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KS3 Science

KS3 · Science

Particle Model Explanation

1Total points: 70

Rubric type: Analytic rubric

This rubric evaluates a written or spoken explanation of the properties of solids, liquids and gases, gas pressure, and changes of state using the particle model. It assesses scientific accuracy, explanations of causes, use of evidence and communication at Key Stage 3 level.

2Criterion 1

Weight: 14%

States of Matter

14%

• Solid, liquid and gas particles are shown or described with their spacing, arrangement and movement.

• Fixed shape, fixed or changing volume and ability to flow are linked to the particle arrangements.

• Forces of attraction are compared between the three states.

11%

• Solid, liquid and gas particles are shown or described.

• Shape, volume and flow are linked to particle arrangements, but one property is missing or incorrectly linked.

• Forces of attraction are compared for two states only.

• Two states are shown or described using particles.

• One correct property of shape, volume or flow is linked to particle arrangement.

• Forces of attraction are stated for one state without a comparison.

• One state is shown or described using particles.

• A property of shape, volume or flow is stated without a particle explanation.

• Forces of attraction are not compared.

• A state of matter is named without a particle description.

• Shape, volume and flow are not linked to matter particles.

• Forces of attraction are not mentioned.

3Criterion 2

Weight: 14%

Gas Pressure

4Criterion 3

Weight: 14%

Changes of State

5Criterion 4

Weight: 14%

Energy Patterns

6Criterion 5

Weight: 14%

Scientific Communication

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Frequently asked questions

What is a rubric?

A rubric is a scoring guide that lists the criteria for a piece of work and describes what each level of performance looks like for every criterion. It helps teachers score consistently and shows students what is expected before they start. Rubrics are used for essays, projects, presentations and performance tasks.

How do I make a rubric with AI?

In Madlen you choose the grade level, the subject and the topic or task. The AI breaks the task into criteria, gives each one a weight and writes a descriptor for every performance level. You review the rubric, adjust it and download it.

What is the difference between an analytic and a holistic rubric?

An analytic rubric scores each criterion separately, so it shows where a student is strong and where they need work. A holistic rubric gives the whole piece one overall score. Madlen’s sample rubrics are analytic, with every criterion scored on its own weight.

What does a rubric from Madlen look like?

Our sample is a science rubric for explaining the particle model, worth 70 points in total. It has five weighted criteria, from states of matter to scientific communication. Each criterion is described at five performance levels in terms a teacher can observe.

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