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Space Exploration 
Space Exploration Project
Groups of students will research and discover information about an aspect of space: space objects, gravity, planets, astronauts, space missions, etc. may be topics. Students will provide facts with detailed explanations about their chosen topic. At least one visual should be included in whatever format their final project takes. A class presentation will be made, and neatness and timeliness of work will be evaluated.
Rubric Code: XXBX654
By laceyruden
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Subject: Science  
Type: Reflection  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric The Solar System
  Exemplary

Exceeds the requirements for this subject and grade level's standards

4 pts

Proficient

Meets the requirements for the subject and grade level's standards

3 pts

Developing

Shows many characteristics aligned with this subject and grade level's standards but does not meet all expectations

2 pts

Beginning

Shows a minimum number of characteristics aligned with this subject and grade level's standards but is far from meeting the expectations

1 pts

Written Summary

Includes a written description of the topic of the solar system, including at least 10 facts discussed in class.
Exemplary

More than 10 NEW facts about the researched topic are presented. Historical information related to our knowledge of space is included.
Proficient

10 NEW facts about the researched topic are presented. Historical information related to our knowledge of space is included.
Developing

5-7 NEW facts about the researched topic are presented in the project. Historical information related to our knowledge of space is mentioned only in passing.
Beginning

Less than 5 NEW facts about the researched topic are presented in the project. Historical information related to our knowledge of space is barely mentioned or not mentioned at all.
VISUAL AIDS

Must include some form of visual aid. May use graphs, charts, and/or drawing.
Exemplary

Multiple visual aids have an element of creativity and style. Information is presented in a clear manner with full understanding of the subject.
Proficient

The visual aid is clear and logical and contains facts with very few mistakes. Information is clear with full understanding of the subject.
Developing

The visual aid shows some understanding of the subject matter, but contains errors. It lacks meaning to the intended presentation.
Beginning

The visual aid does not reveal a clear understanding of the subject matter or no visual aid is included (0).
Read and Learn

Articles read and comprehensive questions answered in complete sentences with accuracy.
Exemplary

Bibliography includes all sources consulted, is in correct format, and clearly shows student effort beyond the basic search for minimal resources.
Proficient

Bibliography includes all resources consulted, is in correct format, and shows student effort to find basic resources for the project (minimum 3 resources).
Developing

Bibliography does not include a variety of basic resources and may not be in the correct format overall.
Beginning

Bibliography is not in the correct format and includes only a few generic resources.
VISUAL APPEAL/NEATNESS

Completed project includes neat, legible, orderly information, demonstrating time and care by the student.
Exemplary

The work done exceeds all expectations. The effort put into this task is the best it can be by the learner and significant time in the project is evident.
Proficient

Work is done with good effort that shows the capability of the learner. It is evident that time was put into this project.
Developing

Work is done with fair effort, but the quality is not what the learner is capable of. It is evident that the work was rushed or not given appropriate time and attention.
Beginning

Work is done with little effort, shows lack of quality, and may be incomplete. It is evident little time was spent on the final product.



Keywords:
  • space, planets, project, stars, space technology, galaxies, solar system



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