BLOG REFLECTION RUBRIC

OUTCOME
ASSESSED

Beginning

Developing

Proficient

Strong

SCORE

WEIGHT

VALUE

1
7
9
10

Overall Use of Blogs

Blog entries are few and generally simple retellings of personal events. No comments are made on blogs of others. Almost all required blog entries and comments have been completed. Five blog entries and five comments are submitted, though not all of them may give evidence of a substantial contribution. Five blog entries and five comments are submitted, all of which are substantial. Beyond the required five, your blog includes many more reflections.   40%  

Intellectual Engagement with Key Concepts

Blog entries make no reference to issues raised through readings and/or class activities Blog entries make some reference to issues raised through readings and/or class activities Blog entries demonstrate awareness of most of the key issues raised through readings and/or class activities

Blog entries demonstrate engagement with the important issues raised through readings and/or class activities

  25%  
Personal Response to Key Concepts
Blog entries show no personal response is made to the issues/concepts raised in the readings/activities Blog entries convey little evidence of a personal response to the issues/concepts raised in the readings/activities Blog entries convey evidence of a personal response to the issues raised in the readings/ activities, and demonstrate that the author is capable of reflecting on learning, technology, and society. Blog entries convey extensive evidence of a personal response to the issues raised in the readings/ activities, and demonstrate the author's growth through reflection on learning, technology and society.   25%  

Engaged Writing

Blog entries use incorrect grammar and syntax consistently, making it difficult for others to follow. No links are included connecting your thoughts to those of others. Blog entries demonstrate some evidence of correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc. Audience will have little trouble reading your blog. An occasional link is included. Blog entries show a good command of Standard English. No problems for your audience. Most blog entries include links. Blog entries show a very good command of Standard English and have some flair and originality. Blog entries may contain multiple links.   10%  
Modified from a rubric found at http://www.catholic-forum.com/churches/cathteach/outcomes_rubric_reflection_journal.html