iRubric: Saving the Consumer - Budgeting Your Future rubric

Does not respond to the assignment, lacks a central idea. Neglects to discuss the methodology and/or theories supporting the idea. Incorrect math makes budget invalid.
Failed to address how to accomplish goals.

Responds to the assignment but with weak ideas. Does not seem to fully understand the methodologies and/or theories discussed. Incorrect math complicates understanding. May have left out a goal or poorly defined a plan to accomplish it.

Responds to the assignment with clear ideas. Understands the theories/methodolgiesbehind the idea but may not apply them all appropriately. Mathematics may contain a few inconsequential errors. All goals have been addressed and a plan established.

Clearly defined ideas and understanding of concepts. Strong application of different theories / methodologies throughout. Math is without error. Goals are achievable based on this plan.

Lacks transitions, coherence, and appreciable organization. Contains a great deal of mechanical / mathematical errors making it difficult to read.

Sporadic transitions and organization prevent coherence throughout. Mechanical errors may block readers ability to understand and connect the thoughts. Contains substantial mathematical errors.

Shows a logical progression of ideas and more sophisticated transitional devices. Each paragraph is clear and relates to the central or supporting ideas. May contain a few mathematical / mechanics errors that do not effect the readers understanding.

Logically arranged and sophisticated. Contains smooth transitions from one idea to the next. Budget can be easily understood by others in similar situations; offers transferrability.