What is a Rubric?

 

What is a rubric?

  • A rubric is a marks scoring guide used in the evaluation of a student assignment.
  • The scoring guide is made up of a fixed mark scale plus descriptions of the criteria for each mark.


Example of a rubric:




Why are rubrics used?

  • A rubric describes the quality and understanding that a student demonstrates in his/her assignment regarding the concepts taught in a course.
  • A student may use a rubric before attempting an assignment to understand what is expected.
  • A student may use a rubric during an assignment to make sure he/she is on track.
  • A teacher will use a rubric to mark a student's completed assignment.
  • Both the student and the teacher may use a rubric to discuss how and why the student received a particular mark on an assignment.