Marking Period Class Participation Rubric

Evaluate how you did this marking period.
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  1. Leadership
    Impressive - You independently and actively lead others during group activities. You effectively act to maintain a productive learning environment.
    Expected - You help others when asked by the instructor. Generally, you are a role model for other students.
    Adequate - You are mostly on task, but not always prepared for class. Overall, you're more of a follower than a leader.
    Minimal - You disrupt others from being on task. The class would learn more without you present. You are frequently tardy to class.


  1. Leadership
    A B C D F


  1. Class Discussion
    Impressive - Poignant comments and/or intelligent questions show a clear understanding of the topic, preparation outside of class and a desire to gain knowledge.
    Expected - Comments and questions are made at appropriate times and show a working knowledge of the subject as well as evidence of preparation.
    Adequate - Comments add little to the class discussion, but show some evidence of understanding the topic. From time to time you ask an intelligent question.
    Minimal - No participation in class discussion. You crack jokes or ask inappropriate questions that detract from the overall discussion.


  1. Class Discussion
    A B C D F


  1. Listening and Notetaking
    Impressive - Notebook is reflective of not just what appears on the overhead or board, but also the class discussion and other conversations. Not only are you attentive at all times, but listening is evident through responsive note-taking and classroom discussion
    Expected - Notebook contains any new information from the board, and a few other items from class discussion. You are attentive and respectful when someone is addressing the class, whether it is a teacher or other student.
    Adequate - You write down information only when prompted or when something is on the overhead or board. Questions or comments show prior lack of attention to other students or teacher.
    Minimal - Notes? I never study anyways, so why bother? I didn't bring my notebook anyway... Sleeping; non-academic material or work for other classes is on table; chatting with other students.


  1. Listening/Notetaking
    A B C D F


  1. Appearance/Behavior
    Impressive - You arrive every day in dress code. You comport yourself in a professional way befitting an academic setting and take responsibility for your own behavior - i.e. you do not push, take things without asking, put your feet up on chairs, chew gum, eat and drink, or leave your desk area a mess.
    Expected - You are usually in dress code, but may sometimes require reminders to take off hoodies or tuck in that shirt. Likewise, you respectfully observe all rules when reminded regarding food or gum. You are generally clean and respectful of your surroundings.
    Adequate - You often need to be reminded to stay in dress code or put away that drink or spit out that gum. Sometimes you are disrespectful when asked to do so. You are constantly putting your feet up on empty chairs the second the teacher turns the other way. You frequently leave papers and pencils all over the place and forget to push in your chair.
    Minimal - Dress code issues daily. Behavior is not appropriate for an academic setting. Food and gum abound, as is trash.


  1. Appearance/Behavior
    A B C D F