Performance Based Assessment
Learning Target 2: Small Mass Movement
(Weathering, Erosion and Deposition)
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Content
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Work Ethic and Accountability
Understanding
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Expectations
Identifies weathering and
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erosion within the cycle
The agent of erosion has been
identified and an example has
been provided
Includes an example of a
landform created by the
process of erosion or
deposition
Links weathering, erosion and 
deposition within the cycle
Identifies where weathering
and erosion change rock
within the cycle
(Conservation of material)
Identifies where energy flows
into and within the cycle
(Conservation of energy)
Presents their model in the
form of a cycle
Socializing during class rarely
hinders quality usage of
time.
Student is diligent about
following “daily classroom
operations”, but may need
occasional reminders.
Student uses class time (and
time outside class)
productively.
3.5
All of 3, plus….
Includes multiple
examples of the
landforms created by
the process of erosion
or deposition
Identifies how
weathering and
erosion change rock
within the cycle
(conservation of
material)
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All of 3.5, plus….
Includes examples
of rock types that
are formed
Includes
descriptions of
how the landforms
and rocks are
formed
Identifies where
and how energy
flows in and out of
the cycle
Makes connections
to outside world
and/or to previous
units of study.
Depth is evident
within their
product and
writing.
Appropriate
socializing during
class does not
hinder quality
usage of time
Student is diligent
about following
“daily classroom
operations”
without being
told.
Student arrives to
class with a clear
direction and plan
for using class time
productively.