The outcome to be be assessed by a rubric could be a performance, a process or a product. An analyticrubric would be used to assess a process, providing criteria for each step, and a holistic rubric should be used to assess a product. The rubric should be clear and fair, and give the opportunity for feedback from teach and peers and from self-reflection. In this way, the rubric might serve to highlight areas of strength and areas for development, and to show talents and learning styles. This could lead to use as a diagnostic assessment tool or might serve as an instructional tool.
The learning outcome should be clearly indicated on the rubric. This is something I will practice to help guide my students to the desired outcome.
