New Tech Network Knowledge and Thinking Rubrics — Science Explanation, Grade 8

NTN describes this skill as the ability to reason, problem-solve, develop sound arguments or decisions, and create new ideas by using appropriate sources and applying the knowledge and skills of a discipline.

Constructs Being Measured
Primary: 
Domain Knowledge
Secondary: 
Critical Thinking
How to Access and Cite

Created with support from Stanford Center for Assessment, Learning, and Equity (SCALE) and based on similar rubrics from Envision Schools.
To access the resource, visit https://newtechnetwork.org/resources/new-tech-network-knowledge-thinking-rubrics-science-explanation/.

Outcome Families
Well-being
Connectedness
Awareness
Agency
Mastery
Programmatic Purpose
Classroom-level data and feedback
Program-level monitoring and evaluation
Instrument Characteristics
Type of items: 

7 categories with 4 levels of proficiency

Original target population: 

Grade 8: 13-14 years old

Format: 
Rubric
Applicable Grade Levels
Pre-primary
Primary
Secondary
Post-secondary
Points to Consider

For more guidance on measuring student learning and best practices in adapting measurement tools to your contexts, check out the Portal page on Monitoring and Evaluation. You can also contact Alvin Vista (Knowledge Lead, Student Outcomes) and Robbie Dean (Director of Research) for specific questions.