Distinguished - Clearly identifies all lesson information, including grade level, estimated level of developmental stage for this age/grade, number of students, fundamental skills to be taught, and state standard.

Proficient - Identifies all lesson information, including grade level, estimated level of developmental stage for this age/grade, number of students, fundamental skills to be taught, and state standard. The identification of one of these items is slightly unclear.

Basic - Identifies most lesson information, including grade level, estimated level of developmental stage for this age/grade, number of students, fundamental skills to be taught, and/or state standard. The identification of two of these items is unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to identify lesson information, including grade level, estimated level of developmental stage for this age/grade, number of students, fundamental skills to be taught, and state standard; however, the identification of many of the items is very unclear.

Non-Performance - The identification of lesson information is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively describes the lesson and creates an entirely appropriate student learning objective.

Proficient - Describes the lesson and creates an appropriate student learning objective. The description or the student learning objective is slightly unclear.

Basic - Minimally describes the lesson and creates a somewhat appropriate student learning objective. The description or the student learning objective is unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to describe lesson and create a student learning objective; however, the description and the student learning objective are inappropriate and/or unclear.

Non-Performance - The description of the lesson and the creation of a student learning objective are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively describes the system for classroom management and student grouping.

Proficient - Describes the system for classroom management and student grouping. The description is slightly unclear.

Basic - Minimally describes the system for classroom management and student grouping. The description is unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to describe the system for classroom management and student grouping; however, the description is significantly unclear.

Non-Performance - The description of the system for classroom management and student grouping is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively describes equipment needed for the lesson and the environment.

Proficient - Describes the equipment needed for the lesson and the environment. The description is slightly unclear.

Basic - Minimally describes the equipment needed for the lesson and the environment. The description is unclear.

Below Expectations - Attempts to describe the equipment needed for the lesson and the environment; however, the description is very unclear.

Non-Performance - The description of the equipment needed and the environment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Creates a well-structured and highly detailed script that introduces the lesson and describes safety concerns, rules, and protocols to follow during the lesson.

Proficient - Creates a script that introduces the lesson and describes safety concerns, rules, and protocols to follow during the lesson. Describes how to teach the skill. The script is slightly underdeveloped.

Basic - Creates a script that introduces the lesson and describes safety concerns, rules, and protocols to follow during the lesson. Minimally describes how to teach the skill. The script is underdeveloped.

Below Expectations - Attempts to create a script that introduces the lesson and describes safety concerns, rules, and protocols to follow during the lesson and how to teach the skill; however, the script is significantly underdeveloped.

Non-Performance - The script that introduces the lesson and describes the safety issues is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Creates a well-structured and highly detailed script that describes how to teach the skill and the method of assessment.

Proficient - Creates a script that describes how to teach the skill and the method of assessment. The script is slightly underdeveloped.

Basic - Creates a limited script that describes how to teach the skill and the method of assessment. The script is underdeveloped

Below Expectations - Attempts to create a script that describes how to teach the skill and the method of assessment; however, the script is significantly underdeveloped.

Non-Performance - The script that describes how to teach the skill and the method of assessment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Creates a detailed and informative flyer or email that comprehensively explains at least one activity that the family could do at home that would reinforce the skill taught in the lesson.

Proficient - Creates a flyer or email that explains at least one activity that the family could do at home that would reinforce the skill taught in the lesson. Minor details are missing.

Basic - Creates a flyer or email that minimally explains one activity that the family could do at home that would reinforce the skill taught in the lesson. Several details are missing.

Below Expectations - Attempts to create a flyer or email that explains at least one activity that the family could do at home that would reinforce the skill taught in the lesson; however, significant details are missing.

Non-Performance - The flyer or email to communicate with parents is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Clearly and accurately identifies wholly appropriate and realistic modifications and adaptations for each of the three scenarios.

Proficient - Accurately identifies appropriate modifications and adaptations for each of the three scenarios.

Basic - Identifies somewhat appropriate modifications and adaptations for each of the three scenarios.

Below Expectations - Attempts to identify appropriate modifications and adaptations for each of the three scenarios; however, the identification of one of the three scenarios is unclear and/or not all suggested accommodations are appropriate.

Non-Performance - The identification of lesson accommodations and adaptations are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.

Distinguished - Demonstrates methodical application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is evident and easy to understand. Summaries, quotes, and/or paraphrases fit naturally into the sentences and paragraphs. Paper flows smoothly.

Proficient - Demonstrates sufficient application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is, for the most part, clear and easy to understand. There are some problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper flows somewhat smoothly.

Basic - Demonstrates a limited understanding of organization and presentation of content in written work. The purpose of the writing is somewhat evident, but may not be integrated throughout the assignment. There are many problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly in all sections.

Below Expectations - Organization and presentation of content is extremely limited. The purpose of the writing is unclear. There is little or no blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly when read.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

Distinguished - Uses appropriate, pertinent, and persuasive content to discover and develop sophisticated ideas within the context of the discipline, shaping the work as a whole.

Proficient - Uses appropriate and pertinent content to discover ideas within the context of the discipline, shaping the work as a whole.

Basic - Uses appropriate and pertinent content, but does not apply it toward discovering or developing ideas. Overall, content assists in shaping the written work.

Below Expectations - Uses content, though it may be unrelated or inappropriate to the topic. Content does not contribute toward the development of the written work, and may distract the reader from its purpose.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.

Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors, and is mostly easy to understand.

Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors, which may slightly distract the reader.

Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehension of syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors, which distract the reader.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

Distinguished - Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.

Proficient - Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.

Basic - Exhibits basic knowledge of APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout does not meet all APA requirements.

Below Expectations - Fails to exhibit basic knowledge of APA formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout difficult to distinguish as APA.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

Distinguished - The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.

Proficient - The paper closely meets the page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.

Basic - The paper meets over half of the page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.

Below Expectations - A fraction of the page requirement is completed.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

Distinguished - Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.

Proficient - Uses required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.

Basic - Uses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Some sources may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are used within the body of the assignment. Citations may not be formatted correctly.

Below Expectations - Uses inadequate number of sources that provide little or no support for ideas. Sources used may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are not used within the body of the assignment. Citations are not formatted correctly.

Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.