Criterion A: Inquiring and Analysing
Level 3 My Career Investigations Design Project
What is my project about? Go to the project's webpage (Links to an external
site.) to read and analyze the important details and resources. Then return here. Use the
project's webpage when you need certain information and/or specific resources to answer a
question or complete a task.
Rubrics for Criterion A: Inquiring and Analyzing
*Read and analyze this rubrics chart from the bottom up (starting with Rubric score of 7/8).*
MYP Score/
Percent
IB MYP Design Level Descriptor
0/0-59 The student does not reach a standard
Non- described by any of the descriptors
Scoreable below.
The student:
1/60-64
i. states the need for a solution to a
Limited
problem.
Success
ii. states some of the main findings of
2/65-69
relevant research.
The student:
i. outlines the need for a solution to a
problem.
ii. states the research needed
3/70-74 to develop a solution, with some
Developin guidance.
iii. outlines one existingproduct that
g
4/75-79 inspires a solution to the problem.
iv. develops a basic design brief,
which outlines some ofrelevant
research.
The student:
i. explains the need for a solution to a
Exploring Career Decisions Description
None of the descriptors below are attempted ornot
enough evidence is observable.
Some of the requirements for essay, paragraphs,
charts/lists/checklists, research, and cited sourcesare
met.
Most of the requirements for essay, pa a text entry
box
paragraphs, charts/lists/checklists, research, and cited
sourcesare met.
All minimum requirements are met:
Each essay and paragraph explains details that are
problem.
required, according to the specifics asked in each
question.
5/80-84 ii. constructs a research plan,
Proficient which states and prioritizesthe primary Each chart, list, or checklist follows
minimumspecifications and instructions regarding the
6/85-89 and secondary research needed
to develop a solution to the
content and information for it.
problem, with some guidance.
Meets minimum research requirements for the project
iii. describes a group of similar
and the research is listed, described, anddiscussed.
products that inspire a solution to the Three sources are correctly cited and listed in
problem.
alphabetical order in MLA format, and each source
iv. develops a design brief,
is discussed and explained.
which outlines the findings of relevant
research.
Goes above and beyond meeting all minimum
requirements:
Each essay and paragraph
The student:
is creatively andthoroughly explains, discusses, anal
i. explains and justifies the need for a yzes,evaluates, and reflects with details that are
solution to a problem.
required, according to the specifics asked in each
ii. constructs a research plan,
question.
which states and prioritizesthe primary Each chart, checklist, or list is creative, more than
and secondary research needed
follows minimum specifications and thoroughly
7/90-94
to develop a solution to the
follows instructions. regarding the content and
Superior
problem,independently.
information required for it.
8/95-100
iii. analysis of a group of similar
More than the minimum research required for the
products that inspire a solution to the project (i.e., data, graphics, and optional sound)
problem.
isthoroughly
iv. develops a design brief,
listed, described, discussed,analyzed, and evaluated
which presents the analysisof relevant with specifics.
research.
More than three sources are correctly cited and
listed in alphabetical order in MLA format, and each
source is thoroughly discussed, explained,analyzed,
and evaluated
You are required to save your work in an organized way on Google Drive.
1. Create a new folder on Google Drive and name it My Career Investigations Project.
2. Open your Career Investigations Project folder.
3. Inside of your Career Investigations Project folder, create two or three new folders:
a. Name one folder Evidence of Work to save your criterion evidence of work documents with
process journals, charts/tables/outlines, etc.
b. Name another folder Images to save your pictures.
c. If you plan to use sound or music, name a third folder Sound.
4. Inside your Evidence of Work folder, create a new Google doc and name it Criterion A.
a. Choose font type Arial or Times New Roman and font type 12.
b. At the top of the page, type your name (include your last name, please) block, and the
words Date Handed In. When you submit your assignment here at Canvas, you will be
expected to accurately key the current date of submission.
c. Beginning with the title, Criterion A: Inquiring and Analysing below ("Analysing" is the
IB/British English spelling), select and highlight all of the information to the bottom and copy it.
