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Biomes and Ecosystems 
A biome is a large group of ecosystems that have similar characteristics. Each student is responsible for developing their own course of study about their chosen biome. It is the responsibility of everyone to do research and present the project about their biome.
Rubric Code: E2XAC6C
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Subject: Science  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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100 %
  Poor/D 60-69

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Fair/C 70-79

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Good/B 80-89

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Excellent/A 90-100

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Content Descriptive Inforamtion
50 pts

Climate; plant and animal life; soil; and water; location on Earth, latitude degree, temperature, seasons, elevation; any special adaptations related to the animal or plant life, any dangers or possible threats, can humans live in your biome with explanation provided, three interesting facts provided

Poor/D 60-69

Limited of the required information is expressed in an accurate way. Limited answers provided. No additional information. No interesting facts
Fair/C 70-79

Some of the required information is expressed in an accurate way. Answers some but not all questions. Gives no additional information. One interesting fact provided
Good/B 80-89

Majority of required Information is expressed in an accurate way. Majority of details and connections given. Answers questions but does not provide any additional information. Two interesting facts provided
Excellent/A 90-100

All required Information is expressed in an accurate way. Details and connections are clearly expressed. Demonstrates an understanding of the topic. Provides additional information and or facts. Three interesting facts provided
Presentation
20 pts

Introduction slide and reference slide present. Actively engaged in presentation. Presentation is well prepared. Fluency, volume, and speed of delivery factor into your grade. Question/Answer portion should further demonstrate your understanding of content material.

Poor/D 60-69

make limited attempt in the video presentation. Does not appear to know content material. Seems disorganized in presenting information.
Fair/C 70-79

Presenters demonstrates some understanding of material. Presentation is somewhat organized. Does not provide additional information. Video presentation is prepared with full reliance on cue cards. Slide voice over is choppy, rushed, with many um, like, so delaying speech
Good/B 80-89

Presenters demonstrate understanding of material. Presentation is organized. Does provide some additional information beyond what is expected. Video presentation is prepare with limited aid of visual material to help with presentation. Slide voiceover presentation is not rushed, clear, very limited us of um, like, so that delay speech
Excellent/A 90-100

Presenter show enthusiasm and knowledge of biomes. Additional information is presented beyond what is expected. Video presentation is well prepared with proper eye contact and no use of cue cards. Slide voice presentation is fluent, volume is clear, not rushed, no stuttering, no use of um, like, so that delay speech
Grammar and Spelling
15 pts

Words are to be spelled correctly, captions are to be written in complete sentences.

Poor/D 60-69

Very frequent grammar and/or spelling errors. Errors distract from poster. Sentence structure often hinders understanding.
Fair/C 70-79

No more than four spelling errors. Grammar errors distract from understanding. Grammar errors distract from understanding. Some use of correct language/vocabulary.
Good/B 80-89

No more than two Spelling errors. Grammar errors do not distract from understanding. Majority use of correct language/vocabulary.
Excellent/A 90-100

All grammar and spelling is correct. Information presented is easy to read and understand. Appropriate language/vocabulary is used.
Attractiveness/Creativity
15 pts

Use of color, pictures, diagrams, organized, not rushed.

Poor/D 60-69

No use of color, very rushed, not interesting, one color used, one picture used through out the presentation
Fair/C 70-79

Little use of color or diagrams. Information does not catch your eye. Small print, too may words, two colors used, two pictures used through out the presentation
Good/B 80-89

Keeps crowd engaged. Use of color and diagrams. Three colors used, three pictures used through out the presentation
Excellent/A 90-100

Interesting, engaging, and visually stimulating presentation. Good use of color and diagrams. Four colors used, four or more pictures used through out the presentation



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  • Biome, adaptation, climate, ecosystem, population, nonliving factors, soil, water

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