Scoring Rubrics
for Collections
 
Here are the scoring rubrics used in the ANSES State Science Fair. Those used in local and regional fairs may or may not be the same.

Western Science Judges' rubric

Quality/variety
The collection shows interest but there could have been many more samples. 
Some samples are of poor quality.

Score 1

Most local samples have been collected. The samples are of good quality. 

Score 3

The collection is thorough. The local possibilities have been exhausted. 
The samples are of high quality with all sizes, colors, types and shapes possible.

Score 5
Creativity The collection shows little original thought. There is evidence of creative thought in the gathering and presentation of the collection. There is clear evidence of creative thought and ingenuity. 
Presentation Speech is  too soft. There is little enthusiasm or interest. 

The display is not organized. 

Speech is loud, clear and thoughts are orderly. 

The display is organized and understandable. 

The presentation is loud, clear and orderly, given with enthusiasm.  

The display is clear, attractive and easy to understand.

Data There  is no data about where and when the samples were taken.  There is some data indicating where and when the samples were collected.  The data of where and when the collection was made is very understandable. 
 
 Elders' Rubric
The presentation by the student and display of his/her project maintains the cultural values of his/her area.
Needs more work
Score 1
Good.
Score 3
Excellent 
Score 5
The student's work is well done. The project is organized and attractive. It shows good thought. The presentation is clear and confident. 
Needs more work
Score 1
Good.
Score 3
Excellent 
Score 5
The project is a study of something that is 
important to the land, village/community, 
and culture
Needs more work
Score 1
Good.
Score 3
Excellent 
Score 5
There is evidence that the student consulted with one ormore community elders, local experts and other cultural resources. 
Needs more work
Score 1
Good.
Score 3
Excellent 
Score 5