iRubric: Practical work rubric

Student did not attempt to make an embroidered soft toy.

Student made some attempts at embroidery with continued teacher guidance. Student started but did not complete a soft toy.

Student grasped the concept of embroidery through teacher guidance and was able to make a basic soft toy. Student included minimum amount of 3 embroidery stitches.

Student grasped the concept of correctly sewing embroidery stitches with minimal guidance. Student completed a basic toy design with 3 or more good embroidery stitches and extra details eg. sequins.

Student independently demonstrated an excellent understanding of embroidery and completed a well made soft toy. Student included 3 or more quality embroidery stitches plus extra detail eg. clothing, sequins etc.

Student did not attempt to start a pin cushion.

Student completed only the top of pin cushion using different zig zag stitches. Student sewing was not straight, did not trim loose threads or sew completely from top to bottom edges.

Student finished pin cushion to a poor quality level. Different stitches were used on the top though not always straight. Corners were not properly pushed out, hand sewn closure very rough or cushion not stuffed adequately.

Student finished pin cushion well. A variety of stitches were used on the top in a cross hatched pattern. Cushion was turn out well, though some loose threads showing. Hand stitched closure is good though obviously rushed.

Student completed pin cushion very well with precise straight lines, variety of zig zag and patterned stitches used in more than one colour and done in a cross hatch pattern. Corners are pointy, all threads cut, hand sewn closure is neat and cushion is firm with stuffing.

Student did not attempt to use class time effectively each lesson.

Student made little effort to use class time effectively. Student worked at a slow rate due to talking with friends, distracting others or misbehaving.

Student has made a solid attempt at using class time effectively though works at a slow speed due to perfecting work, not being able to work without teacher guidance or constantly making mistakes that need redoing.

Student has used class time effectively, though could work faster with less talk more work, having a go at problems unassisted or being more decisive about designs.

Student has used class time well every lesson by working independently, responsibly, quietly and efficiently.