Rubistar

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Name:
Rubistar

Information of Creator:
Rubistar is copyrighted by [|ALTEC] of the University of Kansas. A quick Google search shows that they are an organization committed to bringing tools for teachers and students into the classroom. They specialize in web-based resources, professional development, and program support. Rubistar is also sponsored by [|4Teachers.org]. It's an organization that helps teachers integrate technology into the classroom.

Description:
Rubistar is something that would be very helpful for teachers, old and new. The features include: Advantages: Disadvantages:
 * Being able to create an in-depth rubric in a short amount of time
 * Being able to access your rubric from anywhere or anything with an internet connection
 * If you are running low on ideas or time, the website offers an inspiration page where you can search for and use old rubrics.
 * It helps not only students in knowing what is expected of them by giving them detailed directions, it also helps you in grading. A quote on the page from a student was, "he didn't much care for rubrics because 'if you get something wrong, your teacher can prove you knew what you were supposed to do.'"
 * When creating a rubric, it gives you an already created template. You can then specialize the rubric and change whatever you want; however, the template gives you a quick and easy starting point if running behind.
 * Once created, you can print out your rubric or upload it online to keep and for other teachers to use
 * Because this is a website developed and sponsored by teacher and teacher help organizations, there is no inappropriate content on the website.
 * Quick and easy to use
 * Helps students in knowing what is expected of them
 * Especially useful for new teachers
 * If in a hurry, may use a template that doesn't fit your exact assignment

Example:
Here is an [|example] of what can be done on Rubistar.

4.
5 ways teachers could use this tool:
 * 1) Create an in-depth expectation for students
 * 2) Use templates created by more experienced teachers in your field
 * 3) Create and save rubrics for future use
 * 4) Helps the teacher know what to look for and how to grade the student's work
 * 5) Lets the teacher have a quick and easy way of grading while still be demanding of top notch work

Preparer:
Garrett Horner

Reviewed by Nakeesha Reviewed by Christina Hale