Rubrics Book pgs Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Why Use A Rubric ? To measure holistic performance To systematize grading when point counts are difficult to assign To provide structure and explicit expectations if handed out prior to the assessment Classroom Curriculum Assessment

General Rubric Principles A rubric consists of: Performance Criteria By what criteria should performance be judged? Levels of Performance What does a range of quality performance look like? Rubric criteria reflect the Unit Goal and are strongly weighted toward achievement, not effort Rubrics have a consistent progression across the different levels of performance Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Write Your Own Song - Rubric Criteria 4321 Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) x2 All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand. Song Choice x2 Writer uses vivid songs that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, and the choice and placement of the songs seems accurate, natural and not forced. Writer uses vivid songs and that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, but occasionally the words to the songs are used inaccurately or seem overdone Writer uses songs that communicate clearly, but the songs lack variety, punch or flair. Writer uses songs that do not communicate strongly or capture the reader\'s interest. The songs do not fit in as dialogue. Focus on Topic (Content) x2 There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. Cover Page x1 Cover is a creative and professional looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover is a creative looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover lacks some creativity and is missing advertisement components. Cover is basic and minimal. Creativity is not expressed.

Constructing Rubrics: Full Form 1. Define the Performance Criteria and Weighting Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Write Your Own Song - Rubric Criteria 4321 Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) x2 All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand. Song Choice x2 Writer uses vivid songs that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, and the choice and placement of the songs seems accurate, natural and not forced. Writer uses vivid songs and that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, but occasionally the words to the songs are used inaccurately or seem overdone Writer uses songs that communicate clearly, but the songs lack variety, punch or flair. Writer uses songs that do not communicate strongly or capture the reader\'s interest. The songs do not fit in as dialogue. Focus on Topic (Content) x2 There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. Cover Page x1 Cover is a creative and professional looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover is a creative looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover lacks some creativity and is missing advertisement components. Cover is basic and minimal. Creativity is not expressed.

Constructing Rubrics: Full Form 1. Define the Performance Criteria and Weighting 2. Define the Levels of Performance Achievement Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Write Your Own Song - Rubric Criteria 4 (Advanced) 3 (Proficient) 2 (Basic) 1 (Unsatisfactory) Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) x2 All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand. Song Choice x2 Writer uses vivid songs that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, and the choice and placement of the songs seems accurate, natural and not forced. Writer uses vivid songs and that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, but occasionally the words to the songs are used inaccurately or seem overdone Writer uses songs that communicate clearly, but the songs lack variety, punch or flair. Writer uses songs that do not communicate strongly or capture the reader\'s interest. The songs do not fit in as dialogue. Focus on Topic (Content) x2 There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. Cover Page x1 Cover is a creative and professional looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover is a creative looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover lacks some creativity and is missing advertisement components. Cover is basic and minimal. Creativity is not expressed.

Constructing Rubrics: Full Form 1. Define the Performance Criteria and Weighting 2. Define the Levels of Performance Achievement 3. Provide Full Descriptions for Each Cell Use descriptors that sufficiently discriminate between levels of performance Indicators of performance may be helpful in articulating each description Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Write Your Own Song - Rubric Criteria 4 (Advanced) 3 (Proficient) 2 (Basic) 1 (Unsatisfactory) Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) x2 All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand. Song Choice x2 Writer uses vivid songs that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, and the choice and placement of the songs seems accurate, natural and not forced. Writer uses vivid songs and that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, but occasionally the words to the songs are used inaccurately or seem overdone Writer uses songs that communicate clearly, but the songs lack variety, punch or flair. Writer uses songs that do not communicate strongly or capture the reader\'s interest. The songs do not fit in as dialogue. Focus on Topic (Content) x2 There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. Cover Page x1 Cover is a creative and professional looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover is a creative looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover lacks some creativity and is missing advertisement components. Cover is basic and minimal. Creativity is not expressed.

Write Your Own Song - Rubric Criteria 4 (Advanced) 3 (Proficient) 2 (Basic) 1 (Unsatisfactory) Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) x2 All sentences sound natural and are easy- on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand. The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand.

Constructing Rubrics: Full Form (See Workbook p. 8-9) Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Constructing Rubrics: Full Form 1. Define the Performance Criteria and Weighting 2. Define the Levels of Performance Achievement 3. Provide Full Descriptions for Each Cell Use descriptors that sufficiently discriminate between levels of performance Indicators of performance may be helpful in articulating each description 4. Space for grading may or may not be included. Classroom Curriculum Assessment

Write Your Own Song - Rubric Criteria 4 (Advanced) 3 (Proficient) 2 (Basic) 1 (Unsatisfactory) Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) X2 _____ / 8 All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on- the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand. Song Choice X2 _____ / 8 Writer uses vivid songs that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, and the choice and placement of the songs seems accurate, natural and not forced. Writer uses vivid songs and that linger or draw pictures in the reader\'s mind, but occasionally the words to the songs are used inaccurately or seem overdone Writer uses songs that communicate clearly, but the songs lack variety, punch or flair. Writer uses songs that do not communicate strongly or capture the reader\'s interest. The songs do not fit in as dialogue. Focus on Topic (Content) X2 _____ / 8 There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. Cover Page X1 _____ / 4 Cover is a creative and professional looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover is a creative looking advertisement promoting the musical. Cover lacks some creativity and is missing advertisement components. Cover is basic and minimal. Creativity is not expressed.

Take Home Points Rubrics measure holistic performance Rubrics Require: Criteria focused on the Unit Goal Levels of Performance Grading with rubrics requires professional judgments A simple percentage can not be calculated from a rubric and recorded in a grading program. A student scoring proficient would receive a grade of a C or lower. Classroom Curriculum Assessment

PA and Rubrics Activity Using one unit goal, design a SWBAT PA and create the prompt that will be given to students. Create the rubric criteria and levels of achievement for the performance assessment. When finished: Discuss with a partner your rubric, inviting suggestions for improvement based on the principles in the presentation and workbook. Classroom Curriculum Assessment