Do you need a rubric? Click the image above to determine if you need a rubric. What are the parts of a rubric? Click the table to be directed to this template on a Google Doc that you may copy and customize yourself. Part 1: Task Description The task description is almost always originally framed by the instructor and involves a “performance” of some sort by the student. The task can take the form of a specific assignment, such as a paper, a poster, or a presentation. The task can also apply to overall behavior, such as participation, use of proper lab protocols, and behavioral expectations in the classroom. Part 2: Scale The scale describes how well or poorly any given task has been performed and occupies yet another side of the grid to complete the rubric’s evaluative goal. Should have at least three levels of achievement. Part 3: Dimensions The dimensions of a rubric lay out the parts of the task simply and completely. A rubric can also clarify for students how their task can be broken down into components and which of those components are most important. Is it the grammar? The analysis? The factual content? The research techniques? And how much weight is given to each of these aspects of the assignment? This should be a breakdown of the skills/knowledge involved in the assignment. Part 4: Description of the Dimensions Dimensions alone are all-encompassing categories, so for each of the dimensions, a rubric should also contain at the very least a description of the highest level of performance in that dimension. Constructing a rubric FA-19 – Written Communication VALUE rubrics SP-20 – Oral Communication VALUE rubrics Click the CampusLabs logo above for more information on the Rubrics and Data Collection features.
