PERFORMANCE RUBRIC: There are many educational websites that provide specific examples of rubrics for writing, drama etc. See http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide/assess.html#rubrics You can adapt to fit your objectives. Rather than right or wrong, this kind of assessment shows a continuum of learning, and provides the student with more information on his learning progress or needs. It is helpful to provide the student with your performance assessment process before the final event. And it helps you as a teacher to have your objectives firmly in mind before lesson/lessons will be graded on the basis of a rubric. You will benefit in your teaching by knowing what your class has learned as a result of these lessons.

There are six objectives listed for the culminating event and related lessons. Several of these can be combined or one can be more specific in outcome if you select lessons with a different emphasis.

MAKE A CHART SHOWING OBJECTIVES AND LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE

And judge students by the following criteria:

4 = ADVANCED OR EXCELLENT

3= PROFICIENT OR GOOD

2= NEEDS IMPROVEMENT OR ADEQUATE

1= INADEQUATE OR FAILING

Using objective No. 1 as an example:

#4 criteria: Highest. This shows comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the content and context of the Civil War time period for both national and local events

#3: Demonstrates substantial understanding but lacks in-depth

#2: Provides partial understanding but is incomplete

#1: Shows misunderstanding in statements of fact or lack of perception

• Students will demonstrate their understanding of the role of the Town in the context of the Civil War period through presenting a role-playing Reunion event.
• Students will use oral, written and visual representation in preparation and presentation for this event.
• Students will make connections between Civil War events and ideas and post-war effects on the town through the development of a Town Character.
• Students will be able to interpret Civil War activities and post-war effects through using research and technology skills in preparation of a Town Character.
• Students will improve teamwork skills in working on a Town Character.
• Students will make community contacts and be able to identify primary and secondary resources available within the community.