Building Better Rubrics

Rubrics in Action

Self-Directed Book Study Overview for AAC Members

Module lengths vary between 45-60 minutes.

Module 1: Purpose and Design

• BBR Module 1 Purpose and Design Apr 2020 (download PDF document)
• Samples for ‘Rubrics’ or Not Apr 2020 (download PDF document)
• Organizer for ‘Rubrics’ or Not Apr 2020 (download PDF document)

Module 2: Not all Rubrics are Created Equal!

• BBR Module 2 Not All Rubrics Are Created Equal Apr 2020 (download PDF document)
• Discussion Guide: Common Rubric Flaws Apr 2020 (download PDF document)
• Reference Page: Matching Criteria for Designing Effective Rubrics with Common Flaws Apr 2020 (download PDF document)
• Try Your Hand: Identifying Areas for Improvement Apr 2020 (download PDF document)

Module 3: Shortcuts for Successful Rubrics

• BBR Module 3 Shortcuts for Successful Rubrics 2020 (download PDF document)
• Using the Wordsmith 2020 (download PDF document)
• Fixing Common Flaws 2020 (download PDF document)

Module 4: Supporting Student Learning

• BBR Module 4 Rubrics to Support Student Learning 2020 (download PDF document)

Book Study for Building Better Rubrics

First, you need to purchase a digital download (editable) or hard copy of the book!

Purchase Building Better Rubrics

This practical ‘how to’ book takes the mystery out of rubric design. Well designed rubrics have the potential to not only document the results of student performance, but to actually facilitate improved student learning.

Four 60-minute sessions

Gather a group of colleagues to explore the fine art of building better rubrics – the AAC way. In addition to the book study, both AAC members and non-members gain access to editable templates of multiple rubric formats. Interested educators can book an AAC consultant to facilitate the book study modules. The book study is offered over 4 hours and each module is one hour.

6 or more colleagues = $80.00 per member or $120.00 per non-member

3-5 colleagues = $100.00 per member or $150.00 per non-member