iRubric: Animal Picture Linear Equations Project rubric

Student creates less than 8 equations that match the picture. Several equations are incorrect.

Student creates less than 8 equations that match the picture. Equations with positive, negative, zero, or undefined slopes are used. One or two equations are partially correct.

Student creates 8 equations that match the picture. Equations with positive, negative, zero, and undefined slopes are used.

Creates more than 8 equations that match the picture. Equations with positive, negative, zero, and undefined slopes are used. The equation is written in accurate mathematical terms.

Explanation is difficult to understand and is missing several components or was not included. Shows very limited understanding of the underlying concepts needed to solve the problems or is not written.

Explanation is a little difficult to understand, but includes critical components. Shows some understanding of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem(s). Explanation is understandable. Shows substantial understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem

Explanation is understandable. Shows substantial understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem

Explanation is detailed and clear. Shows complete understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem.

There are spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. Sentences are fragments or run-on sentences. The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together.

There are spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. Sentences are fragments or run-on sentences. Handwriting is messy. The work is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to read at times.

Student uses good conventions. Sentences are complete, well-constructed, clear and used descriptive language. Handwriting is clear. The work is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to read.

Student uses good conventions. Sentences are complete, well-constructed, clear and used descriptive language. Handwriting is clear and the solution is organized. The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read.