The 80's and 90's  What significant events  define your time? UNIT RUBRIC

SOCIAL SCIENCE CONTENT = 10%

STANDARDS	EXEMPLARY [A]	DISTINGUISHED [B]	PROFICIENT [C]	MINIMAL [D]
from California Social Science Content Standards 11.8 Students analyze the economic boom and social transformation of post-World War II America. 11.9 Students analyze United States foreign policy since World War II. 11.11 Students analyze the major social problems and domestic policy issues.	Student can provide accurate, detailed, comprehensive answers to at least 95% of  oral or written  questions about  U.S. economic and social change and about  foreign and domestic policy between 1980-99.	Student can provide accurate, complete, supported answers to at least 85%  of oral or written questions about  U.S. economic and social change and about  foreign and domestic policy between 1980-99.	Student can answer accurately at least 80%  of oral or written questions about  U.S. economic and social change and about  foreign and domestic policy between 1980-99.	Student can answer accurately at least 60% of oral or written questions about  U.S. economic and social change and about  foreign and domestic policy between 1980-99.

NOTEBOOK = 40%

STANDARDS	EXEMPLARY [A]	DISTINGUISHED [B]	PROFICIENT [C]	MINIMAL [D]
The student organizes and makes sense of new information and ideas and connects them to past knowledge.  from SRCS Lang. Arts Content and Performance Standards 11R1 Word Analysis and Systematic Vocabulary Development	Notebook contains at least 90% of assigned writings: left-side responses and right-side notes. Entries are labeled and are the original work of the writer or are identified by citation. The notebook shows ample evidence of critical thinking about unit ideas and connections to past knowledge. The notebook is neat and legible and employs color, spacing and graphics to clarify thinking.	Notebook contains at least 80% of assigned writings: left-side responses and right-side notes. Entries are labeled and are the original work of the writer or are identified by citation. The notebook shows ample evidence of critical thinking about unit ideas. The notebook is neat and legible and employs color, spacing and graphics to clarify thinking.	Notebook contains at least 70% of assigned writings: left-side responses and right-side notes. Entries are labeled and are the original work of the writer or are identified by citation. The notebook shows some evidence of critical thinking about unit ideas. The notebook is neat and legible.	Notebook contains a majority of assigned writings: left-side responses and right-side notes. Entries are labeled and are the original work of the writer  or are identified by citation. The notebook is mostly neat and is legible.

LITERATURE = 20%

STANDARDS	EXEMPLARY [A]	DISTINGUISHED [B]	PROFICIENT [C]	MINIMAL [D]
from SRCS Language Arts Content and Performance Standards 11R3 Literary Response and Analysis The student reads and responds to historically or culturally significant works of American literature.  11W3 Written English Language Conventions The student demonstrates an understanding and control of the English language in written work. 11W3 Written Communication Applications  Using conventions correctly and the writing process appropriately, the student writes both literary and informational texts. 11SLV2 Speaking The student delivers both formal and informal presentations, demonstrating effective organizational strategies and delivery techniques.	The student has read one novel from the ãAä lists  and one from either the ãAä or ãBâ lists. The double-entry journal contains one quoted passage (with page numbers) from every 10-15 pages and the studentâs original, in-depth response to the passage, to related events of the book, and, where appropriate, to the era. The student writes and delivers a book talk to the class which: has a provocative introduction, a middle which skillfully maintains listener interest and an appropriate ending. describes the book without ãgiving it awayä makes a qualified recommendation AND contains varied, complex sentences and paragraphs uses vivid, concrete language contains virtually no errors is neatly typed. The presenter speaks clearly and loudly and makes eye contact with the audience.	The student has read one novel from the ãAä lists  and one from either the ãAä or ãBâ lists.  The double-entry journal contains one quoted passage (with page numbers) from every 10-15 pages and the studentâs original, in-depth response to the passage, to related events of the book, and, where appropriate, to the era. The student writes and delivers a book talk to the class which: has a provocative introduction, a middle which skillfully maintains listener interest and an appropriate ending. describes the book without ãgiving it awayä makes a qualified recommendation  AND contains varied, complex sentences and paragraphs uses vivid, concrete language contains virtually no errors. is neatly typed. The presenter speaks clearly and loudly and makes eye contact with the audience.	The student has read at least two novels from either the ãAä or ãBâ lists. The double-entry journal contains one quoted passage (with page numbers) from every 10-15 pages and the studentâs original response to the passage and to related events of the book. The student writes and delivers a book talk to the class which: has a clear introduction, middle and end describes the book without ãgiving it awayä makes a qualified recommendation AND contains readable, clear sentences and paragraphs uses commonplace, straightforward language contains few errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization or paragraphing is neatly typed. The presenter speaks clearly and loudly and makes eye contact with the audience.	The student has read at least one novel from either theãAä or ãBâ lists.  The double-entry journal contains one quoted passage (with page numbers) from every 10-15 pages and the studentâs original response to the passage and to related events of the book. The student writes and delivers a book talk to the class which: has a clear introduction, middle and end describes the book without ãgiving it awayä makes a qualified recommendation AND contains readable, clear sentences and paragraphs uses commonplace, straightforward language contains few errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization or paragraphing is neatly typed. The presenter speaks clearly and loudly and makes eye contact with the audience.

