AP Lab Rubric for Grading
Student Name: ______
Lab: ______
Title of Lab (1 point): _____
Title is accurate and descriptive
Purpose (1 point): _____
Meaningful purpose is stated in lab
Materials (1 point): _____
Materials used in lab are listed
Hypothesis (1 point): _____
Stated in an “if, then” statement and pertains to the objective of the lab
Procedure (1 point): _____
Procedure is summarized in a logical format. If there are two parts to the lab, both procedures are described.
Data Table(s) (2 points): _____
Table(s) shows appropriate information such as daily logs, quantitative, and qualitative data. Includes averages and statistics when appropriate.
Data Graph(s) (2 points): _____
A Graphical representation of the data is given: line graph, bar graph, pie chart, etc. A graph title is provided, axes are labels, and lines/bar are identified.
Conclusion (3 points): _____
3 paragraph prompt is followed from syllabus
or
CER has specific claim backed up with evidence from experiment and is justified (follow CER graphic).
Total Points (12 points) _____
Corrected by: ______
Notes for the Lab Creator: ______
AP Lab Rubric for Grading
Student Name: ______
Lab: ______
Title of Lab (1 point): _____
Title is accurate and descriptive
Purpose (1 point): _____
Meaningful purpose is stated in lab
Materials (1 point): _____
Materials used in lab are listed
Hypothesis (1 point): _____
Stated in an “if, then” statement and pertains to the objective of the lab
Procedure (1 point): _____
Procedure is summarized in a logical format. If there are two parts to the lab, both procedures are described.
Data Table(s) (2 points): _____
Table(s) shows appropriate information such as daily logs, quantitative, and qualitative data. Includes averages and statistics when appropriate.
Data Graph(s) (2 points): _____
A Graphical representation of the data is given: line graph, bar graph, pie chart, etc. A graph title is provided, axes are labels, and lines/bar are identified.
Conclusion (3 points): _____
3 paragraph prompt is followed from syllabus
or
CER has specific claim backed up with evidence from experiment and is justified (follow CER graphic).
Total Points (12 points) _____
Corrected by: ______
Notes for the Lab Creator: ______
Conclusion Prompt
1st Paragraph: 3-5 sentences
a. What was investigated -- What was the purpose of the lab (remind the reader what it was you were trying to find out).
b. Was the hypothesis supported by data? – Compare your actual results to the expected results. (This is only a brief comparison—save details for paragraph 2)
c. Accept or reject your hypothesis and EXPLAIN why you accepted or rejected your hypothesis. – reiterate and show how your data supports or does not support your original hypothesis.
2nd Paragraph: 5-7 sentences
a. CLAIM: What were your major findings? Look at your data/observations and interpret your results. Use actual data to help support claims or statements you make.
There may be multiple findings – write about and provide support/evidence for each finding.
b. EVIDENCE: Always refer to any graphs you have produced to show the relationships in your data. Explain the relationship shown in your graph (i.e.: what trends or patterns do you see)
c. REASONING: In this section you should convey the connection between your data and your findings. – Remember interpreting your data in conclusions is making connections that may not be obvious on the surface.
3rd Paragraph: Reflection, 3-5 sentences
a. Reflect on what concepts were learned/reinforced during the lab. – What did you learn by doing the lab? (Use transition words/phrases here to help "wrap up" your thoughts -- i.e.: Furthermore, in conclusion, for example, as a result, in the final analysis, for this reason).
b. Real-life application and/or extensions: Apply what you have learned to a new situation or how you would apply this knowledge to a real world situation. Any extensions for this lab?