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Sample Rubric (12)
Criteria Ratings
Knowledge
Student completed the Knowledge Discussion Questions (DQs) and demonstrated an understanding of enzyme activity.
Also B3.4
L 4+
All DQs were answered correctly and with insightful detail, beyond what is commonly known. All of the answers included research, all of which were properly cited in APA format.
L 4
All DQs were answered correctly and with very good detail. All of the answers included research, all of which were properly cited in APA format.
L 4-
All DQs were answered correctly and with good detail. Most of the answers included research, all of which were properly cited in APA format.
L 3
All DQs were answered correctly and with sufficient detail. Some of the answers included research and were properly cited in APA format.
L 2
Four of the Knowledge DQs were answered correctly and in sufficient detail. Any research that was included was cited correctly in APA format.
L 1
Three of the Knowledge DQs were answered correctly, in sufficient detail. Any research that was included were not properly cited in APA format.
No Marks
None of the Knowledge DQs were answered.
Thinking/Inquiry
Student completed the Smarter Science worksheets and demonstrated a good grasp on the scientific method in their lab notebook writeup.
Also A1.8, A1.10
L 4+
Smarter Science worksheets were completed in insightful detail, and had many original ideas. Hypothesis was in correct format and was clearly explained with research. Results were complete and recorded with much detail. Conclusion includes a statement of whether the results were as expected and includes a brief discussion of why or why not. Discussion was written in insightful detail and included research.
L 4
Smarter Science worksheets were completed in good detail, and had original ideas. Hypothesis was in correct format and was clearly explained, with research. Results were complete and recorded clearly. Conclusion includes a statement of whether the results were as expected and includes a brief discussion of why or why not. Discussion was written in good detail and included research.
L 4-
Smarter Science worksheets were completed in good detail, and had original ideas. Hypothesis was in correct format and was clearly explained. Results were complete and recorded clearly. Conclusion includes a statement of whether the results were as expected and includes a brief discussion of why or why not. Discussion was written in good detail.
L 3
Smarter Science worksheets were completed in sufficient detail. Hypothesis was in correct format and was clearly written. Results were complete and recorded clearly. Conclusion includes a statement of whether the results were as expected (was the hypothesis proven or disproven?). Conclusion includes a brief discussion of why or why not.
L 2
Smarter Science worksheets were completed with minimal detail. Results were complete, but recorded unclearly. Conclusion includes a statement of whether the results were as expected (was the hypothesis proven or disproven?). Conclusion includes a brief discussion of why or why not.
L 1
Smarter Science worksheets were partially completed. Results were incomplete and recorded unclearly. Conclusion includes a statement of whether the results were as expected (was the hypothesis proven or disproven?), but lacked a discussion of why or why not.
No Marks
Smarter Science worksheets were not submitted. No results were included in lab notebook. Conclusions were not included in lab notebook.
Communication
Lab notebook included all sections required. All sections were organized and complete.
Also A1.11
L 4+
All sections in lab notebook were organized and completed in insightful detail. All materials were listed and quantities of reagents were included. Procedure was written in insightful detail, in point form, past tense, third person. Adjustments to the materials list and procedure were included as necessary. More diagrams and photos were included than as outlined, each with detailed captions.
L 4
All sections in lab notebook were organized and completed in very good detail. All materials were listed and quantities of reagents were included. Procedure was written in good detail, in point form, past tense, third person. Adjustments to the materials list and procedure were included as necessary. More diagrams and photos were included than as outlined, each with proper captions.
L 4-
All sections in lab notebook were organized and completed in good detail. All materials were listed and quantities of reagents were included. Procedure was written in good detail, in point form, past tense, third person. Adjustments to the procedure were included as necessary. Diagrams and photos were included as outlined, each with proper captions.
L 3
All sections in lab notebook were organized and complete. All materials were listed and quantities of reagents were included. Procedure was written in sufficient detail, in point form, past tense, third person. Diagrams and photos were included as outlined, each with proper captions.
L 2
Most sections in lab notebook were organized and complete. Most materials were listed and quantities of reagents were included. Procedure was written in sufficient detail, in point form, past tense, third person. Some diagrams and photos were included as outlined, each with proper captions.
L 1
Lab notebook included only some of the required sections, and was disorganized (lacked headings). Procedure was incomplete and written in an incorrect format. Diagrams and pictures were not included.
No Marks
Lab notebook was not submitted.
Application
Student completed the Application Discussion Questions (DQs) and demonstrated an understanding of enzyme activity.
Also B1.1, B2.5
L 4+
All DQs were answered correctly and with insightful detail, beyond what is commonly known. All of the answers included research, all of which were properly cited in APA format.
L 4
All DQs were answered correctly and with very good detail. All of the answers included research, all of which were properly cited in APA format.
L 4-
All DQs were answered correctly and with good detail. Most of the answers included research, all of which were properly cited in APA format.
L 3
All DQs were answered correctly and with sufficient detail. Some of the answers included research and were properly cited in APA format.
L 2
Six of the Application DQs were answered correctly and in sufficient detail. Any research that was included was cited correctly in APA format.
L 1
Five of the Application DQs were answered correctly, in sufficient detail. Any research that was included was properly cited in APA format.
No Marks
None of the Knowledge DQs were answered, or all of the questions were answered incorrectly. Any research that was included was not properly cited in APA format.
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome B1.1
analyse technological applications related to enzyme activity in the food and pharmaceutical industries (e.g., the production of dairy products; breadmaking; the use of enzymes to control reaction rates in pharmaceuticals)
Exceeds Expectations
Meets Expectations
Does Not Meet Expectations
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome B3.4
describe the chemical structures and mechanisms of various enzymes
Exceeds Expectations
Meets Expectations
Does Not Meet Expectations
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome A1.8
synthesize, analyse, interpret, and evaluate qualitative and/or quantitative data to determine whether the evidence supports or refutes the initial prediction or hypothesis and whether it is consistent with scientific theory; identify sources of bias and/or error; and suggest improvements to the inquiry to reduce the likelihood of error
Exceeds Expectations
Meets Expectations
Does Not Meet Expectations
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome A1.10
draw conclusions based on inquiry results and research findings, and justify their conclusions with reference to scientific knowledge
Exceeds Expectations
Meets Expectations
Does Not Meet Expectations
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome A1.11
communicate ideas, plans, procedures, results, and conclusions orally, in writing, and/or in electronic presentations, using appropriate language and a variety of formats (e.g., data tables, laboratory reports, presentations, debates, simulations, models)
Exceeds Expectations
Meets Expectations
Does Not Meet Expectations
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome B2.5
plan and conduct an investigation related to a cellular process (e.g., factors that affect enzyme activity; factors that affect transport of substances across cell membranes), using appropriate laboratory equipment and techniques, and report the results in an appropriate format
Exceeds Expectations
Meets Expectations
Does Not Meet Expectations