Atom Model Project

Rubric

Model of the atom—worth 60 points

Points	30	20	15	0
Accuracy	Correct number of subatomic particles are present. They are in the correct place. A key is provided so it is easy to tell which particles are which.	Correct number of subatomic particles. There is a mistake in the position, or no key is provided to tell particles apart.	The number of particles is off by one or two. Position are ok.	Number and positions of particles are both incorrect
Creativity	The model is creative and colorful. Looks like a lot of thought and effort was put into it.	The model is accurate, but lacks color or is very basic.	Model appears to be done very last minute. Does not show sincere effort.	Model is not 3 dimensional or is only a drawing.

Written portion

Creative name for the atom is given……………………… 3 points yes 0 points no

The number of protons, electrons and neutrons that it contains is included and is correct.

Yes…….5 points No……0 points

The atom that it resembles in real life is included……………. 5 points yes 0 points no

A brief history of how and where the atom was discovered is given

5 points yes……..0 points no

Who discovered it is given. 2 points yes……….0 points no

The correct state at room temperature is included. 5 points yes……….0 points no

Creative uses for the atom are included 5 points yes …………..0 points no

Facts about the atoms are interesting 5 points yes……………..0 points no

Overall paper creative……5 points yes somewhat creative…..3 points uncreative...1

Total points……..100