Your worksheet will be graded for completeness and accuracy.
The Muching Microbes activity will be graded according to the following rubric:
CATEGORY |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
Mathematical Concepts |
Explanation shows complete understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s). |
Explanation shows substantial understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s). |
Explanation shows some understanding of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem(s). |
Explanation shows very limited understanding of the underlying concepts needed to solve the problem(s) OR is not written. |
Mathematical Errors |
90-100% of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. |
Almost all (85-89%) of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. |
Most (75-84%) of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. |
More than 75% of the steps and solutions have mathematical errors. |
Explanation |
Explanation is detailed and clear. |
Explanation is clear. |
Explanation is a little difficult to understand, but includes critical components. |
Explanation is difficult to understand and is missing several components OR was not included. |
Matrices |
Matrices are clear and greatly add to the reader's understanding of the procedure(s). |
Matrices are clear and easy to understand. |
Matrices are somewhat difficult to understand. |
Matrices are difficult to understand or are not used. |
Neatness and Organization |
The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read. |
The work is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to read. |
The work is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to read at times. |
The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together. |