Scoring Guide for Economist

4 Exemplary

• Criteria for Proficient have been met
• Presentation includes "authentic" artifacts
• Presentation includes comparisons between the economy of Catal Huyuk and the economy of that region today
• Presentation is not only informative, but highly engaging

3 Proficient

• Presentation includes a speculation - supported by examples - on whether the people of Catal Huyuk specialized in various trades
• Presentation includes an explanation for the presence of obsidian at Catal Huyuk
• Presentation is clear, logical and organized
• Presenter supports conclusions with evidence
• Presenter uses appropriate volume, tone, and pacing
• Presenter makes eye contact with audience
• Presenter is attentive when other group members are presenting

2 Progressing

• Minimum of five of the criteria for Proficient have been met
• More work is needed

1 Not Yet Meeting the Standards

• Less than five of the criteria for proficient have been met
• Presentation lacks content
• Presentation should be practiced and repeated