Portfolio Development
Sample #2: Checklist
Teacher Assessment of a Presentation on the Uses of Pulleys and/or Gears
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Level 1
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Level 2
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Level 3
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Level 4
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| Shared the
workload;
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Spoke clearly, loudly;
used gesture and tone
for effect;
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Demonstrated an
understanding of
concepts;
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Used scientific terminology;
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Visual support in collage;
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Clarity of explanation;
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Listened to the presentations of others;
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Sample #3: Checklist
Construction of a collage of pulleys and gears around us.
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Yes
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No
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| I followed all directions given.
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| My collage illustrates a pulley or gear in each of the images.
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| I collected photographs from several sources.
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| I drew any illustrations when I could not find an appropriate photo.
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| My work is neat and colorful.
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| I have an appropriate title for my work.
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| I have checked the spelling of any words on my work.
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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.
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MY RATING
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MY CLASSMATE'S RATING
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YES
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SOMETIMES
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NO
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YES
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SOMETIMES
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NO
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My drawings are neat and accurate.
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I labeled all items correctly.
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I put the correct words in the correct places.
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I used a ruler to draw any lines.
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I printed neatly.
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Sample #5: Checklist
Student/Teacher Conference Checklist for making a balloon powered toy with wheels and axles
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Often
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Sometimes
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Never
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| I fulfilled my roles.
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| I contributed my ideas and information.
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| I asked my partners for their ideas and information.
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| I asked my partners to clarify ideas when appropriate.
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| I helped our group to stay on task.
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| I included everyone in the work of the group.
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| I listened to what my partners said.
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| I asked my partners for help when I needed it.
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Sample #6: Checklist
An Assessment Rubric for construction activities using pulleys and/or gears.
| Criteria
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Level 1
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Level 2
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Level 3
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Level 4
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| Shows an understanding of the concepts;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Demonstrates misconceptions;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Gives explanations showing understanding of the concepts;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Applies required skills and strategies;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Shows awareness of safety procedures;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Uses tools and materials without assistance;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Communicates with clarity and precision;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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Uses appropriate technology;
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little
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some
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most
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all
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