4 Questions of substance are developed that go beyond egocentrism or the trivial. Use of a variety of materials besides the traditional references Information is well organized as it is collected. No plagiarism Student works to articulate prior knowledge and fit new information into that schema. Some assistance needed to utilize more difficult reference works. 3 Questions are formulated independently Information is gathered from a variety of sources.
Students appears to have trouble getting started.
Students is observed using a few study aids. 2 Questions are developed with minimal educator help Information gathered and used is from encyclopedias only. Continual assistance needed to find information and to stay focused and to complete the assignment on time. 1 Questions are formulated only with educator assistance. Only a minimal attempt is made in any investigation.