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30 Points possible 6 points = 1 point on final grade Communication 5 points -Raises relevant questions and shares ideas with peers. -Offers clear and concise oral and written presentation of personal ideas and understanding. Indicating that time has been devoted to thinking about the topic. 3 points -Occasionally participates in group discussions, but rarely initiates or accepts a leadership role in guiding the group. -Does not elaborate on his or her understanding. -Often does not complete expression of his or her thoughts or ideas. 1 point -Provides no oral or written evidence of understanding activity or discussion topics. -Never or rarely raises relevant questions. -Never or rarely provides oral or written communication. Openness to Learn 5 points -Accepts class assignments and requirements with a positive attitude. -Actively seeks (by asking questions or speculating) connections between class requirements and goals. 3 points -Reluctantly accepts class assignments. 1 point -Rejects or dismisses class assignments as meaningless or boring. -Cannot make connections between class requirements and goals of the teacher. Respect 5 points -listens to others, encourages others to contribute ideas; accepts alternative perspectives; is tolerant of the shortcomings of others; and helps others to succeed in class. 3 points -Is tolerant of others, but dominates the group activity or discussion. -Listens to the ideas of others, but generally maintains personal views and ideas. 1 point -Dismisses the thoughts and ideas of others, possibly uses rude or abusive language to ridicule. -Offers ideas that are limited to his or her personal opinions. Accepts and Provides Constructive Criticism 5 points -Positively accepts constructive criticism and incorporates it in his or her approach to learning. -Offers constructive criticism and critiques including viable suggestions for improvement, to his or her teacher and peers. 3 points -Accepts constructive criticism but does not incorporate it for improving work or targeted behaviors. 1 point -Often or always rejects constructive criticism. -offers no viable alternatives to others' suggestions. Material Preparedness 5 points -Makes class materials readily available and accessible without causing interruption of activities or discussions. 3 points -Regularly forgets some materials or does not prepare fully; or, prepares for class, but is unable to retrieve his or her materials without disruption. 1 point -Consistently is unprepared for class. Class Presence 5 points -Frequently volunteers to participate in classroom activities. -Demonstrates his or her focus on classroom activities by appropriate eye contact and alert posture. 3 points -Occasionally participates in group discussions. -Provides ideas or comments that are largely restricted to reiterations of others' ideas or comments. 1 point -Sits passively in class. -Does not participate in group discussions. -Does not pay attention to classroom activities. |
