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Scoring Rubric

Developing a Theme    
Develops a theme based on observations or evidence.   (4)  Develops a theme based on observations or evidence that have been carefully and thoroughly considered.
(3)  Develops a theme based on observations or evidence.
(2)  Develops a theme that is not well supported.
(1)  Develops a theme without any consideration of observations or evidence.
     
Provides information that elaborates on or explains a theme.   (4)  Provides clear, complete, relevant, and convincing information related to a theme. 
(3)  Provides clear, sufficient, and relevant information and examples for a theme.
(2)  Provides some relevant information and examples for a theme, but also some that are not relevant.
(1)  Provides information and examples for the theme that are not relevant to a theme.
     
Adapted fromDimensions of Learning, Robert Marzano and Debra Pickering, 2nd edition, ASCD, 1997, and “History Fair Rubric” developed  by Ogden Elementary School: http://intranet.cps.k12.il.us/Assessments/Ideas_and_Rubrics/Rubric_Bank/SocialStudiesRubrics.pdf
     
Grammar, Spelling, and Punctuation   Misused or misspelled words distract the reader and create a barrier to an otherwise engaging text. 
Demonstrates correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.   (4)  Grammar, spelling, and punctuation are correct.
(3)  Few errors, predominantly typographical.
(2)  More than a few errors, but they are consistent.
(1)  Numerous irregularities in grammar and/or spelling and punctuation.
     
Composition    
Organizes and conveys a sequence of events in a clear manner   (4)  Concise, in active voice, supports heading, logically ordered with distinct beginning and end.
(3)  Succinct, organized, comprehensible sequence, avoids passive voice in most cases.
(2)  Wordy, somewhat confusing, no clear start and finish, unnecessary use of passive voice.
(1)  Does not support heading, inconsistent, unfocused, passive voice predominates.
     

Student Assignment | Overview | Step 1 - Demonstration to Students | Step 2 - Analyzing and Comparing
Step 3 - Creating an Exhibit | Scoring Rubric | Social Studies Standards | Resources | Wichita Photo Archives Lesson Plans