The following learner outcomes are in one-to-one correspondence with the items assess by the rubrics that assess research skills common to all NTEP projects.

• Conducting Research Study
  Students will:
  • Refine research question, determines what needs to be learned, questions to answer.
  • Create research plan addresses research question(s).
  • Gather background information from a variety of sources.
  • Separate facts from opinions.
  • Collect and record data.
  • Contribute data for a larger research study.
  • Analyze data; organize and explain information.
  • Develop conclusions, synthesize information and make decisions.
  • Take action.

• Working in a Group
  Students will:
  • Engage in group effort.
  • Assume/delegate responsibility.
  • Follow through on group tasks.
  • Follow through on individual tasks.
  • Help others with asssignments.
  • Participate in class discussions and activities.

• Keeping Records
  Student records are assessed on:
  • Frequency
  • Information
  • Completeness
  • Reflections
  • Organization

• Publishing Results
  • Electronic Publishing
    Student products have the following characteristics:
    • Colors and patterns support readibility.
    • Layout is balanced and uncluttered; adequate white space.
    • Pages have consistent look and feel.
    • Graphics/photos work and do not take too long to load.
    • Graphics/photos are related to and enhance and/or clarify text.
    • Any animated gifs stop after a few cycles.
    • Headings and subheadings are clear, enhance readability.
    • Text is clear and readable; changes in size and color enhance readability.
    • Text is well-written and organized, clear and easy to follow.
    • Information is accurate and complete.
    • Text has no grammar or spelling errors.
    • Correctly credits copyrights and references.
    • All links work.
    • Site has consistent navigation bars.
    • All links have appropriate names and/or annotation.

  • Presentation
    Student presentations are assessed on the following characteristics:
    • Appropriate and Accurate.
    • Content; Fluency/Amount.
    • Use of Technology.
    • Group Participation.
    • Delivery.

  • Research Paper
    Student research papers are assessed on the following characteristics:
    • Factual Information.
    • Argument.
    • Scientific Context.
    • Variety of Sources.
    • Discussion/Detail.
    • Depth of Insight/Analysis.
    • Form and Style.
    • Conclusion.
    • Organization.
    • Transitions.
    • Spelling and Grammar.
    • References in Footnotes and Bibliography.

  • Poster
    Student posters are assessed on the following characteristics:
    • Colors and Patterns.
    • Layout.
    • Graphics/Photos.
    • Titles and Subtitles.
    • Text Size and Color.
    • Writing.
    • Quality of Information.
    • Grammar and Spelling
    • References.