The Better Answer Method

1. The Better Answer Method Restate the Question in your answer. Construct a “gist” or main idea response Add supporting details: such as evidence, examples, data Stay on topic! Ask yourself “Did I answer the question to the best of my ability?” Use proper conventions: grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization

2. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M.

3. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M.

4. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M.

5. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M.

6. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M.

7. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M.

8. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M. etc.

9. The E.C.C. Rubric = 18pts Total A general scoring rubric for daily work – other rubrics may be used • Effort (6pts)– is measured by what you are capable of and what you have achieved in the past. • Completeness(6pts)– is measured by how well you followed directions and the comprehensiveness of your response • Critical Thought(6pts) – is measured by the application of protocols, rubrics, algorithms and methods you have been taught. Ex: Six Traits, B.A.M. etc.