Mathematical Processes Rubric—Elementary

Created Feb. 7, 2024 by Clarity Innovations

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Explanation	I clearly explain the mathematical problem in detail.	I explain the mathematical problem.	I explain the mathematical problem, but my explanation is somewhat confusing or is missing some components.	I try to explain the mathematical problem, but my explanation is difficult to understand and is missing several components.
Procedures	The procedures I use to arrive at the solution are detailed, clear, and include all of the steps required to solve the problem.	The procedures I use to arrive at the solution are clear and include most of the steps required to solve the problem.	The procedures I use to arrive at the solution are somewhat clear, but some important steps required to solve the problem are missing.	The procedures I use to arrive at the solution are unclear, and many of the steps required to solve the problem are incorrect or missing.
Knowledge	My work shows that I understand all of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem.	My work shows that I understand the most important mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem.	My work shows that I understand some of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem.	My work shows that I do not understand the most important mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem.
Visual Representations	I created detailed graphs, animations, and other visuals that are clear and easy to understand.	I created graphs, animations, and other visuals that are fairly clear and easy to understand.	I created graphs, animations, or other visuals, but they are somewhat difficult to understand.	I created graphs, animations, or other visuals, but they are difficult to understand or are missing components.
Mathematical Vocabulary	I always use correct mathematical terminology and notation, making it easy for others to follow or understand.	I use correct mathematical terminology and notation most of the time, making it fairly easy for others to follow or understand.	I use mathematical terminology and notation, but sometimes my work is hard to understand.	I try to use mathematical terminology and notation, but my work is often incorrect.