Make sure that you have highlighted and copied all of it.
d. Then Paste it onto your Criterion A document at Google Drive. Use this original form. Do
not delete directions, questions, instructions for tasks, etc. Do not rearrange any data or
information. Only titles and headings should be centered aligned. Everything else
(directions, questions, answers, etc.) is to be left aligned.
e. Fix any formatting issues (spacing, recreating table or charts, etc).
- Select/highlight the entire document: Click Edit --> Select All.
- Select Single Space from the Line Spacing Icon.
- Select font size 12.
- Select either Arial or Times New Roman.
- Fix text alignment and spacing issues
f. Otherwise, in general, please keep the formatting as it is.
g. Do not add extra bold, italicize or underline regular text or data. You may notice this has
already been done either for emphasis or to assist you with finding a section.Titles and headings
should be in bold,.
h. Please keep the titles, headings, directions, questions, etc., in their original color (mostly
black).
i. You may use any readable dark color if you would like your answers and data in
charts/tables/outlines to stand out.
j. When you finish and are ready to submit your entire Criterion A work, please delete the
four paragraphs below your Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form. You are reminded this
towards the end of this document.
5. Now begin your work for Criterion A. Pay attention in class for explanations and pacing
guide with dates to complete this on time.
***When you complete all required work for Criterion A and become ready to submit all of it,
return here for instructions about how to submit your document here at Canvas.
Criterion A: Inquiring and Analysing
Level 3 My Career Investigations Design Project
Criterion A, Objective 1
I can explain and justify the need for a solution to a problem.
Evidence of Work - Classwork and Homework
Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion A, Objective 1 Evidence of Work. Be
very thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow
instructions. This objective may be completed individually and/or cooperatively by using
our Think-Pair-Share blended learning strategy. To clarify, each student is responsible to
complete a document, but may work with a classmate to work on their two documents
together. To be on pace to finish Criterion A work on time, Objective 1 work should be
completed by the date announced in class.
1. In a paragraph of eight or more sentences, in your own words - discuss, explain, and analyze
the teacher’s expectations regarding the assignments, tasks, and works to do in order to
thoroughly and successfully complete your project. Discuss what the project is about and exactly
what all the specifics it involves, including the objectives, tasks, and rubrics for each criterion
(A, B, C, and D).
2. What limitations or constraints must I work within? In a paragraph of five or more sentences,
explore, discuss, and analyze both expected and potential unexpected limitations or constraints
that you must work within on your project,. Specifically and thoroughly analyze expected limits
or constraints of time, resources, and other areas (e.g., technology skills, background knowledge,
research skills, present and future distractions, etc.)
3. In a paragraph of five or more sentences, discuss and analyze three or more examples of
authentic connections to the real world and daily life. Other words, how does the problem relate
to the real world?
4. In a paragraph of eight or more sentences, discuss, explain, analyze, evaluate, and reflect
exactly what you will do to successfully complete your project and do your best work. Other
words, what do you need to do in order to make this your best work?
5. How can I make sure that I have included everything the teacher has asked for?
6. Create an organized chart, a list, or a bubble map with ten or more steps or tasks that serves as
an appropriate test or checklist for everything that you expect you will do to successfully
complete the entire project (Criteria A, B, C, and D; process journals, etc.). You may create a
table or a checklist right here. If you use another digital source, it should copy/paste here. If you
hand draw a bubble map, for example, hand it to me in class (with your name/block) when you
submit Criterion A here online.
7. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain why your checklist is an appropriate test of
checklist for your project that will help you to meet both your and the teacher’s expectations.
Criterion A, Objective 1 Process Journal
1. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain why is it important that you know and
then communicate in, both your expectations and the teacher’s expectations for your project?
How are they alike and different?
2. In two or more sentences, discuss how recognizing potential limitations or constraints
will help you to successfully complete your project?
