Implementation should include
- discussing various types and styles of rubrics
- communicating the rubric expectations at the beginning of the lesson/activity to encourage student success
- incorporating constructive feedback
- making an objective appraisal of specified criteria
- applying the rubric consistently.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What is the purpose of using various types and styles of rubrics?
- What criteria should be used to determine which objectives should be selected when designing rubrics?
Communication
- What should teachers do to communicate the rubric expectations before the lesson/activity?
- What are the consequences of not communicating the expectations ahead of time?
Leadership
- What skills are needed to make decisions about designing rubrics that are developmentally appropriate?
Management
- What should teachers do to ensure the well-being of children through assessment?