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Volcano Model & Poster Volcano Model & Poster Choose a general volcano location (convergent plate boundary, divergent plate boundary, or hot spot). Build a three-dimensional, working model of this type of volcano. Create an accompanying poster describing the volcano in terms of specific locations, type of magma, type of eruptions, how it is formed, and the effects of that type of volcanic eruption. Rubric Code: XXW3XC7 By Aligriffo Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Science Type: Project Grade Levels: 6-8

Science Fair: Volcano Model/Poster
	Does not meet expectations 0 pts	Approaching expectations 1 pts	Minimally meets expectations 2 pts	Meets expectations 3 pts	Exceeds expectations 4 pts
Model Function	Does not meet expectations No model included	Approaching expectations Some instructions were followed, but is missing two or more of the following: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and division is on container.	Minimally meets expectations Some instructions were followed, but is missing one of the following: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and division is on container.	Meets expectations Instructions were followed: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and division is on container.	Exceeds expectations All instructions were followed thoroughly, with care and focus on detail: volcano erupts properly, model built on container with edges, name and division is on container, includes background "scene" details to make model more realistic.
Model Appearance	Does not meet expectations No model included	Approaching expectations The model is built on a container but the quality is very poor. It looks like the student ran out of time.	Minimally meets expectations The model is built on a container but the quality is not very good. It looks like the student rushed to finish.	Meets expectations The model is adequately built on container with edges. It appears student worked hard on it.	Exceeds expectations The model is beautifully built on container with edges. Background details and landscape are included to enhance realism of model. It appears student put forth a lot of effort getting things just right.
Poster: Written Information	Does not meet expectations No written content included	Approaching expectations Missing two or more of the following information: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.	Minimally meets expectations Missing one of the following info on this volcano: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.	Meets expectations Lists specific info on this volcano: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world.	Exceeds expectations Lists specific info on this volcano: magma type, eruption type, effects of this type of eruption, general location of volcano type, specific location in the world of volcano, whether specific volcanoes are active or dormant in the world. Information goes beyond what is included in the textbook.
Poster: Illustrations	Does not meet expectations No illustration included	Approaching expectations Student provided one small illustration that did not demonstrate the volcano or plate activity.	Minimally meets expectations Student provided one illustration, but the standard was poor and there was little understanding of volcanic processes evident. Illustration messily attached to poster.	Meets expectations Student provided one or more illustrations, the standard was acceptable, and volcanic processes understanding was average. Illustrations neatly attached to poster.	Exceeds expectations Student provided two or more illustrations to a high standard, demonstrating superior understanding of volcanic processes. Contains a coloured world map showing specific volcano locations. Illustrations neatly attached to poster.
Poster: Appearance and Conventions	Does not meet expectations No poster included	Approaching expectations Poster lacks neatness and organisation. Missing two or more of the following elements: title, name, division. Has several spelling/grammar errors. Appears student ran out of time.	Minimally meets expectations Poster is somewhat messy. Missing one of the following elements: title, name, division. Has three to five spelling/grammar errors. Appears as though student rushed to finish.	Meets expectations Poster is tidy and organised. Contains the following elements: title, name, division. Has one or two spelling/grammar errors. Appears student spent adequate time creating poster.	Exceeds expectations Poster is neat, creative, and well-organised. Contains the following elements in a creative manner: title, name, division. Has no spelling/grammar errors. Appears student spent a lot of time creating poster.
Use of class time	Does not meet expectations No class time used; had to be removed from classroom to prevent student from distracting others.	Approaching expectations Wasted most of class time; consistently off-task; usually came to class without materials	Minimally meets expectations Much of class time was wasted; usually off-task; frequently came to class unprepared to work	Meets expectations Some class time wasted; usually on-task; occasionally forgot materials or needed to retrieve supplies from locker	Exceeds expectations Little to no class time wasted; consistently on-task and prepared to work at beginning of class

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