TIME CAPSULE = 20%

STANDARDS	EXEMPLARY [A]	DISTINGUISHED [B]	PROFICIENT [C]	MINIMAL [D]
from California Social Science Content Standards 11.8 Students analyze the economic boom and social transformation of post-World War II America. 11.9 Students analyze United States foreign policy since World War II. 11.11 Students analyze the major social problems and domestic policy issues. from SRCS Language Arts Content and Performance Standards     11W3 Written English Language Conventions The student demonstrates an understanding and control of the English language in written work. 11W3 Written Communication Applications  Using conventions correctly and the writing process appropriately, the student writes both literary and informational texts. 11SLV2 Speaking The student delivers both formal and informal presentations, demonstrating effective organizational strategies and delivery techniques.	The time capsule is creatively labeled and visually appealing. It contains 10 artifacts which represent the most significant events of the 1980âs and 90âs  in the U.S.  Artifacts are documented and authentic (or are facsimiles of authentic items which show  close attention to detail).  The time capsule is accompanied by an essay which:  has a comprehensive introduction which explores the authorâs understanding of the 80âs and 90âs, connects a variety of unit materials and shows originality of thought. has a conclusion tying the entire essay together. describes each artifact, explains the event(s) it represents and justifies its inclusion in the capsule  is the original writing of the author or is clearly identified with quotes and sources. includes a bibliography is typed and contains  virtually no errors. The student presents the time-capsule without notes and can thoroughly defend the choices represented by the artifacts.	The time capsule is creatively labeled and visually appealing. It contains 10 artifacts which represent the most significant events of the  1980âs and 90âs in the U.S.  Artifacts are documented and authentic (or are facsimiles of authentic items which show close attention to detail).  The time capsule is accompanied by an essay which:  has a comprehensive introduction which explores the authorâs understanding of the 80âs and 90âs and which refers to unit materials. has a conclusion tying the entire essay together. describes each artifact, explains the event(s) it represents and justifies its inclusion in the capsule  is the original writing of the author or is clearly identified with quotes and sources. includes a bibliography is typed and contains  virtually no errors. The student presents the time-capsule to the class and can successfully defend the choices represented by the artifacts.The student speaks from notes only.	The time capsule is  appropriately labeled and decorated. It contains 10 artifacts which represent significant events of the  1980âs and 90âs in the U.S.  Artifacts are documented and authentic (or are facsimiles of authentic items). The time capsule is accompanied by an essay which:  has an introduction and conclusion. describes each artifact, explains the event(s) it represents and justifies its inclusion in the capsule  is the original writing of the author or is clearly identified with quotes and sources. includes a bibliography is typed and contains few  errors. The student presents the time-capsule to the class and can answer questions about the choices represented by the artifacts.The student speaks from notes and does not read the essay aloud.	The time capsule is  appropriately labeled and decorated. It contains 10 artifacts which represent significant events of the 1980âs and 90âs in the U.S.  Artifacts are authentic (or are facsimiles of authentic items. Documentation is absent or unconvincing. The time capsule is accompanied by an essay, but it lacks some of the following requirements:  has an introduction and conclusion describes each artifact, and explains the event(s) it represents  is the original writing of the author or is clearly identified with quotes and sources includes a bibliography is typed and contains few  errors. The student presents the time-capsule to the class, but may have difficulty answering questions about the choices represented by the artifacts.

HABITS OF WORK = 10%

STANDARDS	EXEMPLARY [A]	DISTINGUISHED [B]	PROFICIENT [C]	MINIMAL [D]
Collaborative Skills The student listens actively and considers diverse perspectives.             The student respects the work of others.       Timeliness The student meets deadlines.	Supports and includes a variety of viewpoints and asks leading and open-ended questions to increase breadth of thought. Considers all perspectives and demonstrates appreciation for new insights.  Demonstrates positive attitude toward the work of others.         Completes virtually all work in a timely manner.	Listens respectfully and asks clarifying questions to create more communication among members and to increase the variety of ideas. Is willing to consider all perspectives.    Demonstrates positive attitude toward the work of others.         Completes work on time.	Listens respectfully to a variety of viewpoints and asks questions of others to include more ideas. May consider different perspectives.       Demonstrates positive attitude toward the work of others.         Completes most work on time.	Listens to ideas within the group but may not actively seek a variety of viewpoints. Is generally unwilling to consider views different from his/her own.     Demonstrates positive attitude toward the work of others.         Completes work but often misses deadlines.