Score

1 pt. Novice

Little or no understanding of the concept.

Major errors in content information.

Unclear, brief, or vague oral communication.

Little or no understanding of the process of problem solving.

Little or no participation in group discussions.

Brief, general or irrelevant research.

2 pts. Nearing Proficiency

General understanding of the concept of interdependence.

Several errors in content information.

Oral communication sometimes unclear.

Some steps in problem solving omitted.

Occasional participation in group discussion.

Some relevant research.

3 pts. Proficient

Minor misunderstandings of the concept of interdependence.

Minor errors in content information.

Generally clear communication.

Some steps in problem solving less developed than others.

Generally effective participation in group discussions, but minor lapses may have occurred.

Enough research to support ideas.

4 pts. Advanced

Complete understanding of the concept of interdependence.

No major errors in content information.

Clear, specific oral communication of ideas.

Completely plausible predictions made.

Full understanding of the problem-solving process.

Highly effective participation in group discussions.

Evidence of extensive research.