| CATEGORY |
20
|
15
|
10
|
5
|
| Question/Purpose |
The purpose of the lab or the question to be answered during the lab is clearly identified and stated. |
The purpose of the lab or the question to be answered during the lab is identified, but is stated in a somewhat unclear manner. |
The purpose of the lab or the question to be answered during the lab is partially identified and is stated in a somewhat unclear manner. |
The purpose of the lab or the question to be answered during the lab is erroneous or irrelevant. |
| Experimental Hypothesis |
Hypothesized relationship between the variables and the predicted results is clear and reasonable based on what has been studied. |
Hypothesized relationship between the variables and the predicted results is reasonable based on general knowledge and observations. |
Hypothesized relationship between the variables and the predicted results is stated, but appears to be based on flawed logic. |
No hypothesis is stated. |
| Scientific Concepts |
Report illustrates an accurate and thorough understanding of scientific concepts underlying the lab. |
Report illustrates an accurate understanding of most scientific concepts underlying the lab. |
Report illustrates a limited understanding of scientific concepts underlying the lab. |
Report illustrates inaccurate understanding of scientific concepts underlying the lab. |
| Procedures |
Procedures are listed in clear steps. Each step is numbered and expressed in a complete sentence. |
Procedures are listed in a logical order, but steps are not numbered and/or are not expressed in complete sentences. |
Procedures are listed but are not in a logical order or are difficult to follow. |
Procedures do not accurately list the steps of the experiment. |
| Analysis |
The relationship between the variables is discussed and trends/patterns logically analyzed. Predictions are made about what might happen if part of the lab were changed or how the experimental design could be changed. |
The relationship between the variables is discussed and trends/patterns logically analyzed. |
The relationship between the variables is discussed but no patterns, trends or predictions are made based on the data. |
The relationship between the variables is not discussed. |
