1. Technical Aspects – What is the proficiency of the student with regards to the use of the medium or skill in the area that they are working with?
2. Creativity - What has the student added to their project that is unique? Did they communicate an idea, theme, or feeling?
3. Composition – Did the student display a working knowledge of the Principles of Design? Are the elements inside the work arranged deliberately and in a premeditated way?

A+	97.3 – 100
A	94.2 – 97.2
A-	90.0 – 94.1
B+	87.0 – 89.9
B	84.0 – 86.9
B-	80.0 – 83.9
C+	77.0 – 79.9
C	74.0 – 76.9
C-	70.0 – 73.9
D+	67.0 – 69.9
D	64.0 – 66.9
D-	60.0 – 63.9
F	0 – 59.9

General Rubric for Student Project Assessment

• “A” Work

Exceptional Quality, Mastery of Skills / Techniques. Exhibits an outstanding degree of originality, personal expression and creativity. The student effectively demonstrates a clear understanding of the ability to communicate using the Principles of Design. Minor / No adjustments needed to artwork.

• “B” Work

Above Average Quality, Appropriate Skills / Techniques. Exhibits substantial amount of originality, personal expression and creativity. The student demonstrates the ability to communicate using the Principles of Design. Some adjustments needed on artwork.

• "C" Work

Average to Adequate Quality in Skills / Techniques. Student exhibits substantial amount of originality and creativity. The student demonstrates some ability to communicate. Principles of Design may not be apparent. Various adjustments needed on artwork.

• "D" Work

Inadequate Quality, Lacking Skills / Techniques. The student demonstrates some originality and creativity. The student demonstrates some evidence of communication. Principles of Design may not be apparent. Many adjustments needed on artwork.

• "F" Work

Poor Quality, Lacking Skills / Techniques. Shows limited degree of originality and creativity. Minimal communication skills present. Major adjustments needed on artwork.