Scoring Rubric

Putting on a Science Magic Show

Overview: Students learn to do these "magic" tricks based on scientific principles. They use these tricks to put on a magic show.

Assessed Items	Points	What to Look For
Perform science tricks	3	Select appropriate materials; practice and perform 2 or more science tricks and explain scientific principles that make them work.
	2	Select appropriate materials; practice and perform at least on etrick and explain scientific principles that make it work.
	1	Performs one trick; has no apparent grasp of scientific principles.
Assist in presentation of Science Magic Show	3	Works enthusiastically with group members to assign various tasks; carries out assigned task in a timesly fashion and supports other group members in their roles.
	2	Works with group members to assign various tasks; carries out assigned task in a timely fashion.
	1	Shows little enthusiasm for contributing to the group's role in presenting the show.