Evaluation

Work will be evaluated based on the following rubric. Each group will self-assess based on the following criteria. Self-assessments will be combined with the instructor's assessment for a total of 40 possible points

	Beginning 1	Developing 2	Very Good 3	Exemplary 4
Auto Expert's Report	Given information correctly identified, kinematic equation chosen appropriately.	Kinematic equation applied effectively, correct velocities identified.	Correct velocities identified, report explains work performed.	Correct velocities identified, comprehensive professional report including equations and diagrams.
Collision Expert's Report	Given information correctly identified, conservation of momentum utilized.	Conservation of momentum applied effectively, correct velocities identified.	Correct velocities identified, report explains work performed.	Correct velocities identified, comprehensive professional report including equations and diagrams.
Investigator's Report	Given information correctly identified, kinetic energy formula utilized.	KE definition applied effectively, correct type of collision identified.	Correct type of collision identified, report explains work performed.	Correct type of collision identified, comprehensive professional report including equations and diagrams.
Group's Accident Report	Report is missing key sections or information.	Report includes all required sections.	Report includes all required sections with appropriate diagrams and equations.	Professional comprehensive report with accurate answers, including appropriate diagrams and equations.
Final Presentation	Final presentation does not accurately represent accident.	Final presentation accurately represents accident.	Final presentation accurately represents accident, with appropriate justification and explanation.	Final presentation accurately represents accident, with appropriate justification and explanation. Assumptions and areas for improvement critically explained.