iRubric: Analyzing A Social Issue Using Essential Questions - Video rubric

Word choices in the script are too casual, or not effective in communicating enough details relating to the topic.

Relationship of the video to the thesis is not clearly evident. Reasons for the argument are not supported adequately by material from the course and/or there are obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples from the course.

Perhaps the argument, at times, is an unsupported rant.

Word choices for the script are too casual, or not fully effective in communicating the most important details relating to the topic.

Relationship of the video to the thesis is somewhat evident. Reasons for the argument are stated, but there are few concrete and specific details or examples from the course material to support the argument adequately or logically.

Word choices for the script are effective in communicating precise details relating to the topic.

Mostly focused video relates to the thesis. Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples, based on course material- to support the argument adequately and logically.

Effective script, and evidence of the integration of coursework is present.

Word choices for the script are deliberate and appropriate. They contribute to the positive tone of the video.

Clearly focused video scenes that relates to the thesis. Clear evidence of careful application of course material.

Reasons in support of the thesis/theme are clearly stated, and there are enough details to support the argument effectively and thoroughly. Concrete examples from the course work are presented that effectively support and strengthen the argume

Opening does not include a thesis statement. Weak focus. May contain creative aspects but those aspects tend to distract the viewer from the stated purpose of the presentation.
Several awkward transitions disrupt the flow of the presentation. Information in the
assignment is disorganized, and not logically or effectively structured. Inadaquate story-board. Major points (theme/thesis, and metaphor) are not reviewed at conclusion

Opening states the question/topic and your position but not in a clear, effective manner. Focus may not keeps audience’s attention.

Video mostly flows from scene to scene; there may be a couple of awkward transitions. Perhaps unsure of purpose of a given clip. The story-board may not adequately reflect how the video turned out.

The end of the video summarizes the argument based on the thesis, but it offers little to no additional support. Metaphor tie-ins are tentativ

Opening states the question/topic, your position, and your plan for the video. Balanced, interesting, easy to follow, and keeps an audience's attention.
Video generally flows from scene to scene seamlessly. Narration and acting is good. The story-board represents the group's video.

The end of the video restates the thesis based on the metaphor. A solid, if not compelling ending.

Opening states the question/topic, and the metaphor is highly effective in anchoring the theme.

The final product is unique, powerful, effective, and compels the audience's attention.

Video flows from scene to scene seamlessly. The story-board meaningfully represents the group's decisions. The narration/acting compels the attention of the the audience.

The end of the video clearly and effectively revisits the theme/ thesis. The relevance of the theme/