Look Who's Footing the Bill!, WebQuest Rubric

	beginning	medium	expert
Individual Expertise	Little more was done than to copy and paste from Web pages. Not too much seemed to get into the brain.	Clear learning on the topic has taken place. There's an ability to discuss the topic using examples or evidence.	New information has been firmly connected to previous related knowledge. An easy use of evidence shows a sound understanding.
Group Synthesis	The group's decision seems more a mixing than a blending. Ideas are thrown together, not necessarily thought through.	The group decision is based on clear understanding of key issues and works to balance them. Some weak spots may still exist.	This group's argument is soundly reasoned and supported. It addresses key issues that make the national economy / debt a challenging topic.
Final Outcome	The final work seems rushed or incomplete. Careless errors may confuse the audience.	Care has been taken to create a finished product. Few errors exist and these wouldn't be confusing.	Care and creativity make this an interesting and polished final work. The quality of the ideas is reflected in the product.

Created May, 1996. Last revised February, 2005
by Tom March,