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STUDENT RUBRIC

   

Researcher

4 points

Apprentice

3 points

Novice

2 points

MSTe

Logically organizes and presents scientific information      
  Uses Scientific vocabulary      
  Makes accurate calculations      
  Accurately identifies and controls variables in experiment      
  Demonstrates problem-solving skills      
  Able to accurately convert numerical data into spatial data      
  Supports ideas and conclusions with appropriate evidence      
  Can explain what factors effect plant growth      
  Uses technology effectively      

Geography

Can describe the important aspects of a community      
  Can express the similarities and differences between the communities they studied      

Research

Collects and organizes data      

Presentation

Explained the problem in detail      
  Effectively communicates ideas; knowledgeable of own material and clearly presented same using good language skills      
  Can explain results of research using written and graphical work      
  Demonstrates ability to compare and contrast by supporting arguments      

Design Portfolio

Creates problem supported with evidence      
  Creates a design experiment and modifies the design as needed to successfully test for one variable      
  Drew accurate sketches and labeled sketch      
  Developed conclusion based on data gathered, observations made;recognizes alternative explanations and can recognize patterns      

Group Skills

Developed cooperative working skills;interacted with others, acted as group member with support of group      
  Collaborates effectively; works as an active team member      
  What I liked best about this project      
  What I would do differently next time      
  One thing I learned from this project      
 

Total possible 100 points

     
Created for the NTEP II Fermilab LInC program sponsored by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory Education Office and Friends of Fermilab, and funded by United States Department of Energy, Illinois State Board of Education, North Central Regional Technology in Education Consortium which is operated by North Central Regional Educational Laboratory (NCREL), and the National Science Foundation.
Author(s): Pam Urso (Purso1@ix.netcom.com)
School: Ridge Elementary School, New York
Created: December 6th, 1998 - Updated: December 6, 1998
URL: /ntep/f98/projects/bnl/seed2/seed.htm