Category

5 (Advanced)

3 (Proficient)

1 (Basic)

Information & Content

(45%)

The students displayed the solar system by addressing the 4 given topics. All questions were answered correctly, and extra information was given.

The students displayed the solar system by addressing most of the topics. Most questions were answered correctly.

The students did not display the solar system by addressing the 4 given topics. Little if any questions were answered correctly or even attempted.

Working with Others

(25%)

Group members worked very well with one another and worked cooperatively to complete the assignment. Each member was engaged and listened to the group’s ideas.

Group members worked fairly well with one another and listened to the suggestions of other students. The group members had some difficulties staying on task.

Group members did not work well with one another and struggled to stay on task. Members were unengaged and did not work cooperatively.

Creativity & Effort

(15%)

The students worked hard and gave detailed explanations. All 4 topics were described using drawings, written information, and creative ideas.

The students gave some effort to give descent explanations of the given topics. Students gave basic information with some drawings.

The students put in minimal effort and did not give detailed explanations. There was little to no written information and no creative drawings.

Neatness & Organization

(15%)

The poster is presented in a neat, organized way that makes it easy for peers to understand.

The poster is presented organized and neat, but it may be difficult for some peers to understand.

The poster appears thrown together and is unorganized. It is difficult for peers to understand the information being given.