Each project can be evaluated in many possible ways. The following rubric is just one way to evaluate these open-ended projects. It is based on a 4-point scale. The student fully achieves all mathematical and project goals. The presentation demonstrates clear thinking and explanation.
All work is complete and correct.
The student substantially achieves the mathematical and project goals. The main thrust of the project and the mathematics behind it is understood., but there may be some minor misunderstanding of content, errors in computation, or weakness in presentation. The student partially achieves the mathematical and project goals. A limited grasp of the main mathematical ideas or project requirements is demonstrated. Some of the work may be incomplete, misdirected, or unclear.