iRubric: Fishbowl: Inner Circle rubric

Student does not use any specific examples from the text or present unclear examples from the text. Any examples used have no relevance to the topic.

Students use little to no specific textual examples or the examples are unclear and vague. Any referenced examples do not clearly support the idea or question.

Student references the text but does not refer to specific passages and page numbers. The selected passage reflects the idea or topic.

Student references the text directly by indicating specific incidents and passages. The textual support is a superior example that promotes the increased understanding of the topic.

Student does not maintain eye contact with other group members. Student frequently interupts or talks over another student. Student addresses teacher or outer circle for the answer.

Student exhibits some positive body language. Student will talk, but does not address any person.

Student maintains eye contact and positive body language. Students usually address other group members.

Student maintains excellent eye contact and body language. Students address other members of the group specifically. Students respect and welcome the ideas of other members in their group.