3. In two or more sentences, explain how is it relevant that you be able to understand and apply,
and then communicate examples of authentic, real-world applications about careers?
4. In two or more sentences, explain why is it important that you know and then communicate
exactly what you will need to do to make your project your best work?
5. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain why is it important that you be able
to understand and then communicate with both your chart, list, or bubble map and
your paragraph about how you will make sure that you have included everything that your
project requires (or what the teacher is asking for)?
Criterion A, Objective 2
I can construct a research plan, which states and prioritizes the primary and
secondary research needed to develop a solution to the problem.
Evidence of Work - Classwork and Homework
Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion A, Objective 2 Evidence of Work. Be very
thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow
instructions. Use our class STEM webpage for information and resources to help you select your
career and Occupational Outlook Handbook for most information about your occupation or
career. Several more resources are at our class website for your convenience. Please complete
this objective individually; ask teacher questions, for help, etc. To be on pace to finish Criterion
A work on time, Objective 2 work should be completed by the date announced in class. For a
homework grade, show the teacher your research on your document, by the date
announced in class.
* Primary research is where we collect information first hand from a source by using interviews
or questionnaires.
* Secondary research is where we collect information from books, the Internet, magazines, etc.
1. Read the article in this link: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/6-online-researchskills-your-students-need (Links to an external site.). Then in a paragraph of five or more
sentences, discuss, analyze, and evaluate both your strengths (the research skills that you already
know and do) and your opportunities for improvement (the research skills that you need to
know).
2. What research do I need to conduct? Don’t copy/paste or plagiarize. You may use a free
online plagiarism checker via Google, such as http://www.plagtracker.com/ (Links to an external
site.). As you conduct, collect, and paraphrase (rewrite in your own words) your research data
below, also correctly cite your sources used in MLA format/ABC order below (find *For your
Bibliography or Works Cited.....). Do not post your images (clipart and pictures) here. Instead,
save your images in your images folder. However, pleasegive a brief description for your
images with your research data below. Same thing with optional audio/video files – save them in
a folder and describe them with your research.
*Complete all of the following information for your research for each of these
items. Notice that for some items of information, you may answer from your own thinking
because they do not require research. Begin with resources at our class’ project webpage, our
STEM webpage at our class website, and the OOH (Occupational Outlook Handbook at the
bls.gov website.
1. My interests and values:
2. My IB Learner Profile traits and Approaches to Learning:
3. My career/occupational title:
4. Why am I interested in this career?
5. Education and Training Needed (How to Become One):
6. Job Description (What They Do) and Job Safety:
7. Job Skills and Talents Needed for This Job:
8. Previous Job Experience (if any is required):
9. Earnings (Pay) – Data for my spreadsheet (or other way I want to present this – such as a
table or chart) that may be imported or included with my presentation. Click the Pay tab
for my occupation at the Occupational Outlook Handbook website. Carefully read and
analyze the text on the left side and the bar chart on the right side of the webpage.
1. For my occupation –
1. Annual Entry Level (Lowest) Earnings:
2. Annual Median Pay:
3. Annual Highest Pay:
2. For similar occupations –Annual Median Pay:
3. For all occupations – Annual Median Pay:
10. Job Benefits – Are any of the following offered or available? Note: At some occupations, job
benefits are not offered immediately at the job entry level but may be available after a time
period (30 days or 6 months, etc.) or for upper level positions only (for example: manager). As
you research job benefits, you many find specific examples from specific corporations. You may
choose one company or business/one example for your answers for job benefits.
1. Life Insurance:
2. Health Insurance:
3. Sick Leave:
4. Vacation Time:
5. Retirement Plan:
11. Exactly what are my occupation’s STEM connections or application? Specifically, what
knowledge and skills from science, technology, engineering, and math are utilized in my chosen
career? Please note that most careers emphasize on or two areas (for example, technology and
engineering), while the other two (for example, science and math) are still used but they are not
the primary skills or knowledge needed for a particular occupation.
