Competent Developing Novice What?
C 1 Is able to identify the hypothesis to be tested

The hypothesis is clearly stated.

The hypothesis to be tested is described but there are minor omissions or vague details.

An attempt is made to identify the hypothesis to be tested but is described in a confusing manner.

No mention is made of a hypothesis

C 2 Is able to design a reliable experiment that tests the hypothesis

The experiment tests the hypothesis and has a high likelihood of producing data that will lead to a conclusive judgment.

The experiment tests the hypothesis, but due to the nature of the design there is a moderate chance the data will lead to an inconclusive judgment.

The experiment tests the hypothesis, but due to the nature of the design it is likely the data will lead to an incorrect judgment.

The experiment does not test the hypothesis.