Rubrics

Rubrics

Activity Goals. Recognize different types of rubrics and scoring tools Explain the features of an analytic rubric Design or modify an analytic rubric to evaluate a performance assessment that targets deep and enduring understanding

Measuring Performance Criterion Performance List List with traits identified and possible points listed

What is a Rubric? An evaluation tool for assessing a performance or product Two kinds: holistic vs. analytic Holistic rubric (single scale): – Levels of performance – Descriptive indicators Analytic rubric (multiple scales): – Levels and descriptive indicators plus – Specific attributes of the performance

Attributes listed in columns Levels of performance across rows Descriptive indicators in each box Analytic Rubric

Specific Attributes The criteria by which the performance will be evaluated – – – – – Earth science content Scientific inquiry skills Organization Thinking (originality, creativity) Communication

Levels of Performance Uses a rating scale – Numerical (1, 2, 3, 4) – Descriptive (novice to expert)

Descriptive Indicators What does the performance look like at each level?