Salem College Department of Education
TAS Project Evaluation Rubric
descriptor 4 3
content Content is written clearly/
concisely with a logical
progression of ideas and
supporting information; uses rich,
varied, and appropriate
vocabulary; organizers provide a
sense of main ideas; information
is accurate/ current.
depth Exhibits outstanding depth of
specific content knowledge
rigor Presentation has clear tie to core
curricular content developed to
appropriate level
design and layout Layout is logical and appealing;
elements are consistent and
reinforce content message;
background/ colors enhance
readability
text elements Text fonts and sizes are well-
chosen; fonts are easy-to-read and
point size varies appropriately for
headings and text; use of italics,
bold, and indentations enhance
readability;
21st century features Presentation integrates multiple
skills/ features; good example of
communication/ design and
content presentations skills
mechanics No errors in grammar,
capitalization, punctuation, and
spelling
references/citations All resources are cited; consistent
and appropriate use of APA-
formatted citations; correct
reference listings
Student Name:
Content is written with a logical
progression of ideas and
supporting information; selects
vocabulary appropriate for
audience; includes persuasive
information.
Exhibits proficient depth of
specific content knowledge
Presentation has tangential tie to
core curricular content developed
to adequate level
Layout is organized; design
elements are consistent and
support content message;
background/ colors do not
enhance readability
Text fonts and sizes are readable;
occasionally the fonts/ italics/
bolds/ long paragraphs/ color
detract from readability
Features of the design enhance the
content; overall presentation is
attractive and effectively delivers
content
Little or no editing required for
grammar, punctuation, or spelling
All resources are cited;
inconsistent use of APA formatted
citations; occasional errors in
reference listings
2 1
Content is vague in conveying a
point of view or does not create a
strong sense of purpose. Includes
some persuasive information but
few facts; some of the information
may not seem to fit.
Exhibits superficial depth of
content knowledge
Presentation has unclear tie to
core curricular content developed
to minimal level
Layout is haphazard; design
elements do not always support
content message; background/
colors detract from readability
Text fonts and sizes may cause
distraction; overall readability is
difficult with lengthy paragraphs,
too many fonts, or overuse of
appropriate fonts
Message or purpose is unclear;
focus is on showing off features
rather than content OR focus is on
text without design features
Spelling, punctuation, and
grammar errors distract or impair
readability
All resources are cited; incorrect
use of APA formatted citations;
multiple errors in reference
listings
plus all required elements (see assignment sheet)/ 8
sound file – 3 graphics – table/graph/chart – 3 hyperlinks
score
Content lacks clear point of view 4 3 2 1
and logical sequence of
information. Includes little
persuasive information and only
one/ two facts about the topic;
information is incomplete, out of
date, and/or incomplete;
sequencing is unclear.
Exhibits superficial or inadequate 4 3 2 1
depth/breadth of content
knowledge
Presentation lacks curricular 4 3 2 1
relevance and/or is inadequately
developed
Layout is confusing; design 4 3 2 1
elements interfere with content
message; inappropriate use of
colors or background
Text fonts and sizes make the 4 3 2 1
content difficult to read;
inappropriate font size, poor use
of headings, formatting, or
headings
Presentation is submitted, but it 4 3 2 1
does not meet requirements
Errors in spelling, capitalization, 4 3 2 1
punctuation, usage, and grammar
distract the reader; major editing/
revision required
Resources are not cited; reference 4 3 2 1
list is missing or incomplete
total/ 32 #
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TOTAL SCORE/ 40 #