iRubric: Classroom Performance rubric

1. I can do the procedure myself and may even think of better ways to do a procedure.

2. All data is measured precisely (estimated one digit beyond the smallest scaling) and is recorded in correct data tables.

3. My written observations or drawings are detailed and labeled.

4. I compare my ideas with others and am willing to confront my own wrong ideas.

1. I can do the procedure by myself.

2. I record data into correct data tables.

3. I write or draw observations.

4. I compare my ideas with others.

1. I can use materials but can’t collect my data.

2. I depend on the teacher for help with procedures.

3. I copy other students’ data instead of measuring for myself.

4. If I don’t solve the problem the 1st time, I give up.

5. My data tables lack correct titles, labels or units.

1. I choose not to participate.

2. I am unsafe and am not allowed to participate.

1. I connect what I just learned to my previous learning and can compare and contrast ideas.

2. I write clear and detailed answers to questions.

3. I use science words correctly and carefully.

4. I learn and reflect. I actively search out my own misunderstandings. I am excited to replace limited ideas with clearer understandings. I continually work to come up with a clearer understanding.

1. I can correctly use what I just learned on a new question or challenge.

2. My conclusions are sometimes based on observations or data.

3. I use scientific words correctly.

4. I learn. When needed, I can confront my own misunderstandings. I replace weaker ideas with stronger ideas based on evidence.

1. I can not yet use what I just learned on a new question.

2. My conclusions are not based on observations or data.

3. I do not use science words correctly.

1. I choose not to participate.