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Question
Hypothesis
Variables
Materials
Procedure
Data
Conclusion
4
The question is clearly and
accurately stated
(spelling, punctuation,
grammar)
The hypothesis responds
to the question using the
Ifthenbecause.
framework
Includes all variables
(independent, dependent,
control), variables are
correctly identified, 2 or
more control variables
listed.
All materials listed and
spelled correctly
All steps in procedure are
listed in correct order and
numbered. It is detailed
enough so the lab could
be repeated by another
person with no questions
or confusion.
Data is complete, clear,
includes units (if
applicable) and presented
in an organized manner
using a table, chart,
and/or graph. Data
includes multiple points
(quantitative, diagrams,
detailed observations)
3 paragraphs including
data summary, reference
to original hypothesis and
explanation, error analysis
3
The question is stated but
with errors
2
The question is unclear or
unrelated to lab
1
No question given
The hypothesis is
unrelated, not within
framework, or no
hypothesis is included.
Data is incomplete,
unclear, or not presented
in an organized fashion
Data is missing or
inaccurate
2 paragraphs including
data summary, reference
to original hypothesis and
explanation, error analysis
1 paragraph or less,
missing many components
outlined in Lab Report,
errors make it hard to read
3 paragraphs including
data summary, reference
to original hypothesis and
explanation, error analysis
of mistakes or missteps
and improvements to
rectify in future labs,
reference to future
experiments on topic
including relevance.
Correct grammar, spelling,
punctuation and complex
sentence structure
of mistakes or missteps
and improvements to
rectify in future labs,
reference to future
experiments on topic
including relevance. Errors
in writing conventions.
of mistakes or missteps
and improvements to
rectify in future labs, or
reference to future
experiments on topic
including relevance. Many
errors in writing
conventions.
or understand.