iRubric: Short Film rubric

Film shows strong evidence of creative and original thinking regarding choices of images/footage used. As evidenced by asking new questions or taking different perspectives to elaborate on the theme, going outside conventional boundaries when shaping ideas, as well as, seeks out and uses feedback to meet the needs of the intended audience.

Film shows evidence of creative and original thinking regarding choices of images/footage used as evidenced by: in addition to typical sources, finds unusual ways or places to get info (adult expert, community member, business or organization, etc.), includes elements in presentation that are especially engaging or powerful to the audience, shows a personal touch.

Film shows some evidence of creative and original thinking regarding choices of images/footage used as evidenced by: showing some new ideas or improvements but some are predictable or conventional, is useful or valuable to some extent but not exactly meet the need identified, has some interesting touches but lacks a distinct style.

Film shows little or no evidence of creative and original thinking regarding choices of images/footage used. As evidenced by: relying on existing models, ideas or directions (is not new or unique), would not work in the real world, a mish-mash of ideas, does not consider or use feedback to revise.

Film shows strong evidence of time and effort spent by the student regarding editing, recording of sound, imagery and expanding on the idea/theme in a unique or distinct way. The narration is clear and easy to hear and understand. Is within the 1-5 minute requirements.

Film shows evidence of time and effort spent by the student regarding editing, recording of sound, and imagery. The narration is clear and easy to hear and understand. Is within the 1-5 minute requirements.

Film shows limited evidence of time and effort spent by the student regarding editing, recording of sound, and imagery. The narration is sometimes difficult to hear and understand. Is within the 1-5 minute requirements.

Film shows little or no evidence of time and effort spent by the student regarding editing, recording of sound, and imagery. The narration is often or always difficult to hear and understand or does not fit into the 1-5 minute requirements.