Profile of a Sacred Space

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General Description

5.0 to >3.5 pts

Strong

Student gives a strong general description of at least five sentences in which they discuss why the sacred space was built and the significance of the location.

3.5 to >2.0 pts

Competent

Student gives a good general description in which they discuss why the sacred space was built and the significance of the location.

2.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student gives a general description that does not discuss why the sacred space was built, does not discuss the significance of the location, or lacking in content.

0.0 pts

No credit

5.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArchitectural Design

5.0 to >3.5 pts

Strong

Student provides a strong explanation of architectural design and engineering techniques. Student writes at least five sentences.

3.5 to >2.0 pts

Competent

Student gives a good general description in which they discuss why the sacred space was built and the significance of the location.

2.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student gives a general description that does not discuss why the sacred space was built, does not discuss the significance of the location, or is lacking in content.

0.0 pts

No credit

5.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHarmony with Nature

5.0 to >3.5 pts

Strong

Student provides a strong discussion of the site's or structure's relationship with nature. Student considers natural elements, astronomical features, and the cardinal directions. Student writes at least five sentences.

3.5 to >2.0 pts

Competent

Student provides a good discussion of the site's or structure's relationship with nature.

2.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student gives provides some discussion of harmony with nature but discussion is lacking content.

0.0 pts

No credit

5.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSacred Objects

5.0 to >3.5 pts

Strong

Student provides strong discussion of the role of sacred objects and/or relics. Student writes at least five sentences.

3.5 to >2.0 pts

Competent

Student provides good discussion of the role of sacred objects and/or relics.

2.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student provides some discussion of the role of sacred objects and/or relics.

0.0 pts

No credit

5.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse by Worshippers

5.0 to >3.5 pts

Strong

Student provides a strong discussion of the way the site was used by worshippers, both at the time of its conception and more recently. Student writes at least five sentences.

3.5 to >2.0 pts

Competent

Student provides a some discussion of the way the site was used by worshippers, both at the time of its conception and more recently.

2.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Discussion is lacking in content.

0.0 pts

No credit

5.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSimilarities to Chartres

7.0 to >5.6 pts

Strong

Student explains in detail two similarities between Chartres and chosen sacred space. Specific comparisons are expounded upon and described with exceptional detail. At least three sentences are written about each similarity.

5.6 to >4.2 pts

Good

Student explains two similarities between Chartres and chosen sacred space.

4.2 to >2.1 pts

Competent

Student identifies but does not explain two similarities between Chartres and chosen sacred space.

2.1 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student comparison to Chartres is limited to only one sufficiently defended similarity.

0.0 pts

No Credit

7.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDifferences from Chartres

7.0 to >5.6 pts

Strong

Student explains in detail two differences between Chartres and chosen sacred space. Specific comparisons are expounded upon and described with exceptional detail. At least three sentences are written about each difference.

5.6 to >4.2 pts

Good

Student explains two differences between Chartres and chosen sacred space.

4.2 to >2.1 pts

Competent

Student identifies but does not explain two differences between Chartres and chosen sacred space.

2.1 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student comparison to Chartres is limited to only one sufficiently defended difference.

0.0 pts

No Credit

7.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Requirements

Length, grammar, and research.

5.0 to >4.0 pts

Proficient

No errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation. Students demonstrate proper style. Sources are listed at the end of the document. Students must use at two sources for their chosen sacred site. If using a website, an explanation of why the site should be trusted as a reliable source must be included.

4.0 to >2.5 pts

Competent

Some grammatical or writing errors but solid sources are given and defended.

2.5 to >1.0 pts

Needs Improvement

Sources are weak and/or explanation for using a source that appears weak is not provided and/or many grammatical errors.

1.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs substantial improvement

No sources provided and/or grammar and writing need substantial improvement.

0.0 pts

No credit

5.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Images

6.0 to >4.2 pts

Proficient

Student successfully includes a minimum of five images of their sacred space. Images are used successfully to demonstrate aspects discussed and are proportionally correct.

4.2 to >3.0 pts

Competent

Student meets most of the following criteria: Student successfully includes a minimum of five images of their sacred space. Images are used successfully to demonstrate aspects discussed and are proportionally correct.

3.0 to >0.0 pts

Needs improvement

Student includes some of the following: Student successfully includes a minimum of five images of their sacred space. Images are used successfully to demonstrate aspects discussed and are proportionally correct.

0.0 pts

No credit

6.0 pts