Sample Rubric for Webquest

Webquest final product is a student created website that addresses the Theory of Evolution and its misconceptions

Needs work (4 pts) Adequate (6 pts) Excellent (8 pts) Possible
Layout / Design The pages are unattractive. Text is difficult to read. The backgrounds are distracting. The pages appear "busy" or "boring". Text may be difficult to read. The backgrounds are somewhat distracting. The pages are eye-catching and attractive. Text is easy to read. The backgrounds are subtle and appropriate.
8
Graphics There are no photos, icons or clip art or they are inappropriate Photos, icons, and clip art present, most are appropriate Photos, icons, and clip art are used creatively and may follow a theme.
8
Working Together Partners argue or fight much of the time and do not share responsibilities. Partners have trouble solving disagreements; one partner does most of work. Partners get along well and share equally in responsibilities.
8
Content Evolution is not explained Evolution is explained, somewhat difficult to understand Evolution is explained well and creatively, and is appropriate for the target audience
8
Information Information is poorly written, inaccurate, or incomplete Information could be better written and too much information is given in each section. Information is well written and interesting to read and is presented in short sections
8
Misonceptions Misconceptions are not listed, or scientific viewpoint inaccurate or missing. Some misconceptions addressed and answered from a scientific viewpoint 3 or more misonceptions addressed and answered clearly from a scientific viewpoing
8
Project Folder Many elements are missing Most elements are present All elements turned in, evolution pre-quiz, list of questions, and indiviudal journals.

8