Common Criteria for Effort Marks

Exemplary

Preparation
• Goes beyond the limits of an assignment
Participation
• Encourages and inspires other points of view
• Generates discussions
• Asks thoughtful questions of students and teacher
Contribution

• Always works to potential
• Sets a personal example from which others can learn
• Is enthusiastic about the material
• Uses criticism to improve performance

Satisfactory

Preparation
• Completes generally acceptable work according to instructions and the following guidelines
• Seeks help when needed
• Makes up missed work promptly
• Arrives in class punctually and with proper materials
Participation
• Respects other viewpoints
• Is attentive and responsive in class
• Asks relevant questions
Contribution
• Generally works to potential
• Respects and contributes to the collaborative nature of class
• Is positive, receptive, and curious
• Accepts criticism

Needs Improvement

Deficient in one area of the three common criteria

Unsatisfactory

Preparation
• Consistently spends less time than required preparation time
• Work is generally unacceptable
Participation
• Class participation is consistently negative or disruptive
• Is habitually inattentive
Contribution
• Consistently works below potential
• Detracts from positive atmosphere of class
• Is unable to accept criticism constructively