Rubric for assessment of the Brain Museum
10 marks
Knowledge and understanding
Research
Presentation (Visual)
Presentation (Oral)
Written expression
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8 marks
Has addressed the topic with a
sound understanding of the part of
the brain’s function and dysfunction.
Three studies show breadth of
understanding. Aim and conclusions
are clearly stated.
The presentation makes excellent
use of images and text. Images
support but do not distract from the
content.
The presentation is not simply a
read-aloud of the presentation. The
speakers are engaging and speak
clearly. Speakers are able to answer
questions about the presentation.
The text is clearly written and
concise. The text flows and uses
appropriate psychological
information.
6 marks
Shows some good understanding but
there is some lack of clarity with
regard to either the function or
dysfunction of the part of the brain.
Three studies that show a narrow
understanding of the role of the brain.
Aim and conclusions are clearly
stated.
Good choice of visuals, but they are
not always clear in the context of the
content.
The presentation is not simply a read-
aloud of the presentation. The
speakers may not always be clear or
may speak too fast. Some of
questions answered satisfactorily.
The text is clearly written, but may be
a bit too much for a presentation.
The text flows, but may have difficulty
with language use.
4 marks
Dysfunction or function is not
included. There is incorrect
information or the presentation is
overly simplified.
The research is correct, but not well
understood or presented.
Too much text - or visuals are not
clearly related to the text.
The presentation is simply read-
aloud. Some of the presentation may
be difficult to follow or is unclear. The
speakers may not be able to answer
questions regarding their
presentation.
The text is not always clear, but
overall the main message is
conveyed. Psychological language is
not used appropriately.
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There is little understanding of the
role of this part of the brain in human
behaviour. The content is only
superficial.
Limited research - or research is not
appropriate - or explanation of the
research does not communicate
effectively.
The presentation is difficult to
understand because of the layout.
Images are disconnected from the
text.
There are members of the team that
do not speak. Presentation is
disjointed and difficult to follow. The
speakers are not able to answer
questions with regard to the
presentation.
The text has clearly not been
proofread. The text may not be
enough for the reader to understand
the information simply by reading
through the presentation.