Scoring Rubric

Collecting and Presenting Weather Data

Overview: Students use devices in their own weather station to gather and record weather-related data. They also prepare and present weather forecasts.

Assessed Items	Points	What to Look For
Make a classroom weather station (thermometer, barometer, wind vane, cup anemometer, and rain gauge)	3	All instructions function properly; students can explain how each instrument works.
	2	Most instruments function properly; students can explain how most instruments work.
	1	Most instruments do not function properly; students are unable to explain how each instrument works.
Record weather data	3	All weather data measurements are accurate and are recorded correctly; measurements are taken as scheduled.
	2	Most weather data measurements are accurate and are recorded; measurements are taken on most days
	1	Most weather data measurements are inaccurate or incomplete; measurements are taken infrequently
Interpret weather data and make weather predictions	3	Predictions are clear and are based on weather data and on an understanding of weather patterns.
	2	Predictions are not clearly expressed and are based on some weather data.
	1	Predictions are not clearly expreseed and/or are not based on weather data.
Oral Presentations	3	Presentations are well prepared.
	2	Response are adequate.
	1	Response show lack of preparation