Participation Rubric

Your final grade for this course will be based on your participation in class according to the rubric outlined below, and the quality of the class assignments and Notebook you produce during the semester.

1 2 3 4Behavior Rarely on task

Displays improper/Inappropriate behavior

Ignores rules and boundaries

Sometimes on task Displays some age

appropriate behavior Inconsistent

observance of boundaries and rules

Consistently on task

Displays age appropriate behavior

Respects boundaries and rules

Always on task Often goes beyond

expectations Displays mature behavior Exemplary adherence to

rules

Preparedness

Does not bring materials to class

Is not ready or willing to participate in classroom activities

Does not complete assignments on a timely basis

Consistently late getting to class

Sometimes brings required materials to class

Inconsistently completes assignments on a timely basis

Frequently late getting to class

Consistently brings required materials to class

Consistently engages in daily classroom activities

Completes assignments on a timely basis

Rarely late

Always prepared with required materials

Always engages in daily classroom activities

Exemplary effort displayed in completing assignments

Always on time for class

Classroom Interaction

Rarely participates in classroom activities

Unwilling to volunteer to answer questions, read aloud, etc

Disrespectful/discourteous to classmates and or teacher

Inconsistent participation in classroom activities

Willing to answer questions and read aloud if called upon

Does not always demonstrate respect for others

Active participant in class activities

Consistently volunteers to answer questions, read aloud, etc.

Demonstrates respect for others

Consistent leader of classroom activities who initiates without monopolizing floor

Exhibits total respect for others

Attitude Unwilling to display a positive attitude

Resistant to feedback Unwilling to work with

others Negative attitude

towards classmates

Displays inconsistent attitude

Finds it difficult to work with others

Displays positive attitude

Open to positive feedback

Willing to work with others

Respects others’

Displays consistent positive attitude

Graciously accept feedback & use constructively

Peer leader Respectful and mindful of

others

You are responsible for being aware of and following the contract stipulations. I will help you remain aware by notifying you, at the end of each unit or roughly every five weeks, of minor or major breaches of contract.

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By signing below, I indicate that I have read and understood the course policies and contract requirements. I agree to abide by these policies and requirements.

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: __________________________________

Parent’s Signature: ___________________________________ Date: __________________________________