iRubric: Bio 11 Glass Reef Project rubric

Underdeveloped curiosity about BC's Glass Reefs. Use of scientific concepts/language not apparent. Absence of connections between research, conservation and the reefs.

Minimal curiosity about chosen BC's Glass Reefs seen. Knowledge of scientific concepts not fully developed. Some connection between conservation, BC's Glass Reefs and inquiry present. Research needs work.

Demonstrate a sustained intellectual curiosity about BC's Glass Reefs and their need for conservation. Use knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with evidence.

Demonstrate an awareness of assumptions, question information given, and identify bias in secondary sources. Well developed demonstration of a sustained intellectual curiosity about BC's Glass Reefs. Use knowledge of scientific concepts to draw conclusions that are consistent with evidence. Exercise a healthy, informed skepticism and use scientific knowledge and findings to evaluate claims in sources. Contribute to finding solutions at a local or global level through inquiry.

Underdeveloped understanding of BC's Glass Reefs. Little to no communication of scientific ideas. Evidence based arguments need further development.

Partially developed understanding of BC's Glass Reefs. Somewhat communicates scientific ideas and/or information. Lacking evidence-based arguments. May use scientific language, conventions, and representations sporadically. Minimally meets expectations.

Well developed understanding of BC's Glass Reefs. Communicates scientific ideas, information, and a suggested course of action, for a specific purpose and audience, constructing evidence-based arguments and using appropriate scientific language, conventions, and representations.

In depth and very well developed understanding of BC's Glass Reefs. Eloquently communicates scientific ideas, information and a well developed course of action for a specific purpose and audience. Effectively constructs evidence-based, well rounded arguments that support informed opinion. Excellent use of appropriate language, conventions, and representations. Exceeds expectations.