Name: ____________________________

Hour

Project: ______________________________________________

STEM Project Rubric

Component

Exceeded
Requirements

Experimental
Design

Literature
Review

Materials and
Methods

Data

Graphs/
Data Analysis

Conclusion

Met Requirements
C
Question clearly stated.
Hypothesis clearly stated.
Variables correctly identified.
Controlled variables are sufficient to
make experiment a fair test.
Provides a clear understanding of most
of the background information needed
to understand the experiment.
Discusses at least one related
experiment conducted by others in a
clear an understandable manner.
Includes a bibliography in the correct
format.
Material list includes an accurate listing
of items used in the experiment.
Procedure is listed as numbered steps,
is clear, and provides sufficient detail
to reconstruct the experiment with
minimal assistance.
Sufficient data collected (# of samples
and # of trials) to answer the
experimental question.
Data is presented in a clear format with
appropriate labels.
Graphs are made on graph paper or
are computer generated.
Graphs are of the correct type for the
data and contain all needed labels.
Graphs include at least an average of
the trials conducted.
Accurately summarizes findings,
including identifying patterns/trends
present in the data.
Uses data to evaluate hypothesis.
Identifies at least one meaningful
source of error in the experiment.
Identifies at least one reasonable
extension.
Identifies at least real world application
of the experiment.

Continued on back of sheet.

Did not meet

requirements

Creativity
and problem
solving

Layout and
organization
Project
Appearance

Responsible
with Project
Schedule

Experimental design shows

creativity.
Evidence present that experimental
revisions were made based on new
knowledge or problems
encountered.
Project materials are arranged in a
logical sequence.
Materials are easily viewed and do
not overlap.
Display materials are neat and
attractive.
Display includes visual elements
(such as diagrams or photographs)
that enhance viewer understanding.
Turned in project parts on time.
Was responsible for getting final
project in on time.

Grade:

Comments:

Grading: The Total Project is worth 200 points.

Each Category listed above in the rubric is worth 20 points.