STEP BY STEP
Step 1. Create an activity
To begin, go to the activity creator in Mathew under Create activity and define the basic parameters of the activity: course, class, language and answer format (digital or paper).
Once done, load the content, whether by copying a text, using a piece of content, selecting previously created exercises or creating your own exercises. This activity will serve as the basis on which you will create your rubric.
If in Step 3 of creating the activity we select that the activity is linked to the specific competences, Mathew will automatically generate a rubric based on these elements, which will make assessment easier and allow students' performance to be measured objectively in relation to the defined competences.
Step 2. Select the assessment methods
After generating the exercises, the next step is to define how the activity will be assessed. At this point, you will find the «Add a rubric» option. When you select it, Mathew will let you start creating the assessment rubric linked to the activity you are designing or use a rubric you have already created.
Step 3. Customise the rubric
Mathew offers different customisation options so the rubric can suit your needs:
You can define performance levels (for example, excellent, good, fair, insufficient) - Qualitative scoring.
Adjust the scores associated with each level - Quantitative scoring.
Add clear descriptions for each criterion, so that students understand exactly what is expected of them.
This flexibility ensures the rubric is useful both for the teacher and the students.
Step 4. Name the rubric
It is important to give the rubric a clear and descriptive name, so that you can easily identify it within Mathew. For example: “Reading comprehension rubric” or “Problem-solving assessment – Mathematics”.
Step 5. Define the assessment criteria
You can define a maximum of 10 assessment criteria that reflect the key aspects you want to measure in the activity. Some examples of criteria could be:
Clarity in presenting ideas
Correct application of concepts
Spelling and writing
Creativity and originality
IMPORTANT: These criteria are what Mathew will use to assess the activity, allowing an objective and detailed evaluation of students' performance.
Step 6. Generate and edit the rubric
Once the criteria and levels are defined, Mathew will automatically generate the rubric within seconds.
If you want to make further adjustments, you can use the «Edit» function, located in the top right corner, to modify scores, descriptions or any other detail.
Step 7. Save and finish
And that's it! Your rubric is ready to be used in the activity. You can keep modifying it as needed, but always remember to save the changes so they are recorded.
Now you can assess your students objectively and consistently, providing a clear guide of what is expected in each activity.