12. Job Outlook – How does the future look for my occupation?
13. Is this occupation available in foreign countries outside of the United States? Explain where
my career (and/or similar occupations) is offered in foreign countries around the world.
14. Similar Occupations – What are related occupations and their transferable skills?
15. What are my likes and dislikes about this career? List two or more for each.
1. Likes:
2. Dislikes:
16. What else do I want to include in my presentation about me or about my career?
3. What resources am I using? All sources (minimum of three) are to be cited in MLA format
and in alphabetical order. Create a citation for each specific website (or other source) that you
used to collect information and graphics (and optional audio/video files) for your research. Use
Citation Machine - MLA Citations athttp://www.citationmachine.net/mla (Links to an external
site.). For websites, use http://www.citationmachine.net/mla/cite-a-website (Links to an external
site.). The following are examples of Works Cited in MLA format. Notice that the first citation
begins with a symbol and therefore, is listed first in alphabetical order. Single spacing between
citations is acceptable in this class for multimedia presentations. For word processing documents
with reports and term papers, double spacing is the correct format.
Works Cited
"#veterinarians Hastag." Twitter. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
"A Day in the Life - Veterinarian." YouTube. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
"Animal Hospital of Statesville." Facebook. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
"Featured Opening." VetNetAmerica. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
"Veterinarian Quotes and Things." Pinterest. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
"Veterinarians." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
"VetHow.com." Veterinarian Salary & Benefits Information. Web. 10 Nov. 2015.
* For your Bibliography or Works Cited, list your sources here in MLA format (in
alphabetical order) here:
Criterion A, Objective 2 Process Journal
1. In two or more sentences, in your own words, explain the difference between primary
research and secondary research.
2. In two or more sentences, discuss why is it important that you be aware and knowledgeable
of your own research skills.
3. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, in your own words, explain what plagiarism is
and why it is important that you follow the copyright law and fair use guidelines. If you don’t
know any of these terms, you may look them up but rewrite them in your own words and
give citation right below the bottom of this paragraph.
4. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain why it is important that you
thoroughly research and type data that you will need for your presentation.
5. In two or more sentences, explain why is it important to cite sources and create a
bibliography (or works cited).
Criterion A, Objective 3
I can analyze a group of similar products that inspire a solution to the problem.
Evidence of Work - Classwork and Homework
1. Compare and contrast a group of similar digital products that may be used to present your
researched data. Select two or more of our Presentation Software Alternatives and list
them in the first column in the three rows below iMovie. Then thoroughly answer all five
questions with specifics for each software. You may use our Presentation Alternatives with
Criterion A, Objective 3, question #1. This objective may be completed individually and/or
cooperatively by using our Think-Pair-Share blended learning strategy. To clarify, each
student is responsible to complete a document, but may work with a classmate to work on
their two documents together. To be on pace to finish Criterion A work on time, Objective 3
work should be completed by the date announced in class.
Name of
software or
product
What are the
What are the
What are the
software or
software’s or
What are the What does the
problems and
product’s
product’s OFI’s
main features
software or
limitations of
strengths? (opportunities of
of this software product allow
the software or What do you improvement)?
or product?
you to do?
product?
like best?
What did you
Why?
like least? Why?
iMovie
Criterion A, Objective 3 Process Journal
1. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, discuss, analyze, and reflect what you learned
from comparing and contrasting a group of similar presentation products or software.
2. Answer each of the following questions for reflection. How did you feel about what you
have done so far for your project? Was it satisfying? Frustrating? Rewarding? What has gone
well? What have you learned so far? What needed to be improved? What other reflections do
you have at this stage of the project?
3. In two or more sentences, discuss what’s next? Explain how the things you did today will
lead you towards your next steps for homework and our next class meeting.
Criterion A, Objective 4
I can develop a design brief, which presents the analysis of relevant research.
