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| Claim |
Claim is clearly stated, focused on the topic, and explained. Rating of the claim reflects a realistic understanding of the process. |
Claim is clearly stated, focused on the topic, and explained. Rating of the claim reflects a moderately realistic understanding of the process. |
Claim is stated, focused on the topic, and explained. Explanation might not show a full understanding of the topic/claim complexity, and claim rating might indicate a minimally realistic understanding of the process. |
Claim is not clearly stated or is unfocused on the topic. Explanation might be missing or lacking understanding of the topic. Claim rating may be incomplete or unrealistic. |
| Evidence |
Project presents a clear and accurate treatment of all available evidence that addresses the central point of the claim. All evidence is properly documented and evaluated. |
Project presents all relevant evidence needed to support the claim with no major errors. Most evidence is properly documented, and all is properly evaluated. |
Project provides evidence for the claim, but may not address all necessary aspects. Most evidence is properly documented and evaluated. |
Project fails to provide convincing evidence for the claim. Student shows a lack of understanding of proper documentation and evaluation. |
| Analysis of Evidence |
Student shows an understanding of the complexity of the evidence in relation to the claim. Rationale of support/nonsupport reflects an understanding of multiple factors and perspectives. |
Student shows a clear understanding of evidence in relation to the claim. Rationale of support/nonsupport reflects partial understanding of multiple factors and perspectives. |
Student shows a basic understanding of evidence in relation to the claim. Rationale of support/nonsupport may not reflect depth of understanding. |
Student’s understanding of evidence/claim relationship is weak or inconsistent. Rationale does not support rating. |
| Conclusion |
Conclusion reflects an understanding of the depth and/or complexity of the topic based on evidence gathered. Possible counterarguments are thoroughly addressed. Conclusion is clearly related to the claim and thoroughly described. |
Conclusion reflects an understanding of topic based on evidence gathered. Possible counterarguments are explained with little detail. Conclusion is clearly related to the claim. |
Conclusion reflects an understanding of the topic based on evidence gathered. Possible counterarguments are only mentioned. Conclusion is not clearly related to the claim. |
Conclusion is not related to the claim or does not show relationship between the claim and evidence. Possible counterarguments are not addressed. |