Tyson,
Right on! You are right in that they help both the instructor and the students. Nice job.
Thanks for your input.
Alice,
Rubrics assist the instructor and students. It's great to see that you are using them to the max. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for your input.
Michael,
So true. I like the use of your wording "the blame game." When the expectations are clear and the rubric criteria support those expectations, it becomes more of a responsibility instead of a blame.
Jenifer,
Yes, it continues to come back to communication. Communicate the expectations and how to achieve the learning outcomes. Thanks for your input.
Rashunda,
AND - it benefits the students as well. We want to help them improve and build upon what they have already learned. Nice job.
Juliet,
Ah - when we learn more about something we can make them so much better. The better the rubric, the better the experience for all. Thanks!
I rubric is a guideline for expectations. It allows the student to understand expectations for them and allows the instructor to have a clear grading scale. It is also part of clear communication for what is expected for a class/assignment.
A rubric allows the student to see at a glance what they will be graded on. I think they are an important tool that allows the student to stay on track with the assignment, whatever it may be.
They give the instructor something in writing to prove what they are grading on and a justification of points the instructor may take. Those who argue that they don;t contain everything, aren't using as complete a rubric as they could.
I got the point that when I was checking my kids homework, I wanted to see their rubrics to make sure all was included. I have gotten very used to employing them.
As grading is a very high priority to students having a clear understanding of the learning objectives, expectations, process of meeting those expectation and results for doing so this artifact is critical. The instrument also takes the blame out of the game.
to assess learning
provide students with a framework which communicates the requirements
provide useful feedback
evaluate student participation consistently, but also to communicate expectations clearly to students
The rubic is used as a guideline for assessing learning. The rubic should have a set of criteria that relate to the outcomes and objectives of the course.
Wow! I have used rubrics in the past, but now I understand so much more about all they can do to communicate with students. Mine will never be the same...
Deana,
Right on! We all need guidelines and rubrics are just the thing to help students and instructors. Thanks!
Ted,
Yes, the key is that it helps all involved - students and the instructors. Just make sure to develop good criteria. Thank you for sharing.
The rubric is used to demonstrate to the students the requirement for an assignment. It is also helpful for instructors to provide consistent and detailed grading of student work.
I view rubrics as guidelines for instructors and students to follow. Without a guideline, students would respond or complete assignments as they see fit. Rubrics function like stop signs. Without stop signs, people would create their own rules and etiquette to those rules. The same holds true of rubrics - the serve as those 'stop signs' so people have rules/guides to follow.
Alana,
And, rubrics help instructors as well. They help us be more consistent in our grading and think about the criteria we have set for the assignment/project. Thanks!
Hi Dr. Crews
I believe the role of a rubric is to explain the grading for the assignment. Students should know ahead of time what is required for certain grades for their work.
Thanks
Alana
Kristin,
Yes - right on target. The rubric helps everyone involved and helps guide students and the instructor. The consistency is elevated and students understand expectations better. Thanks!
The rubric has a number of roles within any course, online or not, synchronous or not, college or undergrad.
Rubrics tell the students specifically what is expected for an assignment. Students know the qualities, points, and components of a discussion post, research paper, or project. The assignment is broken down into component parts for the student. The rubric can be used as a guide before, during, and after completion of the assignment.
Rubrics also provide for more objective assessment. If a category is fulfilled, the points are awarded. There is no subjectivity there. This allows for more efficient and consistent grading from student to student.
Lastly, rubrics provide clear feedback as to which areas were strong and which were lacking on a particular environment. The completed rubric, with points and grades, is itself extensive, personalized feedback.
