Project Rubric

Weight
Excellent

4 points

Good

3 points

Adequate

2 points

Beginning

1 point

Educational Goal

4
The project is based on a clear educational goal which is stated in the plan.

There is an educational goal, but it is not adequately mentioned in the description.

There is an educational goal, but it is not appropriate for the particular students involved.

The goal of the project is fuzzy.

Practicality

2
The project is well thought through and practical. Possible pitfalls have been forseen and interventions planned.

The project is practical. If things go as planned the goals of the project can be attained.

The project is basically practical, but there may be some holes in the planning. The project can be completed, but there will probably be some problems.

The project has some poorly planned activites or processes. Unless some changes are made the project will not work.

Clear Project Plan

3
The project plan includes:

the goals of the project
description of the particpants sought
number of participants needed
a clear timeline of the project, benefits to the participants
explanation of how to join the project.

The application form is clear. It is only lacking one or two of the items listed in the excellent column.

The application form has the most important items that should be in a form. It is lacking some of the items that could make it a better project.

The project is missing some of the more necessary items in the call to participants. A person reading it would be left with many questions.

Timeline

3
The timeline is realistic. The goal of the project has been taken into account when planning the pace of the participation. It also shows enough detail.

The project timeline is satisfactory.

The timeline of the project lacks some detail. It may be too long or too short.

The timeline of the project contradicts the goal that is stated.

Enthusiasm

1
The presentation of the project is done with such enthusiasm that it motivates the reader to want to participate

The project presentation is appealing.

The project presentation is clear, but not compelling

The project presentation may be unclear or not compelling.

Use of Unique Qualities of Being Online

3
This project could not be done without the benefits of being online. It uses unique capabilities of the internet.

The project could be done offline, but it benefits from the online component.

This project could be done as well offline as online.

It is not clear that doing this project online is of any benefit.

Alternate Non-Technology Plans

1
The project includes meaningful activities which involve online as well as offline resources.

The creator of the project has planned alternative activities for the times when technology is not available.

There are offline activities, but they are not connected well to the project.

The alternative activities were not clearly described.

Benefits to Participants

2
The project has been designed in a collaborative way so that participants will interact and benefit from the project.

A participant in this project will benefit from the involvement in some way.

The benefits to the participants depend on the teacher at the other end.

The benefit to the participant was not considered.

Our Projects | Group Evaluation | Project Rubric

	Weight	Excellent 4 points	Good 3 points	Adequate 2 points	Beginning 1 point
Educational Goal	4	The project is based on a clear educational goal which is stated in the plan.	There is an educational goal, but it is not adequately mentioned in the description.	There is an educational goal, but it is not appropriate for the particular students involved.	The goal of the project is fuzzy.
Practicality	2	The project is well thought through and practical. Possible pitfalls have been forseen and interventions planned.	The project is practical. If things go as planned the goals of the project can be attained.	The project is basically practical, but there may be some holes in the planning. The project can be completed, but there will probably be some problems.	The project has some poorly planned activites or processes. Unless some changes are made the project will not work.
Clear Project Plan	3	The project plan includes: the goals of the project description of the particpants sought number of participants needed a clear timeline of the project, benefits to the participants explanation of how to join the project.	The application form is clear. It is only lacking one or two of the items listed in the excellent column.	The application form has the most important items that should be in a form. It is lacking some of the items that could make it a better project.	The project is missing some of the more necessary items in the call to participants. A person reading it would be left with many questions.
Timeline	3	The timeline is realistic. The goal of the project has been taken into account when planning the pace of the participation. It also shows enough detail.	The project timeline is satisfactory.	The timeline of the project lacks some detail. It may be too long or too short.	The timeline of the project contradicts the goal that is stated.
Enthusiasm	1	The presentation of the project is done with such enthusiasm that it motivates the reader to want to participate	The project presentation is appealing.	The project presentation is clear, but not compelling	The project presentation may be unclear or not compelling.
Use of Unique Qualities of Being Online	3	This project could not be done without the benefits of being online. It uses unique capabilities of the internet.	The project could be done offline, but it benefits from the online component.	This project could be done as well offline as online.	It is not clear that doing this project online is of any benefit.
Alternate Non-Technology Plans	1	The project includes meaningful activities which involve online as well as offline resources.	The creator of the project has planned alternative activities for the times when technology is not available.	There are offline activities, but they are not connected well to the project.	The alternative activities were not clearly described.
Benefits to Participants	2	The project has been designed in a collaborative way so that participants will interact and benefit from the project.	A participant in this project will benefit from the involvement in some way.	The benefits to the participants depend on the teacher at the other end.	The benefit to the participant was not considered.