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TARGET LANGUAGE VOCABULARY

There are no errors in word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.

There are 1-3 errors in word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.

There are 4-6 errors in the word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.

There are more than 6 errors in the word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.

DRAWINGS

Drawings are related to the theme of the site, are thoughtfully cropped, do not use words, and are of high quality.

Drawings are related to the theme of the site, do not use words, and are of good quality.

Drawings are related to the theme of the site, and are of good quality.

Drawings do not depict vocabulary words, or are of low quality (uncolored, pencil marks, etc.).

CONTENT

The site has an introductory paragraph that clearly states the Web site's purpose, at least seven creative mnemonic tips, and a game or quiz to practice at least ten of the vocabulary words. There are no mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.

The site has an introductory paragraph describing the Web site's purpose, at least six creative mnemonic tips, and a game or quiz to practice at least eight of the vocabulary words. There are 1-3 mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.

The site has an introductory paragraph, at least five mnemonic tips (though some may not be as creative), and a game or a quiz to practice at least five of the vocabulary words. There are 4-6 mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.

The site is missing either the introductory paragraph, has fewer than five mnemonic tips, or does not have a game or quiz. There are frequent mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.

LAYOUT

The Web site has an exceptionally attractive and usable layout. It is easy to locate all important elements. White space, graphic elements and/or alignment are used effectively to organize material. Colors of background and fonts do not detract from the content. The fonts are consistent, easy to read and point size varies appropriately for headings and text. Use of font styles is used consistently and improves readability.

The Web page has an attractive and usable layout. It is easy to locate all important elements. Colors of background and fonts do not detract from the content. Font size and type are consistent.

The Web page has a usable layout, but may appear busy or boring. It is easy to locate most of the important elements. Colors of either the background or font detract from the content. The font size and/or type is inconsistent.

The Web page is cluttered looking or confusing. It is often difficult to locate important elements. Colors of background and fonts make the content hard to read or otherwise distract the reader. Font size and/or font type are inconsistent. The font is too small too read.

COOPERATIVE WORK

Partners show respect for one another's ideas, divide the work fairly, and show a commitment to quality work and support for each other.

Partners show respect for one another's ideas and divide the work fairly. There is commitment by some members toward quality work and support of one another.

Partners show respect for one another's ideas and divide the work fairly. There is little evidence of a commitment toward quality work in the group.

Criticism is not constructive nor is support offered. The work is mostly done by one or two people.

LEARNING OF MATERIAL

The student has an exceptional understanding of the material included in the site, how to use translation Web sites, and where to find additional information. Can easily answer questions about the content and procedures used to make the web site.

The student has a good understanding of the material included in the site and how to use translation Web sites. Can answer questions about the content and procedures used to make the web site.

The student has a fair understanding of the material included in the site. Can easily answer most questions about the content and procedures used to make the web site.

Student did not appear to learn much from this project. Cannot answer most questions about the content and the procedures used to make the web site.

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TARGET LANGUAGE VOCABULARY	There are no errors in word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.	There are 1-3 errors in word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.	There are 4-6 errors in the word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.	There are more than 6 errors in the word choice, spelling, or use of accent marks in the final draft of the Web site.
DRAWINGS	Drawings are related to the theme of the site, are thoughtfully cropped, do not use words, and are of high quality.	Drawings are related to the theme of the site, do not use words, and are of good quality.	Drawings are related to the theme of the site, and are of good quality.	Drawings do not depict vocabulary words, or are of low quality (uncolored, pencil marks, etc.).
CONTENT	The site has an introductory paragraph that clearly states the Web site's purpose, at least seven creative mnemonic tips, and a game or quiz to practice at least ten of the vocabulary words. There are no mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.	The site has an introductory paragraph describing the Web site's purpose, at least six creative mnemonic tips, and a game or quiz to practice at least eight of the vocabulary words. There are 1-3 mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.	The site has an introductory paragraph, at least five mnemonic tips (though some may not be as creative), and a game or a quiz to practice at least five of the vocabulary words. There are 4-6 mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.	The site is missing either the introductory paragraph, has fewer than five mnemonic tips, or does not have a game or quiz. There are frequent mistakes in English spelling/writing mechanics in the final draft of the Web site.
LAYOUT	The Web site has an exceptionally attractive and usable layout. It is easy to locate all important elements. White space, graphic elements and/or alignment are used effectively to organize material. Colors of background and fonts do not detract from the content. The fonts are consistent, easy to read and point size varies appropriately for headings and text. Use of font styles is used consistently and improves readability.	The Web page has an attractive and usable layout. It is easy to locate all important elements. Colors of background and fonts do not detract from the content. Font size and type are consistent.	The Web page has a usable layout, but may appear busy or boring. It is easy to locate most of the important elements. Colors of either the background or font detract from the content. The font size and/or type is inconsistent.	The Web page is cluttered looking or confusing. It is often difficult to locate important elements. Colors of background and fonts make the content hard to read or otherwise distract the reader. Font size and/or font type are inconsistent. The font is too small too read.
COOPERATIVE WORK	Partners show respect for one another's ideas, divide the work fairly, and show a commitment to quality work and support for each other.	Partners show respect for one another's ideas and divide the work fairly. There is commitment by some members toward quality work and support of one another.	Partners show respect for one another's ideas and divide the work fairly. There is little evidence of a commitment toward quality work in the group.	Criticism is not constructive nor is support offered. The work is mostly done by one or two people.
LEARNING OF MATERIAL	The student has an exceptional understanding of the material included in the site, how to use translation Web sites, and where to find additional information. Can easily answer questions about the content and procedures used to make the web site.	The student has a good understanding of the material included in the site and how to use translation Web sites. Can answer questions about the content and procedures used to make the web site.	The student has a fair understanding of the material included in the site. Can easily answer most questions about the content and procedures used to make the web site.	Student did not appear to learn much from this project. Cannot answer most questions about the content and the procedures used to make the web site.