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Filmmaking project (MS) 
Rubric to assess the video production made by middle school students
Rubric Code: W2268BW
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Subject: Computers  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Distinguished

10 pts

Skilled

8 pts

Developing

6 pts

InAdequate

3 pts

Not yet

0 pts

Pre-production
StoryBoard, Planning checklist
Clarity & Neatness

Distinguished

Obvious effort is displayed in the Organization, Layout, & Clarity of the StoryBoard.There are No visible Smudges, or Smears, AND Paper has NOT been Folded, Creased or Wrinkled.
Skilled

Effort is displayed in the Organization, Layout, & Clarity of the StoryBoard. Text is sloppy but readable. There are No visible Smudges, or Smears, AND Paper has NOT been Folded, Creased or Wrinkled.
Developing

Storyboard is somewhat organized & fits on paper, but could me made larger or smaller for clarity. View representations are sloppy and difficult to understand. Paper has multiple erasures, and has been folded in half.
InAdequate

StoryBoard is unorganized, too small to see or too large to fit. Text is sloppy and often un-readable. View representations are sloppy and difficult to understand. Paper is dirty, has multiple smudges, smears, and/or wrinkles/folds.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
StoryLine

Distinguished

There is a very discernible Plot which is Original, Creative, and Communicates a Clear Message that adheres to the Goal Statement. There is a clearly Identifiable Beginning, Middle & End to the story. ALL material is Appropriate for the targeted Audience.
Skilled

There is a discernible Plot which Communicates a Clear Message that generally adheres to the Goal Statement, but lacks Originality or Creativity. There is a clearly Identifiable Beginning, Middle & End to the story. ALL material is Appropriate for the targeted Audience.
Developing

There is some semblance of a Plot, but it Fails to Communicate a Clear Message. Story generally adheres to the Goal Statement, but lacks Originality or Creativity. Scenes seem to depict a Beginning, Middle and End but have glaring omissions creating distracting gaps which hinder the advancement of the story.
InAdequate

There seems to be NO discernible plot. Story appears to be unrelated scenes with no Beginning, Middle, End continuity. Ideas are not communicated and there appears to be NO clear message.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Planning checklist

Distinguished

The production is planed well with at least 7 action points in the checklist and individual members are in charge of different tasks. The tasks include but not limited to Storyboard drawing, screenplay writing, scriptwriting, finding actors, props list and preparing, video shotting, video editing, audio editing, adding subtitles.
The checklist is updated every time when one task is finished.
Skilled

The production is planed well with 5-6 action points in the checklist and individual members are in charge of different tasks. The tasks include but not limited to Storyboard drawing, Screenplay writting, Script writing, finding actors, Props list and preparing, video shotting, Video editing, Advanced editing, Audio editing, Adding subtitile.
The checklist is updated frequently.
Developing

The production is planed well with 3-4 action points in the checklist and individual members are in charge of different tasks. The tasks include but not limited to Storyboard drawing, Screenplay writting, Script writing, finding actors, Props list and preparing, video shotting, Video editing, Audio editing, Adding subtitile.
The checklist is sometimes updated.
InAdequate

The production is planed well with less than 3 action points in the checklist and doesn't set specific member to be in charge of different tasks. The tasks include but not limited to Storyboard drawing, Screenplay writting, Script writing, finding actors, Props list and preparing, video shotting, Video editing, Audio editing, Adding subtitile.
The checklist is not updated.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Video shooting & editing
Cinematography

Distinguished

Shot composition is carefully crafted to the mood and purpose of each scene. Clever and creative shots and angles are used throughout the film. Visually interesting and memorable.
Skilled

Shot composition is sometimes crafted to the mood and purpose of each scene. Clever and creative shots and angles are used for the majority of the film. Visually interesting and memorable for most of the film.
Developing

Some clever and creative shots and angles are used, but more attention was paid to WHAT was shot than HOW it was shot.
InAdequate

Little, if any, attention paid to shot composition. Shots and angles are boring. Viewers don't want to continue watching this film.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Characters

