Pulleys and Gears Assessment Ideas

Sample #1: Ideas

The following assessment instruments may be used to conduct an evaluation of the student's effort and achievement.

  • Daily Participation
  • Peer Evaluation
  • Notebook or Theme Journal
  • Testing (Oral and Written)
  • Checklists
  • Projects
  • Group Participation
  • Field Work
  • Self Evaluation
  • Teacher Observation
  • Assignments
  • Reports and Essays
  • Portfolio Development

    Sample #2: Checklist

    Teacher Assessment of a Presentation on the Uses of Pulleys and/or Gears

    Student Name:

    Criteria Level 1
    Level 2
    Level 3
    Level 4

    Shared the workload;        
    Spoke clearly, loudly;
    used gesture and tone for effect;
           
    Demonstrated an understanding of concepts;        
    Used scientific terminology;        
    Visual support in collage;        
    Clarity of explanation;        
    Listened to the presentations of others;        

     

    Sample #3: Checklist

    Construction of a collage of pulleys and gears around us.

    Student Name:

          
    Yes
    No
    I followed all directions given.    
    My collage illustrates a pulley or gear in each of the images.    
    I collected photographs from several sources.    
    I drew any illustrations when I could not find an appropriate photo.    
    My work is neat and colorful.    
    I have an appropriate title for my work.    
    I have checked the spelling of any words on my work.    

     

    Sample #4: Checklist

    A self- and peer-assessment based on the criteria established cooperatively for a series of drawings related to different pulley or gear types.

    Student Name:

     
    MY RATING
    MY CLASSMATE'S RATING

    Criteria YES SOMETIMES NO YES SOMETIMES NO
    My drawings are neat and accurate.            
    I labeled all items correctly.            
    I put the correct words in the correct places.            
    I used a ruler to draw any lines.            
    I printed neatly.            

     

    Sample #5: Checklist

    Student/Teacher Conference Checklist for making a balloon powered toy with wheels and axles

    Student Name:

    Statements
    Often
    Sometimes
    Never
    I fulfilled my roles.      
    I contributed my ideas and information.      
    I asked my partners for their ideas and information.      
    I asked my partners to clarify ideas when appropriate.      
    I helped our group to stay on task.      
    I included everyone in the work of the group.      
    I listened to what my partners said.      
    I asked my partners for help when I needed it.      

     

    Sample #6: Checklist

    An Assessment Rubric for construction activities using pulleys and/or gears.

    Student Name:

    Criteria Level 1
    Level 2
    Level 3
    Level 4

    Shows an understanding of the concepts;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Demonstrates misconceptions;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Gives explanations showing understanding of the concepts;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Applies required skills and strategies;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Shows awareness of safety procedures;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Uses tools and materials without assistance;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Communicates with clarity and precision;
    little
    some
    most
    all
    Uses appropriate technology;
    little
    some
    most
    all

     

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