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Life Sciences Taxonomy Project

Life Sciences Visual Kingdom Project

Life Sciences 11 Taxonomy Project

Rubric Code: P24A9CB

By lyndseyhotell

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Subject: Biology

Type: Project

Grade Levels: 9-12

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	Not Yet Meeting Expectations 1 pts	Minimally Meeting Expectations 2 pts	Meeting Expectations 3 pts	Exceeding Expectations 4 pts
Content and clarity	Not Yet Meeting Expectations Project may seem incomplete. Little to no understanding of classification and/or taxonomy. Information provided may be incorrect or not detailed enough. Please re-do.	Minimally Meeting Expectations Basic information provided. Understanding of classification/taxonomy underdeveloped. Some errors/confusion seen in information provided. Some categorization errors may exist. Dichotomous key may have errors. Latin names may not fit.	Meeting Expectations Adequate understanding of classification and/or taxonomy. In-depth information that shows an adequate understanding of how the classification of species are based on similar characteristics, how they are similar and/or different. Categorization is correct within the groups classification scheme. All drawings are complete and parallel the groups classification choices. Latin names make sense as does dichotomous key. Dichotomous key works as expected.	Exceeding Expectations Extended understanding of classification & taxonomy. Group goes above and beyond to show how characteristics connect to one another. Classification works perfectly within organization structure. Very clear that the group has an informed & cohesive understanding of how classification and taxonomy rely heavily on one another. All drawings are complete & parallel the groups classification scheme. Latin names make sense as does dichotomous key. Dichotomous key works as expected. Exceeds expectations
Planning & Communicating/Conducting	Not Yet Meeting Expectations Little to no collaboration within group seen. Use of investigation/inquiry and collection of data not present. Project not completed. Does not demonstrate a sustained intellectual curiosity related to classification/taxonomy. Project not completed on time, shows poor planning and time management.	Minimally Meeting Expectations Collaborative aspects seen. Uneven mix of individual/group investigation present. Project shows some intellectual curiosity related to chosen project. Use of unreliable sources may be present. Project may be somewhat incomplete or lack cohesive quality. Project may start strong and finish weak (rushed to completion).	Meeting Expectations Collaboratively and individually plan, select and use appropriate investigation methods to complete project. Demonstrates a sustained intellectual curiosity related chosen project. Reliable use of sources apparent. Cohesive quality to overall project. Project maintains strong quality of effort throughout. Students take proper steps to work on project together cooperatively. Meets expectations.	Exceeding Expectations Excellent planning apparent. Students may have completed project early, without sacrificing quality. Quality over quantity is apparent throughout entire project. Use of knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with researched evidence. Collaboratively and individually plan, select and makes use of appropriate investigation methods to complete project. Students take proper steps to work seamlessly and cooperatively together on project. Exceeds Expectations.
Artistic/Creative Approach	Not Yet Meeting Expectations No creativity/artistic approach seen. Project may be incomplete.	Minimally Meeting Expectations Little to no creativity/artistic approach seen in final product. Messy/un-edited aspects to project. Seems more like a draft than a good-copy. Not put together properly for the group.	Meeting Expectations Shows some creativity in design. Use of methods/materials shows satisfactory planning and organization. Some metaphorical connections may be present, although may be inconsistent. Meets expectations.	Exceeding Expectations Innovative and creative approach taken that shows hard work and excellent planning. Very engaging and and shows original and unique ideas. Metaphorical representation apparent and present throughout project. Exceeds expectations.
Questioning & Predicting	Not Yet Meeting Expectations Underdeveloped curiosity about taxonomy/classification. Use of scientific concepts/language not apparent. Absence of connections between research and taxonomy/classification.	Minimally Meeting Expectations Minimal curiosity about taxonomy/classification. Knowledge of scientific concepts/language not fully seen. Some connection between research and taxonomy/classification seen. Expanding on understanding of concepts needs work.	Meeting Expectations Demonstrates a sustained intellectual curiosity about taxonomy/classification. Use knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with evidence. Meets expectations.	Exceeding Expectations Demonstrates an awareness of assumptions, question information given, and identify bias in secondary sources. Well developed demonstration of a sustained intellectual curiosity about taxonomy/classification. Use knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with evidence. Exceeds expectations.

Keywords:

Biology, Life Sciences, Kingdoms, Phylums

Subjects:

Biology

Types:

Project

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