Geologic Timeline Rubric SES 4UI
Student Name(s):______________________________________________
Category
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Readability
The timeline is difficult
to read. Many events
are crowded. Poor
organization.
The timeline is relatively
readable. There is some
disorganization or
crowding.
The overall appearance
of the timeline is fairly
organized and easy to
read.
The overall appearance
of the timeline is well
organized and easy to
read. Spatial planning
is evident.
Calculations
Few to no calculations
submitted. No units
included. May be
incorrect.
Some calculations are
incomplete or missing
units.
Calculations complete
with simple solutions
and units.
Calculations complete
with full solutions and
units.
Dates are incorrect and
or missing
An accurate date has
been included for some
events.
An accurate date has
been included for most
events
An accurate date has
been included for each
event.
Graphics are not
effective and poorly
selected. Perhaps too
few or not appropriate
in size.
Some graphics are
effective but they may
be too few or too many
or not appropriate in size
Most graphics are
effective. They are
appropriate in size,
colour and selection.
All graphics are
effective and
appropriate. They
have been carefully
selected to enhance
the topic.
Timeline is somewhat
colourful but shows a
low level of creativity
and originality
Timeline is colourful but
resembles a displayed
exemplar and has only a
few unique/original
qualities.
Timeline is colourful
and has many unique
and creative details.
Timeline demonstrates
a high level of
creativity and
originality.
Dates
Graphics
Creativity
Peer Review
Checklist
1. All required events are on the timeline
2. All calculations with full solutions and
units are included.
Signature:
3. Each event has an age displayed
4. Each event has a sketch/picture or
graphic
5. My self/partner assessment is
completed
Signature: