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Performance Assessment Links in Science (PALS)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
12

Best Place in the United States to Live

In this task, students will use the given information to answer the question of where the best place in the US to live is. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Instructions
3. Scoring Rubric
4. Technical Quality Info

Source
West Virginia Teach21 Project Based Learning

Subject
Science

Grade Level
8

Biome Adventures for the World Traveler

In this task, students will research various biomes around the world and present their findings in a multimedia presentation. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Additional Resources: Standards, evaluations and rubrics, data sheet, lab sheet, guide to managing the process

Source
Performance Assessment Links in Science (PALS)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
4

Bird Eggs

In this task, students must determine the most beneficial shape for eggs that rest on cliffs. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Teacher Instructions
3. Scoring Rubric
4. Scored Student Work
5. Technical Quality Info

Source
West Virginia Teach21 Project Based Learning

Subject
Science

Grade Level

Blocking Sound

In this task, students will work together to experiment with various materials and technology that will prevent sound from traveling through an object. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Additional Resources: Standards, checklists, student contract, survey, student journal, rubrics, web resources, guide to managing the process

Source
Performance Assessment Links in Science (PALS)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
5, 6, 7, 8

Blue

In this task, students will be assessed on their ability to follow instructions on carrying out a simple chemical experiment. 

This task includes: 
1. Task Description 
2. Student Instructions
3. Scoring Rubric
4. Technical Quality Info

Source
Performance Assessment Links in Science (PALS)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Boat Building

In this task, students will test which of their tin foil boats holds up best with different solutions and weighted balls. 

This task includes: 
1. Task Description 
2. Student Instructions
3. Scoring Rubric
4. Technical Quality Info

Source
Stanford Education Assessment Laboratory (SEAL)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
6, 7, 8, 9

Bugs

In this task, students will conduct an experiment using sow bugs.

This task includes:
1. Teacher Instructions
2. Computer simulation and instructions
3. Three scoring forms

Source
Performance Assessment Links in Science (PALS), GLOBE Classroom Assessment Tools

Subject
Science

Grade Level
5, 6, 7, 8

Building Materials

In this task, students will decide which rock type is best to make benches and tables.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Instructions
3. Scoring Rubric
4. Technical Quality Info

Source
Connecticut Academic Performance Test (CAPT)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
10

CAPT 1996 First Generation Science Released Items

The CAPT 1996 Science Released Items includes:

  • Scoring rubrics for open-ended items
  • Performance Task: Keep it Hot
  • Experimentation Questions: Keep it Hot
  • Open-Ended Items: Genetic Counseling
  • Multiple-Choice Items: Periodic Table

Source
Connecticut Academic Performance Test (CAPT)

Subject
Science

Grade Level
10

CAPT 1997 First Generation Science Released Items

The CAPT 1997 Science Released Items includes:

  • Scoring rubrics for open-ended items
  • Performance Task: Soapy Water
  • Experimentation Questions: Soapy Water
  • Open-Ended Items: Prescribing Antibiotics
  • Multiple-Choice Items: Fossil Record

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