| Detail & Creativity |
The reflection offers in-depth and creative insights into how the Minecraft task brought the world of Holes to life. The settings and character representations are thoroughly explained with specific examples. The design choices are clearly linked to the novel’s themes and symbols. |
The reflection offers good insights into the task, with clear examples of how the settings and characters were recreated in Minecraft. Some creative decisions are explained, but may lack depth or unique connections to the novel. |
The reflection provides a basic overview of the task, with general examples of the recreated settings and characters. Creativity is evident, but the connection to the novel’s themes is not fully developed. |
The reflection lacks detail and creativity. Few examples are provided of how the Minecraft task represented the world of Holes. Connections to the novel’s themes are minimal or unclear. |
The reflection provides minimal detail and lacks creativity. There is little to no connection made between the Minecraft task and the world of Holes. Examples of settings and characters are vague or absent. |
| Understanding of Themes |
Demonstrates a strong understanding of key themes such as friendship, loyalty, and authority. These themes are well-integrated into the Minecraft designs, with a clear connection to the narrative of Holes. |
Shows a good understanding of the themes of Holes, with relevant connections to the Minecraft designs. The reflection touches on how the settings and characters represent these themes. |
The reflection demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of Holes and its themes. Connections between the Minecraft designs and the novel are made but may lack depth or clarity. |
Shows a limited understanding of the themes of Holes. Connections between the Minecraft designs and the novel are weak or not well-explained. |
The reflection shows a poor understanding of the novel’s themes. Connections between the Minecraft designs and Holes are either nonexistent or incorrect. |
| Collaboration |
The reflection provides a detailed account of group collaboration, highlighting how teamwork contributed to the success of the task. Specific examples of group interactions and problem-solving are included. |
Group collaboration is addressed, with examples of teamwork and problem-solving. However, the reflection could benefit from more specific details or analysis. |
Collaboration is mentioned, but details on teamwork and group interactions are limited. The reflection touches on group work, but without specific examples or analysis. |
Mentions of group collaboration are minimal, and there is little to no analysis of how teamwork impacted the task. Specific examples of group interactions are missing. |
The reflection does not address group collaboration or teamwork. There are no examples of how the group worked together. |
| Presentation & Connection |
The final presentation is thoughtfully constructed, with Canva slides that clearly demonstrate the connection between the designs and the novel. Key areas are well-labeled, and the explanations show a deep understanding of the task’s objectives. |
The final presentation uses Canva slides effectively, but the connection between the designs and the novel’s themes may not be as clearly articulated. Some key areas are labeled, but explanations may lack depth. |
The final presentation includes Canva slides, but the connection between the designs and the novel may be superficial or unclear. Labeling of key areas is present but may not be fully explained. |
The final presentation is basic, with Canva slides that lack depth. Key areas may be labeled, but there is little explanation of how they connect to the novel. |
The final presentation lacks clarity and does not effectively use Canva slides. Key areas are not labeled or explained, and the connection to the novel is missing. |
| Reflection |
The reflection shows strong personal growth and a deepened understanding of the novel through the Minecraft project. |
The reflection shows an understanding of the novel and the task, though it may not fully explore how the experience impacted the student’s comprehension of Holes. |
The reflection shows a basic understanding of the novel and the task. However, personal growth and deeper insights into the novel are not fully explored. |
The reflection shows little understanding of the novel or the task’s objectives. Personal growth is not evident, and the connection between the project and the novel is weak. |
The reflection shows little to no understanding of the novel. There is no evidence of personal growth, and the task’s objectives are not addressed. |
