iRubric: Literature Circles rubric

The talking points:
*display a perceptive analysis of the book, making in-depth connections within the text & outside of the text
*illustrate the speaker's ideas about the passage's meaning and significance in relationship to the rest of the book
*thoroughly support and expand upon the ideas presented in the discussion

The talking points:
*display a knowledgeable understanding of the bookand teh passage selected
*explain the speaker's ideas about the passage's meaning and significance in relationship to the rest of the book
*support the ideas presented in the discussion

The talking points:
*displays a limited vague understanding of the book
*display an underdeveloped understanding of teh passage
*do not clearly explain or support the ideas presented in the discussion of the book.

*The presentation reflects careful planning & elicits a mature conversation about the book.
*the members of the group work extremely well together by listening attentively & responding throughtfully to one another, allowing for an insightful conversation.
*Members of the group naturally share opportunities to talk, displays effective nonverbal cues, & manages barriers that may hinder listening.
*the group members use a concise intro, effective transitions & inspiring conclusion.

*The presentation reflects planning & knowlegde of the book.
*the members of the group work together by listening responding t to one another.
*Members of the group naturally share opportunities to talk, displays nonverbal cues, & manages barriers that may hinder listening.
*the group members present their talking points with a clear intro, smooth transitions & thoughtful conclusion.

*The members of the group do not work well together.
*They are not responsive or attentive to the conversation;they interrupt one another & allow members to dominate the conversation.
*The presentatino lacks a clear introductino smooth transition, &/or a thoughtful conclusion.