FOREIGN LANGUAGE RUBRIC

 

RUBRIC SCORING

 

6 (Truly Exceptional; A)

The student demonstrates a rigorous, in depth understanding of language concepts, and a thorough comprehension of the subject matter.  The student has an excellent grasp and use of idiom and communicates effectively within the subject matter.  The student consistently and correctly uses verbs, modes, grammar, phonetics and intonation.  The student demonstrates a broad, appropriate use of vocabulary and phrasing and is aware of cultural elements inherent in language.  The student works consistently to increase knowledge and proficiency and is self-motivated.

 

5(Commendable;  A-)

The student demonstrates a solid understanding of language concepts, and a good comprehension of the subject matter.  The student has a good grasp and use of idiom and communicates effectively within the subject matter.  The student consistently and correctly uses verbs, modes, grammar, phonetics and intonation.  The student demonstrates a broad, appropriate use of vocabulary and phrasing and is aware of cultural elements inherent in language.  The student works consistently to increase knowledge.

 

4 (Satisfactory; B or C+)

The student demonstrates a substantial understanding of language concepts, and a good comprehension of the subject matter.  The student has an adequate grasp and use of idiom and communicates effectively within the subject matter.  The student correctly uses verbs, modes, grammar, phonetics and intonation.  The student appropriately uses vocabulary and phrasing and is aware of cultural differences.  The student works consistently to increase knowledge.

 

3 (Proficient: Answers/Supports; B- or C)

The student demonstrates a basic understanding of language concepts, and an adequate comprehension of the subject matter.  The student has a limited grasp of idiom and communicates adequately within the subject matter.  The student may have errors when using verbs, modes, grammar, phonetics and intonation.  The student sufficiently uses vocabulary and phrasing and is aware of cultural differences. 

 

2 (Limited: Answers Only; C- or D)

The student demonstrates a limited understanding of language concepts, and an inadequate comprehension of the subject matter.  The student is unable to use idiom and communicate within the subject matter.  The mistakes the student makes  using verbs, modes, grammar, phonetics and intonation negatively affects communication.  The student has an inadequate knowledge of vocabulary and an inadequate understanding of the culture.

 

1 (Minimal: Misses Question; D-or F)

The student demonstrates an inadequate understanding of language concepts, and an inadequate comprehension of the subject matter.  The student is unable to communicate the subject matter.  The student does not use verbs, modes, grammar, phonetics and intonation correctly. The student has no knowledge of vocabulary and lacks understanding of the culture.