Math - Problem Solving : Multiplication and Division word problems

CATEGORY Problem Solving Beginning-1

No strategy is chosen, or a strategy is chosen that will not lead to a solution. Little or no evidence of engagement in the task is present.

Developing-2
A partially correct strategy is chosen, or a correct strategy for only solving part of the task is chosen. Evidence of drawing on some relevant previous knowledge is present, showing some relevant engagement in the task.

Accomplished-3
A correct strategy is chosen based on the mathematical situation in the task. Planning or monitoring of strategy is evident. Evidence of solidifying prior knowledge and applying it to the problem-solving situation is present.

Exemplary-4
An efficient strategy is chosen and progress toward a solution is evaluated. Adjustments in strategy, if necessary, are made along the way, and/or alternative strategies are considered. Evidence of analyzing the situation in mathematical terms, and extending prior knowledge is present. Knows a higher level of knowledge on multiplication and shows all of their work.

Multiplication

Shows little to no Shows basic knowledge of knowledge on how to solve multiplication and no work a multiplication problem. is shown.

Can solve the Majority of the multiplication problems and shows most of their work.

Division

Shows little to no Shows basic knowledge of knowledge on how to solve division and no work is a division problem. shown.

Can solve the Majority of the division problems and shows most of their work.

Knows a higher level of knowledge on division and shows all of their work.

Neatness and Orginization

The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together.

The work is presented in an The work is presented in a organized fashion but may neat and organized fashion be hard to read at times. that is usually easy to read.

The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read.

Completion

Several of the tasks are not All but two of the tasks are completed. completed.

All but one of the task is completed.

All work is completed.