Oscillating Systems Modeling: Rubric for Model Report

Objective: Given a graphical representation of periodic data, students will be able to calculate the coefficients of the sine function that models the data.

Beginning	ü Correct transfer of model parameters from physics reports ü Correct transfer of raw data to Excel spreadsheet
Developing	ü Accurate discussion of vertical shift (coefficient d). ü Provide information relating graph to the coefficient value.
Accomplished	ü Correct calculations of coefficients a, b, and c. ü Correct calculated version of mathematical model
Exemplary	ü Evaluation of accuracy of the mathematical model ü Modifying of coefficients to make model more accurate ü Clear explanation of how modifications(if any) were made and why modifications were necessary. ü Appropriate observations about: o Difficulties involved with creating the model. o Quality of the data ü Provide example of a prediction made with the model
Extensions	ü Appropriate modifications of the Excel modeling tool ü Creation of additional modeling tools (possibly using other software applications)