Rubric

Science Rubric

Level 4

There is evidence in this response that the student has a full and complete understanding of the question or problem.

• Pertinent and complete supporting details demonstrate an integration of ideas.
• The use of accurate scientific terminology enhances the response.
• An effective application of the concept to a practical problem or real-world situation reveals an insight into scientific principles.*
• The response reflects a complete synthesis of information.

Level 3

There is evidence in this response that the student has a good understanding of the question or problem.

• The supporting details are generally complete.
• The use of accurate scientific terminology strengthens the response.
• The concept has been applied to a practical problem or real-world situation.*
• The response reflects some synthesis of information.

Level 2

There is evidence in this response that the student has a basic understanding of the question or problem.

• The supporting details are adequate.
• The use of accurate scientific terminology may be present in the response.
• The application of the concept to a practical problem or real-world situation is inadequate.*
• The response provides little or no synthesis of information.

Level 1

There is evidence in this response that the student has some understanding of the question or problem.

• The supporting details are only minimally effective.
• The use of accurate scientific terminology is not present in the response.
• The application, if attempted, is irrelevant.*
• The response addresses the question.

Level 0

There is evidence that the student has no understanding of the question or problem.

• The response is completely incorrect or irrelevant or there is no response.