Game Board Rubric

Making A Game : Econ Board Game
Teacher Name: Mrs. Rowland
Student Name:     ________________________________________
CATEGORY	4	3	2	1
Knowledge Gained	All students in group could easily and correctly state several facts about the topic used for the game without looking at the game.	All students in the group could easily and correctly state 1-2 facts about the topic used for the game without looking at the game.	Most students in the group could easily and correctly state 1-2 facts about the topic used for the game without looking at the game.	Several students in the group could NOT correctly state facts about the topic used for the game without looking at the game.
Accuracy of Content	All information cards made for the game are correct.	All but one of the information cards made for the game are correct.	All but two of the information cards made for the game are correct.	Several information cards made for the game are not accurate.
Attractiveness	Contrasting colors and many graphics were used to give the cards and gameboard visual appeal.	Contrasting colors and some graphics were used to give the cards and gameboard visual appeal.	Contrasting colors and very few graphics were used to give the cards and gameboard visual appeal.	Little or no color or graphics.
Cooperative work	The group worked well together with all members contributing significant amounts of quality work.	The group generally worked well together with all members contributing some quality work.	The group worked fairly well together with all members contributing some work.	The group often did not work well together and the game appeared to be the work of only 1-2 students in the group.
Creativity	The group put a lot of thought into making the game interesting and fun to play as shown by creative questions, game pieces and/or game board.	The group put some thought into making the game interesting and fun to play by using textures, fancy writing, and/or interesting characters.	The group tried to make the game interesting and fun, but some of the things made it harder to understand/enjoy the game.	Little thought was put into making the game interesting or fun.
Rules	Rules were written clearly enough that all could easily participate.	Rules were written, but one part of the game needed slightly more explanation.	Rules were written, but people had some difficulty figuring out the game.	The rules were not written.
Date Created: Apr 19, 2011 03:51 pm (UTC)

Directions on Game Board

Creating your own economic board game

Theme

·      Do you want to create your own theme or model your game after an existing one?        

o   If creating your own theme, do you want a game of skill or one where you rely on chance while following a path?

·      Decide which economic area you would like to cover.

o   Reference your book for subject ideas

o   Ex. The stock market, economic indicators, etc.

·      Give your game a general theme

o   You can model your game after your interests

§  For example, create a music, sports or zombie themed game!

Rules and Directions

·      Try to keep the rules simple and easy to understand for new players

·      Rules to keep in mind:

o   The object of the game

o   How to set the game up initially

o   What equipment is needed to play the game

o   The minimum and maximum amount of players allowed

o   How to play the game

o   How to win the game

·      The game must be age appropriate; designed for high school students

Sketching a Rough Draft of your Game Board

·      At this stage, determine how much or how little detail you want to include on your board

·      Sketch your board design on paper first

·      If you’re making a path game, create a clear path with a start and a finish

·      Decorate your board

o   Color and design your own images or get them off of the internet

Creating your Game Board and Game Pieces

·      Use sturdy material such as cardboard when constructing your final game board

·      Create your own game pieces or use pieces from an existing game

You will be working in groups of three and presenting your game to the class.

Your completed project is due: May 13^th

See the attached rubric grading.

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