Math - Problem Solving : Solving Equations Algebraically

Teacher Name: Mr. Gearhart

Student Name: CATEGORY Mathematical Concepts

________________________________________ Exemplary 4 Explanation shows complete understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s). Uses complex and refined mathematical reasoning. Qualified 3 Explanation shows substantial understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s). Uses effective mathematical reasoning Developing 2 Explanation shows some understanding of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem(s). Some evidence of mathematical reasoning. Beginning 1 Explanation shows very limited understanding of the underlying concepts needed to solve the problem(s) OR is not written. Little evidence of mathematical reasoning.

Mathematical Reasoning

Mathematical Errors

90-100% of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors.

Almost all (85-89%) of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors. Typically, uses an effective strategy to solve the problem(s).

Most (75-84%) of the steps and solutions have no mathematical errors.

More than 75% of the steps and solutions have mathematical errors.

Strategy/Procedures Typically, uses an efficient and effective strategy to solve the problem(s). Working with Others Student was an engaged partner, listening to suggestions of others and working cooperatively throughout lesson. Explanation is detailed and clear.

Sometimes uses an Rarely uses an effective strategy to effective strategy to solve problems, but solve problems. does not do it consistently. Student cooperated Student did not with others, but work effectively with needed prompting others. to stay on-task.

Student was an engaged partner but had trouble listening to others and/or working cooperatively. Explanation is clear.

Explanation

Explanation is a little difficult to understand, but includes critical components.

Explanation is difficult to understand and is missing several components OR was not included.

Neatness and Organization

The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read.

Mathematical Terminology and Notation

The work is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to read. Correct terminology Correct terminology and notation are and notation are always used, usually used, making it easy to making it fairly easy understand what to understand what was done. was done.

The work is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to read at times.

The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together. Correct terminology There is little use, and notation are or a lot of used, but it is inappropriate use, sometimes not easy of terminology and to understand what notation. was done.

Diagrams and Sketches

Diagrams and/or sketches are clear and greatly add to the reader\\\'s understanding of the procedure(s).

Diagrams and/or sketches are clear and easy to understand.

Diagrams and/or sketches are somewhat difficult to understand.

Diagrams and/or sketches are difficult to understand or are not used.

Date Created: Feb 19, 2014 04:13 pm (CST)