Journal
Rubric
This is the Rubric which will be used to assess your Journal Papers in Physics.
CRITERION
ASPECTS
Score
On Time
On Time Report is handed in on time. Sum points for number of days late, maximum of 5 points.
/5
Presentation and Writing
Format and Presentation The report is formatted and presented according to guidelines published in the ISB Scientific Writing Guide for IB.
/5
Writing The report is written concisely, precisely, and clearly.
Abstract
Abstract The purpose, methods, and results are summarized clearly and succinctly. The abstract is less than 100 words.
/5
Introduction
Background Gives a brief introduction to the investigation and research question.
/10
Research Question States a focused problem/research question.
Theory Explains the theory related to the research that can be used to predict a model or result.
Methods
Experimental Setup Describes and explains the experimental setup.
/10
Collection of Data Describes important methods of data collection.
Data Processing Explains methods used to process the data to obtain final results.
Results and Discussion
Results Results are clearly presented in a graph. No raw data shown.
/10
Discussion Presents appropriate conclusions with evidence. Discusses levels of confidence and limits of applicability of conclusions.
Conclusion and Evaluation
Concluding Summarizes main conclusions.
/5
Evaluation Evaluates reliability of conclusions and offers suggestions for future research.
Total Mark
/50
Here is a pdf version of the rubric.