Subject Matter Knowledge Rubric
| Slightly complex | Moderately complex | Very complex | Exceedingly complex |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relies on everyday, practical knowledge; includes simple, concrete ideas. | Relies on common practical knowledge and some discipline-specific content knowledge; includes a mix of simple and more complicated, abstract ideas. | Relies on moderate levels of discipline-specific or theoretical knowledge; includes a mix of recognizable ideas and challenging abstract concepts. | Relies on extensive levels of discipline-specific or theoretical knowledge; includes a range of challenging abstract concepts. |