iRubric: Transferable Skills Rubric

I can
• use paragraph structure to
organize my thoughts;
• use basic sentence structure
to convey my ideas.

I can
• organize details, claims, examples,
or evidence, although in some
places the relationships among my
ideas may be unclear;
• use academic vocabulary, syntax,
grammar, and images to present
my subject and analysis in a
general fashion.

I can
• present my ideas coherently, with logical
sequence,
• use academic vocabulary, syntax,
grammar, images and/or phrases to
enhance my message and present my
subject and analysis in a precise and
focused fashion.

I can
• present my ideas coherently, with
clear or creative sequence;
• confidently and habitually use
sophisticated academic vocabulary,
vivid images and/or phrases, syntax,
and grammar to enhance my
message and perspective.

I can
• identify the features
of effective collaboration (as
expressed in an exit card or
reflection) without engaging in
it. I may distract the group.

I can
• contribute my own ideas to group
interaction but I may not yet fully
engage in active listening and
response.

I can
• listen respectfully and respond thoughtfully
to diverse perspectives to promote a civil
exchange of ideas that probes for
reasoning and evidence;
• balance sharing my own ideas and
listening to the ideas of others in a range
of collaborative discussions.

I can
• facilitate small and large group
interactions;
• build on others’ ideas and/or help
the group reach consensus while
expressing my own ideas clearly and
persuasively.