Self-Assessment Grading Criteria for Professional Behavior/Participationin PTA 111

20 points

The class exists for and because of you and is enhanced by your preparation and the exchange of ideas with others. You are a member of a learning community with a responsibility to everyone. It is recognized that all individuals are different and that there are many different ways in which people contribute to the class. Sharing accurate information, asking thoughtful and responsive questions, listening attentively, being a good team player and coming to class on time and prepared are all important aspects of your participation. ‘Participating’ doesn’t necessarily mean talking the most in class! Please talk to the instructor if you're uncomfortable about participating, for whatever reason.

You are responsible forassessing your own participation in the class (20 pts max) using the attached rubric. Add comments that might help clarify your self-assessment. To earn points, turn in the completed form at the end of the semester (no later than xxxxxx).

Please note: the instructor retains the right to override the grade you select for yourself if it differs significantly from your actual class performance. In such cases, the instructor will provide a rationale for the modified grade.

PTA 111 – RUBRIC FOR SELF-ASSESSMENT OF PARTICIPATION
Level Of Engagement In Class
0-4 pts______ / I proactively contribute to class by offering ideas and asking thoughtful questions. (4 pts) / I contribute to class by offering ideas and occasionally asking questions. (3 pts) / I rarely contribute to class by offering ideas and asking questions. I make only minimal comments when drawn into a discussion. (2 pt) / I never contribute to class by offering ideas or asking questions.I do little to participate and let others do the work. I am physically present but mentally elsewhere. I may daydream. (0-1 pts)
Listening Skills
0-4 pts______ / I am attentive. I listen when others talk, both in small groups and in the large class. Iincorporate or build off of the ideas of others. I don’t interrupt, over-participate, or dominate discussions. (4 pts) / I am attentive most of the time. I listen when others talk, both in small groups and in the large class. I don’t interrupt, over-participate, or dominate discussions. (3 pts) / I am sometimes inattentive. I sometimes appear not to be listening to classmates or the instructor. (2 pt) / I am often inattentive. I do not listen when others talk.I sometimes interrupt when others speak or make rambling or tangential contributions. (0-1pts)
Behavior/ Teamwork
0-4 pts______ / I always conduct myself in a way that benefits the class’s ability to learn. I demonstrate cooperation, respect, and a good sense of humor. I am considerate of the feelings and opinions of others. I go the extra mile and display leadership as appropriate.I never display disruptive behavior during class. (4 pts) / I usually conduct myself in a way that benefits the class’s ability to learn. I demonstrate cooperation and respect, and a good sense of humor. I am considerate of the feelings and opinions ofothers. I rarely display disruptive behavior during class. (3 pts) / I demonstrate cooperation and respect although I occasionally display disruptive behavior during class. My behavior is sometimes distracting to classmates (e.g. texting, cell phone, web browsing, whispering). (2 pt) / I am not cooperative. Ifrequently disrupt the class with my behavior (e.g. texting, cell phone, web browsing, whispering). My body language may seem hostile or bored. I may act rudely. (0-1 pts)
Preparation
0-4 pts______ / I am always prepared and ready to start at the beginning of class. I have done the readings and I have my materials such as notebook, textbook, pencils, paper, and lab clothes. I take effective notes. (4 pts) / I am usually prepared and ready to start at the beginning of class. I have usually done the readings and have my materials such as notebook, textbook, pencils, paper, and lab clothes. I take notes. (3 pts) / I am not always prepared and ready to start at the beginning of class. I have only done some of the readings. I sometimes forget to bring materials such as notebook, textbook, pencils, paper, and lab clothes. I take notes. (2 pt) / I am almost never prepared for class. I may try to bluff my way when unprepared.I rarely take notes of any kind. (0-1 pts)
Punctuality
0-4 pts______ / I always arrive early or on time, return from break on time, and stay until the end of class. (4 pts) / I always arrive on time, return from break on time, and stay until the end of class. (3 pts) / On 1-2 occasions I have arrived to class late, returned from break late, or left class early. (2 pt) / On more than 2 occasions I have arrived to class late, returned from break late, or left class early. (0-1 pts)

Total:______/20

Name______

Comments (areas of strength, areas needing improvement):