Criterion

Explanation

Points

Rating

Easily Viewable

Display faces forward, materials are easily viewable

0-2

Labels on Display

Sections of study design are properly labeled

0-2

Attractive

 Color is used for emphasis, good arrangement is maintained,  graphics are correct

0-2

Text on Display

Correct spelling and grammar, clear and concise writing

0-2

Creative Approach

There is evidence of researcher’s original input into design

0-2

Criterion

Explanation

Points

Rating

Log Book

A daily recording of all steps of the study; recorded data

0-15

Background Information

Research is carried out into the problem that is being studied

0-15

Problem

Question or statement of purpose about the relationship between independent variables and dependent variables

0-5

Hypothesis

What the student(s) believe will be the outcome of the experiment

0-5

Procedure

Identifies the steps that the student(s) went through as s/he carried out the experiment

0-20

Trials and Samples

There was an appropriate number of trials (at least three) and use of controls

0-10

Results

A graph is present showing the relationship between the independent variables and dependent variables and interpretation of the findings: uses averaged values

0-10

Conclusions

Student interprets the findings and reacts to hypothesis consistent with results; includes reference to background information

0-5

Scientific Worth

Thoroughness of plan, uses dry run, checks for valid and reliable data, gives possible future study

0-5