests possible future
pathways to further
investigate the problem
Exceeds the standard

N/A
Spelling and Grammar

There are no spelling or grammar mistakes. 1st person is not used.

Zero

There are more than 2
spelling or grammar mistakes or 1st person is used.
Poor 1-1.75

There are 2
spelling or grammar mistakes. 1st person is not used.
Needs work 2-2.75

There is 1
spelling or grammar mistake. 1st person is not used.
Meets the standard

There are no spelling or grammar mistakes. 1st person is not used.
Exceeds the standard

Student shows exceptional grammar and word usage.
1st person is not used.
WHS RPI#1

Students will generate a research question and develop and refine a plan to address this question (RPI-1)

Zero

N/A
Poor 1-1.75

N/A
Needs work 2-2.75

I can use a research question and form a research plan to address the question.
Meets the standard

I can construct a research question and develop and refine a plan to address the question.
Exceeds the standard

I can identify a topic, formulate a research question, and develop and refine a plan to address the question.
WHS RPI #5

Students will adhere to citation guidelines and respect intellectual property rights (RPI-5).

Zero

This assignment has been plagiarized by copying material directly from another source, which could include the internet, another student, a book or other resources. You will receive a zero for this assignment and will be referred to the administration for an academic integrity policy violation.
Poor 1-1.75

I did not cite the sources I used, but I did use my own words. I did not violate any copyright guidelines.
*If you are in this box you must fix your paper BEFORE moving on.
Needs work 2-2.75

I can cite sources according to required format with inconsistent results and/or include media that violates copyright guidelines.
Meets the standard

I can cite sources and use in-text citations according to required format (e.g. MLA, APA, Chicago) and follow all fair use and copyright guidelines
Exceeds the standard

I can cite sources according to the required format, vary style when using in-text citations (e.g. paraphrase, summary, direct quote) and follow all fair use and copyright guidelines.




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