Name:_________________________________
Section #: ____________ Date:
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Geology 101, Fall
2007
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My photo journal identifies and describes
(need both to be complete) approximately
(check one): __ 15 different features/processes
__ 25 different features/processes
__ 35 different features/processes |
1. Print out a copy of the
rubric. For each of the four criteria below, assess your own photo journal
by: a) looking at the whole journal b) circling some specific phrases which describe the
work, and writing comments. (This is holistic evaluation; not all items will
be present in any one journal.) c) writing questions or comments in the appropriate
boxes 2. Submit your photo journal with this completed rubric assessing your
own work. Your photo journal will
be graded using the rubric you provide.
Note that points will be deducted under criteria 4. |
Student
Reviewer:_________________________
1.
Identifies geological features / processes (GF/P). (complete)
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Low INCOMPLETE High |
Low
ACCEPTABLE High |
Low Bonus
points awarded High |
Score |
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o
Does not present two or more geological topic
areas. o
Identifies significantly fewer than 25 GF/P. |
o
Includes two or more topic areas. o
Identifies approximately 25 different GF/P. |
o
Clearly focuses on two or more geological topic
areas. o
Identifies approx. 35 different GF/P. o
Identifies approx. >35
different GF/P. |
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Comments: |
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2.
Presents, interprets and analyzes appropriate
supporting data/evidence. (accurate)
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Low INCOMPLETE High |
Low
ACCEPTABLE High |
Low
EXCELLENT High |
Score |
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o
Misidentifies
many features or rock types, or fails to identify important features or
locations. o
Misinterprets
key processes or does not explain key processes. o
Does
not acknowledge unusual features or processes. |
o
Identifies
most features, rock types, and locations, though a few may be missing or
inaccurate o
Explains
most key processes accurately, though some details are glossed over. o
Acknowledges
unusual features or processes. |
o
Fully
and accurately identifies and labels key features, rock types, and locations. o
Accurately
explains processes which formed those features, with details. o
Discusses
unusual features or processes, present or absent. |
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o
Observations
not adequately supported by photos; lacks close-up images for essential details.
o
Photos
or information sources are simplistic, inappropriate, or not relevant. |
o
Observations
generally supported by photos, though may lack close-up images for additional
details. o
Provides
appropriate photos and information, although exploration appears to have been
routine. |
o
Observations
supported well by photos, including appropriate close-up images for necessary
details. o
Photos,
information and interpretation meet and at times exceed assignment, for deep
exploration. |
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o
Obtained
little or no information from credible sources; sources not credible or not
cited. |
o
Some
information from credible sources may add to understanding of features or
processes; may be incomplete or lack citation. |
o
Information
obtained from credible sources to provide fuller understanding of features or
processes. Citations included. |
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Comments: |
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3. Develops, presents, and communicates
OWN hypothesis or position and relevant other perspectives.
(interpretation, understanding, degree of complexity)
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Low INCOMPLETE High |
Low
ACCEPTABLE High |
Low
EXCELLENT High |
Score |
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o
Little
evidence of more than cursory observation.
May repeat readily available information without interpretation. o
Makes
little or no connection between geological principles and own observations. o
Processes
identified are simplistic; details missing or glossed over. |
o
Recognizes
chosen features and processes, using some observation; may include some
errors or limited interpretation. o
Attempts
to connect geological principles with own observations. o
Addressed
intermediate processes accurately; attempts to address some complex
processes, perhaps with some inaccuracy |
o
Recognizes and interprets chosen features and processes based on
careful observation. o
Accurately connects
geological principles with own observations. o
Addresses complex
processes accurately and completely. |
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o
Presents only one theory regarding a feature or process, when
others are probable. |
o
Attempts
to address different theories regarding particular features or processes,
though limited. |
o
Includes
different probable theories regarding particular features or processes. |
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Comments: |
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4. Communicates effectively and
fulfills assignment.
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UNACCEPTABLE (minus 1 for each) |
ACCEPTABLE (no points added or deducted) |
EXCELLENT (up to 5 bonus points possible) |
Score |
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o
Geologic vocabulary absent or often inaccurate. o
In many places, language obscures meaning. o
Little evidence of proofreading. |
o
Uses some vocabulary of geology accurately. o
In general, language communicates clearly and
effectively; few errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. |
o
Uses vocabulary of geology with high accuracy and
fluidity in own writing. o
Language use is eloquent and/or nuanced. |
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o
Photo journal is unfocused or poorly organized /
constructed. o
Format is inconsistent or distracting; text not
always legible. |
o
Organization is clear, and construction adequate. o
Format is appropriate and clear in most places. o
Text is legible. |
o
Creative approach to photos or project design. o
Exceptional organization or presentation. o
Exceptionally engaging format. o
Other |
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Photo journal lacks picture of you. o
Photos taken in o
Photos of poor quality. o
Internet
photo used other than location maps. (3 point deducted for each photo.) |
o
Photo journal includes at least one photo with
you in it. o
Most/all photos taken beyond o
All
photos of acceptable or better quality.
o
Most/all
photos original work (not from internet). |
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Comments: |
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Student’s
comments or questions |
Overall Rating of Photo Journal
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Criteria |
Score |
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1. Identifies issues or
questions (topics, features and processes) (complete count). |
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2. Presents, interprets and
analyzes evidence in photos (accuracy).
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3. Develops own position or
hypothesis; integrates other perspectives. (understanding, interpretation,
degree of complexity) |
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Total |
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4. Communicate effectively and fulfills assignment
(points maybe be subtracted or added) |
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Total |
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Instructor Comments: |
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