EDU 495 – Capstone Experience Grading Rubric Student Teacher ...

EDU 495 – Capstone Experience Grading RubricStudent Teacher: ___________________________________________________ Spring 2012Category Topic and IndicatorsLesson Planning:Lessons planned in advanceLessons planned with sufficient detail with all required elementspresentCreative lessons planned with a variety of activitiesInstruction is differentiated to meet student needsStudent learning assessed in an appropriate mannerTotal points for lesson planning:Always5Usually3Sometimes1Rarely0Notes/DatesClassroom Environment:Positive relationships established with studentsStudent teacher is a respected authority figureStudent behavior is responded to in a timely and appropriatemannerStudent teacher circulates throughout the classroomClear understanding of classroom routines demonstratedTotal points for classroom environment:Instruction:Mastery of content demonstratedDemonstrates skill in actively engaging children in meaningfullearning tasksDemonstrates an enthusiasm and passion for teaching; voiceprojection appropriateDemonstrates the ability to monitor and adjust instruction based onstudent needsHigher level questions asked to encourage student critical thinkingTotal points for instruction:

Category Topic and IndicatorsProfessionalism:Reflections, schedules, ISL, Portfolio, and LiveText assignmentssubmitted on timeDemonstrates skill in using Standard English; edited assignmentsReceptive to suggestions and implemented changes to addressDressed appropriately and exhibited professional engagement andrespect while in assigned settingActed in a responsible and professional manner (arrived anddeparted appropriately, attended school meetings, trainings,conferences, and cohort meetings)Total points for professionalism:Always5Usually3Sometimes1Rarely0Notes/DatesOther Items:Completed the Exhibition Day project in a professional manner;engaged attendees in conversation about projectPositive recommendations received from cooperating teacher anduniversity supervisorCompleted the videotape and reflection appropriately; submittedreflection on timeFinal ISL project adheres to required elements as posted in syllabusand LiveText rubricProfessional Portfolio defense statements provide specific evidenceof mastery for each sub-element; artifacts support defensestatements and offer further indication of masteryTotal points for other items:Total Points Earned: _____________________Letter Grade: ________________________________University Supervisor Signature: ________________________________________________________________________

Point System for Grading Rubric:A = 94% to 100%(117-125 points)A- = 90% to 93%(112-116 points)B+ = 88% to 89%(110-111 points)B = 82% to 87%(102-109 points)B- = 80% to 81 %(100-101 points)C+ = 77% to 79%(96-99 points)C = 70% to 76%(87-95 points)D = 65% to 69%(81-86 points)F = less than 65%(less than 81 points)Grade Value Indicator DescriptionExceptional AchievementVery Good AchievementProficient AchievementSuperficial/ Incomplete AchievementDemonstrates a superior understanding,application, and connection of knowledge,skills, and values.Demonstrates a thorough and effectiveunderstanding, application, and connectionof knowledge, skills, and valuesDemonstrates a competent level ofunderstanding, application, and connectionof knowledge, skills, and valuesFails to demonstrate a basic understanding,application, and connection of knowledge,skills, and values