Math

Revised NCTM-Based Math Rubric

This rubric, developed in the summer of 2001, reflects the revised NCTM Standards.

"Classic" Math Rubric

This rubric was used from 1993 to 2001 to assess student performance. It is based on the original NCTM standards. Many schools and districts continue to use this rubric to assess student performance.

Pre K-K Rubric

Exemplars Pre K-K Rubric was developed in 2006 to assess student performance. It is based specifically on the NCTM prekindergarten and kindergarten standards.

Functions + Algebra Concepts Rubric

This rubric focuses on content.

Science

Science Rubric

The Exemplars Science Rubric is based on the following science standards: National Research Council and the American Association for the Advancement of Science and New Standards. It includes four criteria: use of scientific tools, science reasoning and strategies, science concepts and, use of data and communication.

K-2 Science Continuum

This continuum was developed by an Exemplars workshop leader and task writer, Tracy Lavallee. It provides a framework for assessing the scientific thinking of young students.

Developing Writers

Reading, Writing and Research (RWR) Rubric

This rubric was designed for grades 5-8 using the best state, national and international standards. It is comprised of three distinct sections: reading, communication and research. These can be used separately or in combination to assess student work.

Responding to Text Rubric

This rubric is designed to be used with students in grades K-4 and focuses on analytic writing about texts. The Rhetorical Effectiveness Criteria include: purpose, organization, voice and tone as well as detail/elaboration. There are three levels of performance. The use of Conventions is also assessed.

Narrative Rubric

This rubric was designed to be used with students in grades K-4 and incorporates the qualities of writing a narrative. The Rhetorical Effectiveness Criteria include: purpose, organization, voice and tone as well as detail/elaboration. There are three levels of performance. The use of Conventions is also assessed.

"Students are amazed at how they can lift their levels of achievement by following the rubric and knowing what is necessary for all levels."

A Title I Teacher