Distinguished

ALL characters are clearly Identified and their Dialog, Actions, and Emotions are
consistently developed throughout the story, so that Viewers can determine specific character traits. All Characters fill specific roles within the story.
Skilled

ALL characters are Identified and their Dialog, Actions, and Emotions are somewhat developed throughout the story. Viewers can determine some specific character traits. All Characters fill specific roles within the story.
Developing

Most of the characters are Identified and their Dialog, Actions, and Emotions are somewhat developed throughout the story. Viewers have difficulty determining some specific character traits. Some Characters have No specific roles within the story.
InAdequate

Characters are not identified and their Dialog, Actions, and Emotions have NO Clear relationship to the story. Viewers can not determine any specific traits associated with the Characters.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Audio & Subtitle

Distinguished

Dialogue sounds clear and crisp. Music and sound effects suit the cinematography, character, and mood. The film is made with full subtitle in a legible format.
Skilled

The majority of dialogue sounds clear and crisp, with few audio problems. Music and sound effects suit the cinematography, character, and mood for the majority of the film. Most part of the film is made with subtitle in a legible format.
Developing

Dialogue is overpowered by background noise or audio buzz. Music and sound effects are in the film because the team liked them, as opposed to helping tell the story. Part of the film is made with subtitle in a illegible format.
InAdequate

Dialogue is difficult to understand for the majority of the film. Little to no use of music or sound effects. Audio was not a priority in this film. No subtitle.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Technical Quality

Distinguished

Use iMovie to edit the fim. Displays knowledge of the video editing program and uses at a high level. Shows a clear and unique film tone.
Skilled

Use iMovie or similar software to edit the fim. Displays some knowledge of Illustrator program at an average level. Shows a somehow clear film tone.
Developing

Use imovie or similar software to edit the fim. Displays some knowledge of Illustrator program at an average level. The film tone is not well illustrated.
InAdequate

Displays a little knowledge of any editing software at a poor level. Didn't work on the lightning, exposures and the art directions to set a film tone.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Tech Specs

Duration
Citation

Distinguished

Completed film is 3-5 minutes long. Saved with the proper title. Has citation at the end of the work.
Skilled

Completed film is 2-3 minutes long. Saved with the proper title. Has part of the citation at the end of the work.
Developing

Completed film is 1-2 minutes long. Saved with the proper title. Has little citation at the end of the work.
InAdequate

Completed film is less than 1 minutes. Not saved with the proper title. No citation.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Expression
Final statement

Title of Movie
Created by...
Goal Statement
Identified Media used
Identified filmmaking techniques used
Describe the Process and ways to overcome challenges

Distinguished

ALL required elements are included, in clear organized text. Choice of Media is indicated. Explained at least 5 filmmaking techniques well with both the techniques and the reason using it.
Goal statement includes Target Audience and is concise and clearly articulated
Skilled

ALL required elements are included, in clear organized text. Choice of Media is indicated. Explained the 3-4 filmmaking techniques with both the techniques and the reason using it.
Goal statement includes Target Audience but is NOT clearly articulated
Developing

MISSING some of the required elements, Text is present but not organized. Media Choice is NOT indicated. Explained the lease than 3 filmmaking techniques without the founction or reason of using it.
Goal statement is MISSING Target Audience and/or fails to clearly articulate message to be communicated through the video production.
InAdequate

NONE OR Only ONE of the Required elements is included in the final statement. Text, if present, is unorganized. Essential information is Missing.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.
Critique Participation

Distinguished

Contributed to in-class discussion frequently with constructive critiques and listened to others respectfully.
Turned in an objective self grading form before due date.
Skilled

Made a few critique comments and helpful suggestions. Listened respectfully to classmates.
Turned in an objective self grading form 1-2 days late.
Developing

Made one comment during class discussion. Sat quietly sometimes and listened to classmates respectfully.
Turned in an self grading form in time, but the score is not given thoughtfully.
InAdequate

Was disruptive during critique. No helpful comments made.
Turned in an self grading form late, but the score is not given thoughtfully.
Not yet

Didn't turn in.



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