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Rubric for Brazos Bend Wetlands Research Project
Expectations /Criteria
Paper – typed, 12 pt. font, easy to read font,
uses correct grammar and follows the given
format.
Geographic Location
Specific location of this habitat is identified, a
map is included.
Climate Conditions
All information on climatic characteristics
including temperature, precipitation, and
monthly/yearly statistics of habitat area are
explained. Includes charts and graphs of
information. Any abnormalities of climatic
conditions in the last 10 years have been
noted and explained.
Types of animals
10 or more animals that live in this wetland
area are named, using common and scientific
nomenclature. Illustrations and detailed
explanations of how the animals have adapted
to the environment are included. Note
endangered species and introduced species.
Types of plants and fungi
10 or more plants and 2 or more fungi that
live in the wetlands are named, using
common and scientific nomenclature.
Illustrations and detailed explanations of how
the plants/fungi have adapted to the
environment are included. Note endangered
species and introduced species.
Food Web
Include an illustrated food web for this
ecosystem that contains at least 4
energy/tropic levels. Show the proper flow of
energy and includes the scientific name of
each organism. This should be digital.
4
Exceeds
the
stated
expectation
3
May
contain
minor
flaws, but
meets the
expectation
2
Contains
a serious
flaw and
just
short of
meeting
the
expectation
1
Seriously
flawed
and
misses
meeting
the stated
expectation
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Ecological Relationships
Discuss examples of parasitism, mutualism,
commensalism and prey/predator
relationships that exist in this habitat.
Human Impact
Human impact on the area is discussed using
recorded, specific examples on this or similar
habitats. Include pollution, loss of habitat,
impact of global climate change, and invasive
species.
Solutions to Environmental Problems –
Action Plan
Suggest solutions to at least one
environmental problem facing the area.
Included scientific evidence to support the
solution.
Bibliography
At least seven works are cited using a
consistent style format. Formats must present
sufficient information for a reader to identify
and find the work or cited passage.
Presentation
Create a 5-7 minute digital presentation of
this material to share with the class. The
presentation should be organized,
informative and well put together.
Totals
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