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AIM

The purpose of the

experiment or the
question to be answered
during the experiment is
clearly identified and
stated.

Hypothesized
relationship between the
variables and the
predicted results is clear
and reasonable based on
what has been studied.

The purpose of the

experiment or the
question to be
answered during the
experiment is
partially identified,
and is stated in a
somewhat unclear
manner.
Hypothesized
relationship between
the variables and the
predicted results has
been stated, but
appears to be based
on flawed logic.
Most of the materials
and the setup used in
the experiment are
accurately described.

The purpose of the

experiment or the
question to be
answered during
the experiment is
erroneous or
irrelevant.

Experimental
Hypothesis

The purpose of the

experiment or the
question to be
answered during the
experiment is
identified, but is
stated in a
somewhat unclear
manner.
Hypothesized
relationship between
the variables and the
predicted results is
reasonable based on
general knowledge
and observations.
Almost all materials
and the setup used
in the experiment
are clearly and
accurately
described.
Procedures are
listed in a logical
order in sentences
but not all are
concise or clear.
Accurate
representation of the
data in tables and/or
graphs. Graphs and
tables are labelled
and titled.
Diagrams are
included and are
labelled neatly and
accurately.

Procedures are listed

but are not concise.
They may not be in a
logical order.

Procedures do not
accurately list the
steps of the
experiment.

Mostly accurate
representation of the
data in written form,
graphs and/or tables
represented.

Data is not shown

OR is inaccurate.

Diagrams are
included and are
labelled.

Needed diagrams
are missing OR are
missing important
labels.

A basic explanation
of the science
involved and may
include possible
sources of error
and may include
what was learned
from the
experiment OR
shows little effort
and reflection.
No conclusion was
included in the
report.

Materials

Method

Results

Diagrams

All materials and setup

used in the experiment
are clearly and
accurately described.

Procedures are listed

clearly& concisely, are
numbered, in a logical
order and in complete
sentences.
Professional looking and
accurate representation
of the data in tables
and/or graphs. Graphs
and tables are labelled
and titled.
Clear, accurate diagrams
are included and make
the experiment easier to
understand. Diagrams
are labelled neatly and
accurately.

Discussion

An extensive explanation
of the scientific principles
involved including
possible sources of error,
Includes what was
learned from the
experiment.in a concise
& clear manner.

A thorough
explanation of the
science involved
including possible
sources of error,
Includes what was
learned from the
experiment.

A sound explanation
of the science
involved and may
include possible
sources of error.
Includes what was
learned from the
experiment.

Conclusion

Conclusion includes
whether the findings
supported the hypothesis
& is written concisely and
clearly.

Conclusion includes
whether the findings
supported the
hypothesis.

Conclusion includes
what was learned
from the experiment.

No hypothesis has
been stated.

Many materials are

described
inaccurately OR are
not described at all.

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