Explanation of patterns is included. Shows partial but limited grasp and use of central mathematical ideas. Recorded work is incomplete, misdirected, not clearly presented. Work is started but exploration is incomplete. Shows little or no grasp and use of central mathematical ideas.
Attempt is made but shows no understanding of problem.
Response is blank or completely off track. Keep in mind, this rubric is used by the students to grade themselves and each other. We became alarmed when math work started coming home with I's and F's on them. We went to the school and that is when were told about the rubric and the scoring system. We were also advised that most of the IMP does not have right or wrong answers.