Score Maximum points

Appearance/Organization 5
Lab report uses headings and
subheadings to visually organize
material

Introduction 20
The primary topic/goal of the study
is explained in clear, concise terms
Material is translated into
student’s own words
Background information is
pertinent to topic and improves
reader understanding of the
investigation and report
Materials and Methods 10
Complete and detailed list of
materials in 2 vertical columns
Methods are listed in clear steps
that are easy to follow and
reproducible by another person
Observation Sheet 10
Observations are clear and
accurate
Results 20
Organized and clear representation
of data using tables, graphs,
pictures with correct titles
Correct units are used when
necessary
Explain your actual findings
Discussion 20
Describes what was learned from
the experiment
Explains sources of error
Discusses variables,
trends/patterns found in results
Explanation of how information
applies to the real world
Spelling, grammar, punctuation 10
There are 1 or fewer errors in
punctuation and grammar in the
report
Written in third person, past tense,
passive voice form
Literature Cited 5
All references are cited in APA
format and cited correctly
Each source was cited in report
100 pts
Name. Date.

Student No. Subject

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Experiment No.

Title of Experiment

1. Introduction
2. Materials and Methods
3. Results
4. Discussion
5. Literature Cited