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Analysis Rubric Criteria

The document outlines a rubric for assessing the analysis criteria of a student's report, focusing on the selection, recording, processing, and interpretation of data relevant to a research question. It includes specific aspects for evaluating raw data, data processing, the impact of uncertainty, and interpretation of processed data, along with a checklist of questions to ensure high marks. The criteria emphasize the importance of clear presentation, accuracy, and thorough discussion of uncertainties and data trends.

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Analysis Rubric Criteria

The document outlines a rubric for assessing the analysis criteria of a student's report, focusing on the selection, recording, processing, and interpretation of data relevant to a research question. It includes specific aspects for evaluating raw data, data processing, the impact of uncertainty, and interpretation of processed data, along with a checklist of questions to ensure high marks. The criteria emphasize the importance of clear presentation, accuracy, and thorough discussion of uncertainties and data trends.

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Analysis Criteria Rubric

[Date]
Analysis (6 points)
This criterion assesses the extent to which the student’s report provides evidence that the
student has selected, recorded, processed and interpreted the data in ways that are relevant to the
research question and can support a conclusion.
Aspect 1: Raw Data
A1.1 Appropriate (insightful and thoughtful) qualitative data is recorded (observations).
A1.2 Appropriate quantitative data is recorded (or zero is awarded). (min of 5 increments and
minimum of
A1.3 Raw data is clearly distinguished from processed data.
A1.4 Data is recorded correctly and honestly.
A1.5 Data is presented in a table including titles, units and uncertainties.
Aspect 2: Data Processing
A2.1 Calculations to determine the DV carried out, if necessary.
A2.2 Formulas (or excel equivalent) are stated before any worked example.
A2.3 Worked example for each calculation is shown.
A2.4 Calculations and statistics are appropriate for the investigation and RQ.
A2.5 Processed data and significant figures are consistent with precision of raw data.
A2.6 Mathematics are correct.
A2.7 Processed data is presented in a graph.
A2.8 Standard deviations are included where appropriate (minimum of 5 repeats needed to
calculate the StDev)
Analysis

A2.9 Statistical tests include full details: null and alternative hypothesis, degrees of freedom,
critical values and probability levels.
Aspect 3: Impact of Uncertainty
A3.1 Uncertainties/errors are adjusted to reflect any calculations carried out.
A3.2 Error bars included, unless insignificant.
A3.3 Error bar source (e.g. standard deviation or min-max values) is stated and calculations are
correct.
A3.4 Uncertainties are correct and explanation given if necessary.
A3.5 Discussion of the magnitude of the uncertainties compared to the data collected. Ie. How
do they affect the conclusion?
Aspect 4: Interpretation of Processed Data
A4.1 Patterns and trends in the graph or tables are described with reference to the
graph/tables.
A4.2 Variation within the data (e.g. StDev) is discussed.
A4.3 Anomalies identified and discussed.
A4.4 Appropriate choice of graph is made.
A4.5 Patterns in the data discussed in relationship to the RQ.
A4.6 Data points are joined to illustrate the trend, or best-fit line is drawn where appropriate.
(Not applied if comparing two means.)
IB Individual Investigation Checklist

In order to be able to achieve high marks for the individual investigation criteria you need
to be able to answer YES to the following questions.
ANALYSIS

QUESTIONS YES

Does your report include sufficient relevant quantitative and


qualitative raw data that will support a detailed and valid conclusion
to the research question?
Is the raw data presented in neat and easy to follow tables with
appropriate titles, clear row and column headings and units?
Is each table printed on one page only?

Are all uncertainties of measurement and degrees of precision of any


measuring devices used (+/-) clearly stated?
Does the report fully and appropriately consider the impact of
measurement uncertainty on the analysis of the data?
Is the use of decimal places consistent throughout?

Has any relevant descriptive/qualitative data been included?

Has the raw data been properly and appropriately processed with
the degree of accuracy required to enable a conclusion to the
research question to be drawn that is fully consistent with the
experimental data?
Have you described the processing (state the formulae used and give
sample calculations) and given reasons for your choice?
Calculations of means and standard deviations and the drawing of
graphs should be done as a matter of course. Other relevant data
processing can include statistical analysis (t-test, X-squared,
correlation coefficients, rate calculations, diversity index etc.)
Is the processed data presented properly in tables and/or graphs?

Are the graph axes clearly labelled with units and uncertainties?

Do the graphs have clearly identified error bars?

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