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4 Points =
The student makes a complete response to all parts of the task. He/she
can successfully carry out a scientific inquiry. The student shows a clear
understanding of how algae reproduce and grow. The data collection for the
inquiry is of high quality and the data is organized neatly and
meaningfully. The student is able to choose a useful method to display the
data. The student is able to state at least two conclusions as a result of
the inquiry. The written report is of high quality, giving a clear and
concise summary of the inquiry and providing accurate advice to Malcomb.
3 Points = The student can make a complete response
to all parts of the task only with some coaching. He/she shows some lack of
understanding of the concepts and of the skill needed to conduct the
experiment systematically. There are some flaws in the organization and
analysis of data. The student can make only one reasonable conclusion based
on the data he/she has collected.
2 Points = The student's response to the task is
incomplete. He/she displays only limited knowledge and techniques necessary
to complete the task and relies heavily upon others for support. The data
collection, organization, and analysis is disorganized and contains several
errors. No reasonable conclusions can be made based on data obtained.
1 Point = The student does not complete the task and shows no
understanding of scientific inquiry. He/she does not demonstrate an
understanding of how algae reproduce and grow. The inquiry is so poorly
conducted that no meaningful data was collected, His/her work is
disorganized, inaccurate, and incomplete. The student is unable to make any
conclusion.
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