Learning Log Rubric—Elementary

Created Feb. 7, 2024 by Clarity Innovations

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Data Records
I neatly, thoroughly, and accurately record data in usable, appropriate formats, such as charts, lists, outlines, and diagrams.	I record data in appropriate formats.	I try to record data accurately, but I may choose a format that is not appropriate, and some of my data may be inaccurate.	I often do not record data accurately.
Notes
When I read about something or listen to information that is presented, I take notes in my own words that show the difference between important information and supporting details. I include connections, predictions, and questions about the topic.	When I read about something or listen to information that is presented I take notes in my own words that show the difference between important information and supporting details.	When I read about something or listen to information that is presented, I try to take notes in my own words, but sometimes I just copy what I read or hear exactly without showing what information is important.	When I read about something or listen to information that is presented, I copy exactly what I read or hear without thinking about it at all.
Connections
I continually make connections and predictions, and ask questions about the topic in my learning log.	I often make connections and predictions, and ask questions about the topic in my learning log.	If I am reminded, I make connections and predictions, and ask questions about the topic in my learning log.	I rarely make connections and predictions, or ask questions about the topic in my learning log.
Representations
I use outlines, diagrams, charts, and other graphic organizers when I need to, to help me understand concepts and relationships among concepts.	I often use graphic organizers to help me understand concepts and relationships among concepts.	I sometimes use graphic organizers to help me understand concepts.	I rarely use graphic organizers to help me understand concepts when it would be appropriate to do that.
Reflection
I often use the information in my learning log to think about what and how I am learning.	I sometimes use the information in my learning log to think about what and how I am learning.	I rarely use the information in my learning log to think about what and how I am learning.	I never use the information in my learning log to think about what and how I am learning.
Appearance
My learning log is neat, and I write so that I can read and understand what I have written. If someone else is going to read my learning log, I follow the conventions so the audience can understand it.	My learning log is neat, and I usually write so that I and others can read and understand what I have written.	My learning log is a little messy. I try to write so I and others can read what I have written, but sometimes I cannot figure out what I was trying to say.	My learning log is messy, and I often cannot figure out what I was trying to say in my journal or learning log.