Theresa M. Churchill
A = Excellent, Exemplary, Outstanding, Superior Work
B = Above Average, Very Good, Strong Work
C = Average, Acceptable, Common, Minimal Work
D = Below Average, Needs Improvement, Sub-standard, Inaccurate, Inappropriate Work
F = Incomplete, Negligible, Unacceptable Work
FOLLOWS DIRECTIONS GRADE:
A = The art project was planned carefully; several excellent sketches were made in preparation and the student showed a strong awareness of the elements and principles of design. The project was continued until it was as complete as the student could make it; effort was given beyond the requirement—the student took great pride in his/her efforts.
B = The artwork shows that the student applied the principles of design while using one or more elements and principles effectively. The student worked hard and completed the project, but with a little more effort, it could have been outstanding.
C = The student did the assignment adequately, yet it shows lack of preparation and little evidence that an overall completion was planned. The student finished the project, but it could have been improved with more effort and adequate interpretation of the assignment. The student chose an easy project and did it indifferently.
D = The assignment was completed and turned in, but shows little signs of any understanding of the elements and principles of art. There is no evidence of any planning. The project was completed with less than minimal effort.
F = The student did far less than the minimum and/or the artwork was never completed.
A = The artwork was neatly, beautifully and patiently done; it is as good as hard work could make it. The technical skill level is exemplary.
B = With a little more effort, the work could have been outstanding; it lacks the necessary finishing touches. The technical skill level is above average but not outstanding.
C = The artwork shows a minimal and average aptitude. The work is not nearly as good as it could have been--it is a bit careless. The technical skill level is marginal.
D = The student showed below average craftsmanship; there is a definite lack of pride in the finished product. The technical skill level needs much improvement.
F = The student’s work shows unacceptable craftsmanship with evidence of a lack of effort or understanding. The project was not completed or was so poorly finished that it does not merit a passing grade. The technical skill level is unsatisfactory and well below what is minimally acceptable.
A = The student explored several choices before selecting one. The student generated many ideas, tried unusual combinations or changes on several ideas and made connections to previous knowledge. The artwork demonstrates the outstanding problem-solving skills of the student.
B = The student tried a few ideas before selecting one or made decisions after referring to only one source. The student solved problems in a logical and above average manner.
C = The student tried one idea and carried it out adequately but it lacks originality—the student substituted symbols for personal observation or they copied the idea from another student.
D = The student fulfilled the assignment but gave no evidence of trying anything unique.
F = The student did not complete the project and gave no evidence of original thought.