_____ The word Problem is labeled. (1)

_____ Not a yes or no question. (1)

_____ Problem is clearly testable (1)

_____ The problem is written neatly. (1)

_____ The word Hypothesis is labeled. (1)

_____ Hypothesis makes a prediction based on the problem. (2)

_____ Statement gives specific direction to the prediction(s): A stance is taken. (1)

_____ The word Experiment is labeled. (1)

                  _____ Procedure is well organized. (1)

                  _____ Procedure is in a logical sequence. (1)

                  _____ Enough information is given so another could repeat the procedure. (2)

                  _____ Diagrams are used. (1)

                  _____ Repeated trials. (1)

                  _____ Observations are made and recorded. (1)

                  _____ All raw data is given. (1)

                  _____ All data has units. (1)

                  _____ Table is included with most important data. (1)

                  _____ Table(s) are labeled properly; titles, units, headings (1)

_____ If graph is used it is appropriate.

_____ Graph has title.

_____ Graph is labeled properly; axes, series.

_____ Graphs includes units.

_____ Appropriate scale used.

_____ The experiment is written neatly. (1)

_____ The word Conclusion is clearly labeled. (1)

_____ Explains why hypothesis was right or wrong. (2)

_____ Uses the data in explanations. (1)

_____ Mentions what was learned. (2)

_____ Explains what went right during the experiment. (1)

_____ Explains what went wrong during the experiment or explains possible errors. (1)

_____ Gives reasons for possible errors. (1)

_____ Suggestions for improvement of experiment are given. (1)

_____ Recommendations for further experimentation are given. (1)

_____ The conclusion is written neatly. (1)

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