Text Box: FOSS Variables Unit ~ Logo & LegoLogo Control of Basic Commands Uses a few of the basic commands 1 Uses many of the basic commands 3 Uses most of the basic commands 5 Uses all of the basic commands 7 Goes beyond the basic commands 9 Debugging / Problem Solving Skills Able to get through a bit of frustration 1 Uses some strategies for debugging 3 Applies several problem solving methods 5 Flexibly chooses appropriate debugging tools 7 Able to help other people learn debugging 9 Inquiry and Experimentation Beginning to explore; not testing variables 1 Good exploring; trying out some variables 3 Skillful exploration; controls variables 5 Uses variables with all procedures 7 Creates independent inquiry with variables 9 Teamwork / Time on Task Rarely helps other people; variably on task 1 Somewhat helpful; usually on task 3 Very helpful; almost always on task 5 Always helpful; always on task 7 Works as a leader; models excellent focus 9 Inventor’s Notebook / Metacognition Minimal writing; a little reflection 1 Some recording; some metacognition 3 Very descriptive; good self-assessment 5 Excellent writing; in-depth reflection 7 Also includes diagrams; group thoughts, too 9