BIOL 310, Creating a Nature Journal

Scoring Rubric for Evaluation of Journals

 

Score
Depth
Content
Effort
5 - 6
 Interpretation of nature demonstrates high level of original thought about assigned topics; personal experience is used extensively to enhance the depth of interpretation. Demonstrates a high level of ability to document unique experiences in the natural world with numerous species identifications and assembly of other facts. All assignments are completed with high level of thought, care, creativity and effort; demonstrates that active practice has led to progress toward achieving journal goals.
3 - 4
 Interpretation of nature demonstrates attempt to introduce original thoughts about assigned topics; several personal experiences are used. Demonstrates ability to identify some species and habitats; others may be documented by illustration with description of efforts made at identification. Assignments are completed with some creativity and effort; some progress can be seen toward meeting journal goals.
1 - 2
 Interpretation of nature demonstrates ability to apply views of others to local environments; some personal experiences are documented. Demonstrates a beginning level of effectiveness at species identification and assembly of other facts. Some assignments are not completed; little progress can be seen toward meeting journal goals.