MYP Level IScience Grading Rubric: Criterion A, B, C, D, E and F
Criterion A ONE WORLD
0The student does not reach the standard described below:
1-2
The student describes how science is used in a local or global problem.
The student states some waysscience may help or is unable to help solve a problem.
3-4
The student describes how science is used to solve a local or global problem in society.
The student describes some ways science can help or is limited when solving a problem.
The student describes ways science impacts them in a least one way– socially, financially, politically and environmentally, culturally or ethically.
5-6
The student explains how science is used to solve a local or global problem.
The student explains some ways science helps or is limited when solving a problem.
The student discusses how science impacts them in at least one way – socially, financially, politically, environmentally, culturally or ethically.
Criterion B COMMUNICATIONIN SCIENCE
0The student does not reach the standard described below:
1-2
The student attempts to share scientific information using some scientific language. The student presents some of the information using visuals such as charts, graphs, illustrations and diagrams. Student is inaccurate in listing sources.
Criteria 3-4
The student shares scientific information using scientific language.
The students present information-using visuals – charts, graphs diagrams that are suitable to the task.
Students list their sources with occasional errors.
Criteria 5 & 6
The student shares scientific information using scientific language.
The students present information-using visuals – charts, graphs diagrams that are suitable to the task.
Students list their sources with occasional errors.
Criterion CKNOWLEDGEANDUNDERSTANDING
0The student does not reach the standard described below:
1 - 2
The student recalls some scientific knowledge and uses this knowledge to solve simple problems. Student applies ideas and knowledge to solve simple problems.
3- 4
The student explains some science knowledge and uses this knowledge to solve simple problems in familiar situations.
The student analyses scientific information by explaining parts, relationships or by their cause and effect.
The student provides an explanation that shows an understanding of this knowledge
5- 6
The student explains scientific ideas and concepts and uses this knowledge to solve simple problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.
The student analyses and evaluates scientific information by making scientifically supported judgments about the information.
Criterion D SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY
0The student does not reach the standard described below
1-2
The student attempts to define the purpose of the investigation but references to variables are incomplete or not fully understood.
The scientific method is partially complete.
The evaluation of the scientific method is either absent or incomplete.
3-4
The student defines the purpose of the investigation and provides an incomplete explanation/prediction.
The student recognizes some of the variables involved and describes how to use them. The scientific method suggested is complete and includes list(s) of materials/equipment. The evaluation of the scientific method is partially developed.
5-6
The student defines the purpose of the investigation, formulates a testable hypothesis and explains the hypothesis.
The student identifies variables and explains how tomanipulate them.
The student evaluates the investigation on its reliability and/or validity.
The student suggests improvements to the method and makes suggestions for further inquiry.
Criterion EPROCESSING DATA
0The student does not reach the standard described below:
1-2
The student organizes and shares data using simple numerical or diagrammatic forms and draws an obvious conclusion.
3-4
The student organizes and transforms data into numerical and diagrammatic forms and shares it using appropriate communication modes.
The student makes a conclusion consistent with the data.
5-6
The student organizes and transforms data into numerical and diagrammatic forms and presents it logically and clearly, using appropriate communication modes.
The student explains trends, patterns or relationships in the data, comments on the data, shares a clear conclusion based on understanding the data and explains it using scientific reasoning.
Criterion F ATTITUDES IN SCIENCE
0The student does not reach the standard described below:
1-2
The student requires guidance and supervision when using laboratory equipment.
The student can work safely and cooperate with others but may need reminders.
3-4
The student uses equipment but might require occasional guidance; on most occasions pays attention to safety and works responsibly with the living and non-living environment.
The student generally cooperates well with other students.
5-6
The student works largely independently; uses equipment with precision and skill; paysclose attention to safety and deals responsibly with the living and non-living environment.
The student consistently works effectively as part of a team.