3.1 Rubrics

"The genius of rubrics is that they are descriptive and not evaluative. Of course, rubrics can be used to evaluate, but the operating principle is you match the performance to the description rather than "judge" it. Thus rubrics are as good or bad as the criteria selected and the descriptions of the levels of performance under each. Effective rubrics have appropriate criteria and well-written descriptions of performance."

Susan M Brookhart

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Rubrics can be used as both a a teaching strategy and a grading tool. Using rubrics effectively can ensure validity, reliability and fairness in the course and the grading. They are also a GREAT time saver. Rubrics promote the fair and consistent grading of complex subjective material. They also provide a guideline to students regarding performance requirements and are a useful tool to provide valuable feedback.

Heidi Goodrich Andrade: Teaching with Rubrics: The Good The Bad and The Ugly Download Teaching with Rubrics: The Good The Bad and The Ugly
Timothy S. Brophy, Professor and Director, University of Florida: Writing Effective Rubrics Download Writing Effective Rubrics

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Weimer, M (2010, November 20). Rubrics the Essentials Links to an external site.. Faculty Focus.
Goodrich-Andrade, H. (2014, June 20). Understanding Rubrics Download Understanding Rubrics
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Rubistar: Create Rubrics for your Project-Based Learning Activities