Session Self-Assessment with Rubric
A session self-assessment with a simple 3–4-criteria rubric, where each student scores themselves, explains their score and sets an improvement goal. Students practice self-assessment, responsibility and reflecting on their own learning.
How to play
- Hand out (1 min): the teacher gives out the rubric with 3 or 4 criteria (for example, effort, technique, teamwork and following the rules) and 4 levels each.
- Explanation (1 min): read one criterion and its levels out loud so everyone understands how to use it.
- Self-scoring (3 min): each student marks their level for each criterion and writes one sentence explaining each mark.
- Improvement goal (2 min): write one specific goal for next class, for example keep a steady pace in the repeats.
- Turn in (1 min): hand the sheet to the teacher, who will review it and return it with a comment.
Rules
- Be honest: rate what actually happened in class.
- Back up each score with a specific example.
- Work individually and quietly.
- Sheets are private between the student and the teacher.
Variations
Easier
Two criteria with levels shown as faces.
Standard
Full rubric with 3 or 4 criteria and explanations.
Harder
Compare with previous self-assessments and write what has improved and what hasn't.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: sheet on a clipboard or an oral answer to the teacher.
- Autism or reading difficulties: a rubric with pictures and short sentences.
- Shyness: a private oral check-in with the teacher instead of writing, if preferred.
Learning goals
- Develop the ability to self-assess with clear criteria.
- Take responsibility for their own learning.
- Set specific, achievable improvement goals.
Equipment for a class of 25
- rubric sheets: 25
- pens: 25
Teacher tip
Use the same rubric throughout a unit so students can see their progress. If a self-assessment doesn't match what you observed, discuss it privately, never in front of the group.
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