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Science Fair Engineering Project 
Science Fair Engineering Project
Rubric for Science Fair Engineering Project
Rubric Code: GXX3785
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Subject: Science  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Science Fair: Engineering Option
 

Attempted/Basic

1 pts


Proficient

3 pts


Advanced/Proficient

5 pts

Problem

1

Addresses a practical need to which there is already a common solution, or addresses an issue of little practical value.
3

Addresses a somewhat practical need some people have, which may have an expensive or uncommon solution.
5

Creatively addresses a practical need some people have, which may have an expensive or uncommon solution.
Research

1

Cites one or no information resource (such as, text, encyclopedia, businesses, magazines, catalogs, internet, or interviews). Material is copied rather than written in the student's own words.
3

Cites few information resources. Mentions known similar ideas with some elaboration. Makes a general connection to a similar idea in the student's own words.
5

Cites at least four types of resources. Makes a clear connection with a known similar idea in the student's own words.
Possible Solutions

1

Proposes three or fewer solutions, some of which may be silly. Solution description is limited.
3

Proposes at least three practical solutions with a short description.
5

Proposes three or more practical solutions. One or more are very creative. Provides sufficient description for reader to understand.
Plan and Create

1

Provides few details, leaving the reader unclear about how the invention works. Fails to analyze obstacles related to the practical design and function of the invention.
3

Provides adequate details giving the reader a general understanding of how the invention works. Provides adequate analysis of the obstacles.
5

Explains the invention, addressing all details, giving the reader a clear understanding of how the invention works.
Revised Solutions

1

Revised solutions do not address the obstacles mentioned or are not practical.
3

Revised solutions practially address the obstacles mentioned.
5

Revised solutions practically address the obstacles mentioned and consider durability or other future issues.
Science Concepts

1

Provides limited or no explanation of science concepts. Explanation may not apply to the project.
3

Provides an adequate explanation of at least one science concept, which has some application to the project.
5

Provides in-depth explanation of at least one science concept directly applying to the project.
Display Presentation

1

Project has limited eye appeal or is not easily readable at approximately two feet distance. The project has limited organization, or contains confusing visuals or contains major language or spelling errors.
3

Project is appealing and readable at approximately 2 feet distance. It is organized and clear, uses understandable visuals and/or models, and contains few language and spelling errors.
5

Project is appealing and neat, and is readable at approximately 2 feet distance. It is well organized and clear, makes striking use of inventive or amusing visuals and/or models, and uses language and spelling flawlessly.



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