Editing Grading rubrics (section)

== Thesis Design ==
This section describes how scoring in the [[Thesis Design]] course is performed.

==== Participation ====
Participation will be assessed via three metrics: 1) Your delivery of in class exercises (assessed P/F);  2) your self-assessment of participation as in I2VT; 3) my assessment of your participation (the extent to which you engage with the content presented by me and your peers)

==== Peer review 1 (RQ + hypothesis) ====

* Beginning (0 points)
** The RQ is not adequately precise. More work is necessary to sharpen it.
** The link between the hypothesis and the RQ is too fuzzy. More work is necessary.
** The scope of the research is such that there will likely be no meaningful novel contribution to science.
* Emerging (1 point)
** The RQ is relatively precise, though there is room for improvement. Relevance and/or importance are not entirely convincing.
** The link between the hypothesis and the RQ could be made more logical or coherent.
** The scope of the research is such that it is not yet entirely clear if there is a meaningful novel contribution to science, no matter how small (regardless of whether the hypothesis is validated or not).
* Proficient (2 points)
** The RQ is somewhat precise. It is likely answerable and relevant.
** It seems that the hypothesis follows logically from the RQ, (in)validating the hypothesis would answer the RQ - though the link could still be sharpened.
** The scope of the research is such that there may be a meaningful novel contribution to science, no matter how small (regardless of whether the hypothesis is validated or not).
* Experienced (3 points)
** The RQ is very precise and sharp. It is obviously answerable, relevant, and important.
** The clearly hypothesis follows logically from the RQ, (in)validating the hypothesis would directly answer the RQ.
** The scope of the research is such that there is meaningful novel contribution to science, no matter how small (regardless of whether the hypothesis is validated or not).

==== Peer review 2 ====
Similar as to peer review 1

==== Peer review 3 ====
Similar as to peer review 1


==== Article presentation ====
'''1.''' '''Content accuracy and comprehensiveness''' '''(40 points)'''

* Excellent (40 points): Precise, thorough summary of key findings, methodology, and relevance to research. Speaker demonstrates high degree of familiarity with the text and critical thinking.
* Good (30 points): Covers most key points with minor omissions. Speaker demonstrates good degree of familiarity with the text.
* Satisfactory (20 points): Basic summary but misses significant details. Speaker demonstrates moderate degree of familiarity with the text. Lack of critical analysis, more of a "book report".
* Needs Improvement (0-10 points): Lacks important information, significant inaccuracies. Speaker demonstrates low degree of familiarity with the text.
'''2. Presentation skills  assessed by instructor (30 points)'''
* Excellent (30 points): Clear, well-organized, within time limit, effective communication. Speaker makes the relevance very clear for those unfamiliar with the topic through avoiding jargon and giving examples. Useful visualizations created by the student.
* Good (20 points): Mostly clear, minor issues in delivery or time management. Speaker makes the relevance clear for those unfamiliar with the topic through avoiding jargon and giving examples (though there is room for improvement).
* Satisfactory (15 points): Understandable but lacks organization or has delivery issues. Speaker makes the relevance moderately clear for those unfamiliar with the topic, though there may be too much jargon or too few examples.
* Needs Improvement (0-5 points): Poorly organized, difficult to follow, major issues in delivery
'''3. Contribution to the Wiki  (30 points)'''
* Excellent (30 points): Excellent summary in very clear and accessible language. This Wiki page is a very useful resource for those interested in the article.
* Good (15 points): Good summary in clear and accessible language. This Wiki page is a useful resource for those interested in the article.
* Satisfactory (10 points): Basic summary, but room for improvement. This Wiki page is a somewhat useful resource for those interested in the article.
* Needs Improvement (0-10 points): Inadequate summary. This Wiki page is a not a particularly useful resource for those interested in the article.

==== Collaborative article resource assignment ====
'''Individual contributions (Total: 40 Points)'''
# '''Depth and insight of article analysis and annotations (40 points)'''
#* 0-10 points: Annotations lack depth or critical engagement with the article. Minimal or superficial evaluations are provided.
#* 11-20 points: Annotations show some critical engagement, but analyses are inconsistent or lack depth in places.
#* 21-30 points: Annotations are detailed, demonstrating a good level of critical engagement and insight into the methodologies and findings.
#* 31-40 points: Annotations are exceptionally detailed and insightful, offering deep analyses of methodologies, findings, and relevance, with clear connections to the thesis theme.

'''Group Contributions (Total: 60 Points)'''

# '''Relevance and coherence of synthesized findings in the report (40 points)''' 
#* 0-10 points: The report lacks coherence; synthesized findings are not clearly relevant to the thematic focus.
#* 11-20 points: The report shows some relevance and coherence, but the synthesis of findings is uneven or lacks depth.
#* 21-30 points: The report is coherent and relevant, with a clear synthesis of findings that are well-aligned with the thematic focus.
#* 31-40 points: The report is highly coherent and relevant, with a comprehensive and insightful synthesis of findings, clearly illuminating trends, debates, or future directions.
# '''Organization and clarity of the report (20 points)''' 
#* 0-5 points: The report is poorly organized and difficult to follow, with significant issues in clarity or adherence to the template.
#* 6-10 points: The report has some organizational structure and clarity, but there are notable issues in adherence to the template or writing quality.
#* 11-15 points: The report is well-organized and clear, with minor issues in adherence to the template or writing quality.
#* 16-20 points: The report is excellently organized and clear, adhering closely to the template with high-quality writing throughout.

==== Interactive poster pitch ====
'''#BetterPoster Slide Evaluation (Total: 7 Points)'''

# '''Content Quality (3 points)''' 
#* 0 points: Lacks depth in content; critical information is missing or incorrect.
#* 1 point: Contains relevant information but lacks depth or some content may be inaccurate.
#* 2 points: Very good content quality which is very accurate but not very interesting (or may have too much jargon)
#* 3 points: Excellent content quality which balances attention-grabbing interest and scientific accuracy..
# '''Alignment with #BetterPoster Principles (4 points)''' 
#* 0 points: Does not follow #BetterPoster principles; lacks a clear main message.
#* 1 point: Partially follows #BetterPoster principles with a main message that could be clearer. May lack a functional QR code.
#* 2 points: Aligns with #BetterPoster principles but may lack some aspects of design or clarity.
#* 3 points: Well aligned with #BetterPoster principles. Easy to read, uncluttered, and effectively communicates the main message.
#* 4 points: Exemplary alignment with #BetterPoster principles. Easy to read, uncluttered, particularly aesthetic, and includes functional enhancements and/or creative / interactive elements.

'''3-Minute Pitch Evaluation (Total: 8 Points)'''

# '''Delivery (3 points)''' 
#* 0 points: Unclear, rushed, or monotone delivery that fails to engage the audience.
#* 1 point: Basic delivery with some clarity, but generally lacking in engagement.
#* 2 points: Good delivery with clear articulation and moderate engagement.
#* 3 points: Excellent delivery with engaging, clear, and well-paced articulation.
# '''Content and Structure (3 points)''' 
#* 0 points: Lacks a clear structure; content is disorganized and main points are not conveyed.
#* 1 point: Some organization with main points somewhat articulated.
#* 2 points: Well-organized content with clear main points.
#* 3 points: Exceptionally structured pitch with a compelling narrative and clear, insightful main points.
# '''Engagement and Response to Questions (2 points)''' 
#* 0 points: Does not engage the audience and fails to address questions adequately.
#* 1 point: Engages the audience with acceptable responses to most questions.
#* 2 points: Highly engages the audience and provides thorough, thoughtful responses to all questions.