Category:

Research
Notes
(depth of
research)

20
Detailed notes on topic show
advanced depth of research
from multiple sources

15
Somewhat detailed notes on
topic show proficient depth of
research from more than one
source

10
Notes on topic lack depth
of research or only include
one source

5
Notes on topic are incomplete

Clarity in
Problem

Project displays clear,

detailed understanding of the
regions problem

Project displays understanding

of the regions problem

Project displays minimal

understanding of the
regions problem

Project lacks understanding

of the regions problem

Logic &
Reasoning
in Solution

Well-organized argument for

the solution to the regions
problem demonstrates clear
logic and supportive reasoning
using correct language
conventions (grammar,
spelling, etc.)
Argument is supported with
strong citations cited
correctly from multiple
sources

Argument for the solution to

the regions problem somewhat
demonstrates logic and
supportive reasoning using
mostly correct language
conventions (grammar, spelling,
etc.)
Argument is moderately
supported with strong
citations cited mostly
correctly from multiple
sources

Argument for the solution

to the regions problem
lacks logic and supportive
reasoning and exhibits
incorrect language
conventions (grammar,
spelling, etc.)
Argument is supported
with minimal citations cited
mostly correctly from at
least one source

Incomplete argument for the

solution to the regions
problem obstructed by
incorrect language
conventions (grammar,
spelling, etc.)

Project exhibits unique

creativity using multiple media
(technology, art, etc.)

Project exhibits creativity

using multiple media
(technology, art, etc.)

Project lacks creativity

using minimal media
(technology, art, etc.)

Project lacks creativity and

effort

Evidence
from
Sources

Creativity
in Product

Argument is supported with

at least one citation