In one paragraph, describe the evidence that supports the main idea or thesis of the news story you chose in learning block 1-2 for your final project. What specific data is discussed or referenced? A

SCI 100 2-1-2 Short Answer Rubric Describing Evidence Critical Elements Proficient (100%) Needs Improvement ( 75%) Not Evident (0%) Value Evidence Describes the evidence that supports the main idea or thesis of the news story Describes the evidence that supports the main idea or thesis of the news story, but description is unclear or inaccurate Does not describe the evidence that supports the main idea or thesis of the news story 25 Data Explains the data discussed in the news story Explains the data discussed in the news story, but explanation is unclear or inaccurate Does not explain the data discussed in the news story 20 Validity and Reliability Explains whether the information in the news story is valid and reliable Explains whether the information in the news story is valid and reliable, but explanation is unclear or inaccurate Does not explain whether the information in the news story is valid and reliable 25 Support Supports answer with evidence Supports answer with evidence, but evidence is unclear or inaccurate Does not support answer with evidence 20 Communicates Clearly Clearly communicates key ideas and thoughts in a short -answer response Response needs clarification in order to support understanding of key ideas and thoughts Key ideas or thoughts are not understandable 10 Total 100%