Assessment Rubric for Second Draft
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Knowledge and Understanding |
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Knowlege of content
Elements of a digital story, digital storytelling tools and techniques, specific content of past lessons
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Demonstrates limited knowledge of key concepts and terminology related to digital storytelling and specific lesson content. May struggle to identify or explain basic elements like narration, imagery, music, or ethical remixing practices
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Demonstrates some knowledge of digital storytelling components and techniques and specific lesson content. Can identify and explain basic elements, but understanding may be superficial or incomplete |
Demonstrates considerable knowledge of digital storytelling concepts and terminology. Can accurately identify and explain key elements and demonstrate understanding of specific lesson content
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Demonstrates thorough knowledge of digital storytelling concepts and terminology. Can clearly articulate and apply key elements, demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of specific lesson content.
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Understanding of content
Comprehension of the meaning and significance of digital storytelling elements and their impact on the audience
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Shows limited understanding of how digital storytelling elements work together to convey meaning and impact the audience. May struggle to analyze the effectiveness of different elements or explain their purpose
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Demonstrates some understanding of how digital storytelling elements contribute to the overall message and impact. Can analyze the effectiveness of some elements but may overlook nuances or connection
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Demonstrates considerable understanding of how digital storytelling elements create meaning and engage the audience. Can analyze the effectiveness of different elements and explain how they work together to achieve specific effects
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Demonstrates thorough and insightful understanding of how digital storytelling elements interact to create a compelling and impactful narrative. Can analyze the effectiveness of elements with precision and explain their nuanced contributions to the overall message and audience engagement
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Thinking |
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Use of planning skills Using the stages of the revision process to improve and reflect on one’s work |
Stages of the revision process are incomplete or poorly planned.
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Stages of the revision process are complete but show little insight or reflection.
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Stages of the revision process are complete and show considerable insight and reflection
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Stages of the revision process are thoroughly complete and show a high degree of insight and reflection
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Use of processing skills
Analyzing different perspectives, reflecting on the creative process
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Reflection on the creative process (theirs and others’) is superficial
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Reflection on the creative process (theirs and others’) shows some depth but may lack critical analysis
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Can reflect on the creative process (theirs and others’) with insights and thoughtful observations
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Reflects on the creative process with depth, demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of the choices made and their impact
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| Use of critical/creative thinking processes: Applying feedback and identifying areas for improvement |
Provides and receives feedback with limited effectiveness. Feedback may be vague, unfocused, or overly critical. May struggle to identify specific areas for improvement or incorporate feedback into revisions.
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Provides and receives feedback with some effectiveness. Feedback is generally constructive but may lack specificity or depth. Can identify some strengths and areas for improvement and make some revisions based on feedback.
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Provides and receives feedback with considerable effectiveness. Offers specific, constructive criticism that focuses on both strengths and areas for improvement. Responds thoughtfully to feedback and demonstrates the ability to make revisions based on feedback received
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Provides and receives feedback with a high degree of effectiveness. Offers insightful and actionable feedback that demonstrates a deep understanding of the criteria and the creative process. Responds to feedback thoughtfully and makes targeted revisions that significantly enhance the digital story
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Communication |
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Expression and organization of ideas
Clarity of the narrative, coherence of the story, logical flow of information |
Expresses and organizes ideas with limited effectiveness. The digital story may lack clarity, coherence, or a logical flow of information
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Expresses and organizes ideas with some effectiveness. The digital story demonstrates some clarity and coherence, but the flow of information could be improve
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Expresses and organizes ideas with considerable effectiveness. The digital story is clear, coherent, and presents information in a logical and engaging manner
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Expresses and organizes ideas with a high degree of effectiveness. The digital story is exceptionally clear, coherent, and engaging, demonstrating masterful control of narrative structure and information flow
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Communication for different audiences and purposes in oral, visual, and written forms, including media forms.
Tailoring the message, tone, and style to suit the intended audience and purpose and communicating feedback |
The digital story may not effectively resonate with the intended audience or achieve its intended purpose. Feedback is unclear, incomplete or lacks relevance.
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The digital story demonstrates some awareness of audience and purpos. Feedback is complete and mostly clear and relevant.
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The digital story is tailored to the intended audience and purpose, effectively conveying its message. Feedback is complete, clear and relevant.
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The digital story demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of audience and purpose, successfully adapting the message, tone, and style to achieve its intended impact. Feedback is thorough and insightful.
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Use of conventions
Clarity and effectiveness of the narration (e.g., clear and concise language, appropriate pacing, engaging tone) Effective use of visual elements (e.g., images, video clips, text) to enhance the story Technical quality of the digital story (e.g., audio quality, image resolution, editing
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Narration is difficult to understand or follow; visual elements are poorly chosen or do not effectively support the story; the digital story is poorly produced and contains technical errors
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Narration is generally clear, but there are some areas where it could be improved; visual elements are generally appropriate, but could be used more effectively; the digital story demonstrates some technical proficiency, but there are areas for improvement
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Narration is clear, engaging and easy to follow; visual elements are well-chosen and effectively enhance the story; the digital story is well-produced and demonstrates technical proficiency
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Narration is well-delivered, engaging the audience and effectively conveying the intended messages; visual elements are poweful and evocative, significantly enhancing the emotional impact and overall effectiveness of the story; the digital story demonstrates a high degree of technical expertise and attention to detail.
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Application |
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Application of knowledge and skills in familiar contexts
Using digital storytelling techniques to create a cohesive and engaging narrative within the scope of the assignment
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Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with limited effectiveness. The digital story may not effectively utilize digital storytelling techniques or demonstrate a strong understanding of the concepts covered in the lesson
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Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with some effectiveness. The digital story shows some evidence of applying digital storytelling techniques and concepts, but execution may be inconsistent or incomplete
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Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with considerable effectiveness. The digital story effectively utilizes digital storytelling techniques and demonstrates a solid understanding of the concepts covered in the lesson
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Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with a high degree of effectiveness. The digital story showcases a skillful application of digital storytelling techniques and a deep understanding of the concepts, resulting in a compelling and impactful narrative
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| Transfer of knowledge and skills
Drawing on learning and reflection to revise the digital story |
Demonstrates limited ability to transfer knowledge and skills to new contexts. May struggle to apply new learning and reflection to revise the digital story.
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Demonstrates some ability to transfer knowledge and skills to new contexts. Can apply new learning and reflection to revise the digital story but may need support or guidance
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Demonstrates considerable ability to transfer knowledge and skills to new contexts. Can effectively apply new learning and reflection to revise the digital story but may need support or guidance
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Demonstrates a high degree of flexibility and adaptability in transferring knowledge and skills to new contexts. Can skillfully adapt and apply digital storytelling techniques and concepts tor revise the digital story
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Making connections
Connecting digital storytelling to other subject areas, real-world issues, personal experiences, or broader media literacy concepts |
Makes connections with limited effectiveness. Struggles to see the relevance of digital storytelling beyond the immediate assignment or connect it to other areas of learning
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Makes connections with some effectiveness. Can make some basic connections to other subject areas, real-world issues, or personal experiences, but may not fully articulate or explore those connections
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Makes connections with considerable effectiveness. Can clearly articulate connections between digital storytelling and other areas of learning, drawing meaningful links to real-world issues, personal experiences, and broader media literacy concepts
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Makes connections with a high degree of insight and sophistication. Demonstrates a deep understanding of how digital storytelling intersects with other disciplines, real-world issues, and personal experiences, creating rich and multifaceted connections that enhance the meaning and impact of the digital story
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