Evidence of Work - Classwork and Homework
Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion A, Objective 4 Evidence of Work. Be very
thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow
instructions. Except for the Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form, please complete this
objective individually; ask teacher questions, for help, etc. To be on pace to finish Criterion A
work on time, Objective 4 and the Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation work should be
completed by the date announced in class. Your Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form
will also be a classwork grade.
1. In an essay of 20 lines (Times New Roman or Arial, font size 12, and 1 inch margins) or
longer, discuss, explain, analyze, and evaluate your research for Criterion A, Objective 2. Be
thorough and cite specifics as you write about what information you researched and what
graphics and optional video or audio that you collected. If you do not plan to use sound or
music, please explain.
2. In an essay of 15 or more lines (Times New Roman or Arial, size 12, and 1 inch margins) or
longer, discuss, explain, analyze, and evaluate each and every source that you listed for
Criterion A, Objective 2. You will also compare and contrast your sources. Specifically refer
to websites by name as you explain what types of things you found on one website compared
to what you found on another website. Discuss how they were alike and different. Analyze
and evaluate each source used. How do you know that each source is credible, valid, reliable,
and trustworthy?
Criterion A, Objective 4 Process Journal
1. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain how is it helpful that you
thoroughly analyze and evaluate your researched data that you will need for your
presentation.
2. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain why is it important that you analyze
and evaluate each source, and to also compare and contrast sources used.
3. In a paragraph of five or more sentences, reflect, analyze, and evaluate your use of Criterion
A: Inquiring and analyzing - of the design cycle. Did you thoroughly detail both yours and
teachers expectations? How do you feel about your time, effort, and work of finding,
collecting, and analyzing your research? How did you know that your sources were valid and
reliable? What are your strengths for Criterion A? What did you do best? What are your
OFI’s (opportunities for improvement)? What would you do differently if you had to do it
over? (Guess what? You may make any changes, additions, improvements, corrections, etc.,
right now to improve the quality of your work!)
Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation Form
Your Name:
Peer Evaluator’s Name:
Date of Review/Evaluation:
Directions: Have a peer complete this form to honestly and authentically evaluate your
Criterion A work. Your peer is expected to be very thorough, authentic, and cite specifics as you
cite evidence and complete this form. Reminder: For this activity only, you have permission to
type on a classmate's laptop. Listen in class for further instructions and explanations.
Design Cycle Question Number with
What Is the Evidence?
✓
Descriptor
1. In a paragraph of eight sentences or
longer, the student discusses, explains,
and analyzes details about the
assignments, tasks, and expectations to
be completed in order to successfully
complete the project.
2. In paragraph of five or more
sentences, the student discusses and
analyzes what limitations or constraints
“must I work within.
3. In a paragraph of five or more
sentences, the student clearly discusses
and analyzes three or more examples
that make authentic connections about
the project to the real world and daily
life.
4. In a paragraph of eight or more
sentences, the student thoroughly
explains specifics of “What do I need to
do to make sure I do my best work?” in
order to successfully complete the
project.
5. With a chart, a list, or a bubble map,
and in a paragraph of three or more
sentences, the student shows and
explains “How can I make sure that I
have included everything the teacher
has asked for?”
6. The student thoroughly completes
the Objective 1 Process Journal by
meeting or exceeding minimum
requirements for addressing the topics
and sentence length for each short
discussion question.
7. In a paragraph of five or more
sentences, the student identifies both
the strengths and opportunities for
improvement with her or his research
skills.
8. The student thoroughly
provides All (not some) research
needed to successfully complete the
project is provided. Images or graphics
and optional audio/video files are
described only, not posted. Reminder:
Don’t print pictures.
9. Three or more sources are correctly
cited and listed in alphabetical order in
MLA format.
10. The student thoroughly completes
the Objective 2 Process Journal by
meeting or exceeding minimum
requirements for addressing the topics
and sentence length for each short
discussion question.
11. Each chart, list, or bubble map
meets or exceeds minimum
specifications and instructions
regarding the content and information
for it.
