Personal Reflection

Score	Label	Descriptor
0	Not Addressed	No reflection or does not respond to the task.
1	Minimal	Very limited response; shows little understanding of the research process or group work.
2	Basic	Describes what happened but gives limited explanation or connection to learning.
3	Developing	Shows some understanding of research and group work, but explanations are partial or general.
4	Clear	Clear explanation of learning, strengths, and weaknesses with relevant examples.
5	Insightful	Strong reflection with clear reasoning, specific examples, and concrete improvements.

Criterion	What to Look For
Understanding of Research Process	How well the student explains what they learned about research topics, questions, or methods.
Application to Own Work	How clearly the student connects reflection to their own research topic or question.
Group Work Reflection	How well the student reflects on participation, communication, and collaboration.
Identification of Strengths and Weaknesses	How clearly the student identifies what worked well and what needs improvement.
Actionable Improvement	How specific and realistic the student’s next steps are for improving their work.