Classroom Based Assessments (CBAs) glossary of terms
Rubrics Glossary from OSPI Pilot 2004 **Note** These terms are defined in the specific context of the rubrics.
accurately – without errors
analyze – to examine methodically by separating into parts and studying their interrelations
cite – to quote as an authority or example; to mention or bring forward as support,illustration, or proof
compare – to examine in order to note similarities or differences
contrast – to set in opposition in order to note similarities or differences
define – to state the precise meaning of a word or concept
describe – to give an account of, in speech or in writing
discuss – to examine or consider a subject, in speech or in writing
evaluate – to examine and judge carefully
evidence – items or information, which support a conclusion or argument
explain – to make plain or comprehensible; to offer reasons for or a cause of; justify
explicit – clearly and directly stated
interpret – to provide one explanation for the meaning of something
outline – to give a general description or summarization covering the main points of a subject
persuade – to undertake a course of action or embrace a point of view by means of argument or reasoning
present – to offer for observation, examination, or consideration; show or display
specify – to state explicitly or in detail
summarize – to present the substance in a condensed form
support – to provide evidence in favor of a statement or position