12. The student thoroughly completes
the Objective 3 Process Journal by
meeting or exceeding minimum
requirements for addressing the topics
and sentence length for each short
discussion question.
13. In an essay of twenty more lines,
the student follows the font and
margins requirements and explains,
analyzes, and evaluates researched data
or information, graphics or images, and
– if chosen – optional audio or sound
and video files.
14. In an essay of fifteen or more lines,
the student follows the font and
margins requirements; explains,
analyzes, and evaluates each and every
source used; and compares and
contrasts her or his sources used.
15. The student thoroughly completes
the Objective 4 Process Journal by
meeting or exceeding minimum
requirements for addressing the topics
and sentence length for each short
discussion question.
16. This Criterion A Peer
Review/Evaluation Form was
completed with honesty, authenticity,
and fidelity.
***DO NOT COPY/PASTE THIS AND THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FROM
YOUR GOOGLE DOC TO THE TEXT ENTRY FORM AT THE ASSIGNMENT'S
WEBPAGE AT CANVAS!!!
Please read and follow the following instructions carefully.
Revise and proofread your work. What are your strengths and opportunities for
improvement? Did you go above and beyond meeting minimum expectations and requirements?
Does your work also consider the big picture, global perspectives, international mindedness, etc.
Are your responses thorough and specific?
At Google Drive, use both spell check and your brain to correct errors in spelling,
capitalization, sentence structure (e.g., subject/verb agreement), and other standard English
grammar issues. Please use standard English. For example, use "and," not "&;" capitalize "I," etc.
Are your paragraphs indented properly (approximately five to eight spaces)?
Use the original form that you were directed to copy and paste onto a Google doc and
follow all instructions on both the criterion's document and below. If not, a submitted
assignment will be unacceptable and may result in a temporary 0-50 until the document is
resubmitted correctly.
1. Do not delete directions, questions, instructions for tasks, etc.
2. Do not rearrange any data or information.
3. Your name, block, and date of submission
4. Answers should be in plain font and in any dark color.
For an assessment grade, please submit your criterion document via Text Entry at this
assignment's webpage at Canvas by the date announced in class.
1. At this assignment's Canvas webpage, click the Submit Assignment button at the top.
2. Copy your entire Criterion A document on Google Drive and paste it in the Text Entry box.
3. As you proofread your work again, make sure that your first/last name, class block, and date
handed in are accurately typed at the top of the page.
4. Fix any formatting issues, such as spacing, left alignment questions adding borders
(gridlines), adjusting cell sizes, etc.
5. Everything will probably align left and that is OK. :-) Just keep it that way. Any color will
probably end up black or gray.
6. Any color will probably end up black or gray.
So you may keep it as it is, unless a gray is too light to read.
b. You may also use any dark color for titles, headings, and your answers.
c. To clarify, please don't "bold" your answers; use plain Arial or Times New Roman, size
12 font - but they may be in a different, dark color.
d. You may use dark colors throughout a chart and bold the headings or labels.
e. If the colors are too bright or light and difficult to read, a submitted assignment
will be unacceptable and may result in a temporary 0-50 until the document is
resubmitted correctly.
7. Your charts or tables will probably appear without borders. To fix this, click inside or
highlight the table, click Table, then click Table Properties, type 1 inside the box for Border,
and click OK. If the charts or tables are without borders, a submitted assignment will be
unacceptable and may result in a temporary 0-50 until the document is resubmitted
correctly.
8. Check the bottom of your Text Entry form: your Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form
should be the final thing that appears.
9. Using the Comments section is optional, if you want to explain something, share ideas,
remind the teacher of specific dates you were absent from class, etc. Then click the Submit
Assignment button at the bottom and if applicable, hand in any printed or hand-created
paperwork with your name and class block type or written on each sheet. Next, begin
Criterion C.
10. If you redo and resubmit this assignment, please in class - inform the teacher, or out of class
– email the teacher.