Interpretation Rubric—High School

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Description: Thoroughness

I accurately portray the important concepts, relationships, and processes in both abstract and concrete systems in appropriate detail, adding supporting information when necessary.

My interpretation accurately portrays important concepts and relationships in abstract and concrete systems.

I include some inaccurate information.

My interpretation does not include all of the important information, and much of my information is inaccurate..

Description: Complexity

I show the information’s complexity by portraying the variety of relationships among ideas and features.

My interpretation reflects some complexity.

My interpretation simplifies most complex concepts and relationships.

My interpretation simplifies concepts and relationships.

Showing Meaning

My interpretation reveals a theme and purpose that combine my experiences and beliefs with the information.

My interpretation includes a theme or purpose that reflects my individuality.

My interpretation is generic and does not reflect my experiences or opinions.

My interpretation fails to communicate meaning.

Creativity

I surprise the audience with unusual features that enhance the meaning.

I include some unusual elements that add interest.

I include unusual elements in my interpretation but they detract from the meaning.

My interpretation is predictable and lifeless.