Grading Rubric

“A” quality work,

Portfolio Quality, top student quality, could be used in a portfolio for college. Displays the following:

    1. Creativity and Originality: Student displayed originality and creativity by trying unusual combinations of ideas. Demonstrated problem solving skills and was open to suggestions and experimenting.

    2. Effort and Attitude: Student continued the project until it was completed working hard and executing the assignment with pride. The student was pleasant and demonstrated a yearning to learn and improve. Shows ability to go above and beyond.

    3. Craftsmanship: The student created an aesthetically pleasing image that shows a high level of finish. The student was attentive toward minor details and used the techniques that were demonstrated successfully.

    4. Attention to the Details of the Assignment: Student was careful and successful

including all dimensions of the assignment, following directions, and implementing techniques.

“B” quality work,

Above Average work, Very good Student Work. Displays the following:

    1. Creativity and Originality: Used Inspiration, but was able to make the image their own. Very original work.

    2. Effort and Attitude: Student worked hard to complete the project and projected a positive attitude and tone.

    3. Craftsmanship: The student demonstrated finish and implementation of demonstrated techniques.

    4. Attention to the Details of the Assignment: The students image included all aspects of the assignment and directions.

“C” quality work

Meets Requirements, but lacks polish, just ‘did’ the assignment and displays the following:

1.Creativity and Originality: The student’s work demonstrates a capacity to be original and creative. Work shows room for continued improvement.

2.Effort and Attitude: Student completed the project while following the rules by meeting the minimum requirements of the assignment.

3. Craftsmanship: The student’s craftsmanship is average. It is adequate, but lacking finish, technique, and attention to detail.

4. Attention to the Details of the Assignment: The student’s image included aspects of the assignment and directions.

“D” and “F”

Below Average Work, Needs major improvements. Student did not stay on task and was distracting toward the learning process. The student’s work was finished with little effort. Student did not follow directions.