| Exceptional | Adequate | Needs Improvement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Story Board | Detailed examples, file names given, links listed; all information relates to the overall purpose. | Some examples, file names and links. | Missing details, file names and/or links. |
| Organization | Inviting opening page draws the visitor inside; details are logical and effective; layout of pages provides good direction; easy to navigate through the pages | Inconsistent structure of pages or sequencing is inconsistent; some pages incomplete; some links disjointed/lack purpose; unclear connections among sections; sense of being lost or unsure navigating | No orientation for visitors; sequencing unclear; pages lack closure; no focus for links; pages are inconsistent; difficult to navigate in an organized way |
| Frames | Frames enhance the use of the page; the entire page is displayed within the frame | Frames exist within the site but do not enhance the ease of use. | Frames are not used within the site. |
| List | At least one list is used; all elements of the list tag are included. | List is included but some tags are missing. | No list is found. |
| Tables (Padding and Spacing) | Cell padding and spacing used to enhance the readability of the table information | Cell padding and cell spacing are used in at least one table | No cell padding or cell spacing used in the tables |
| Column and Row Span | Column span and row span used to enhance readability of the table information | Column span and/or row span used. | Column span and row span not used. |
| Vertical Alignment of Text | Vertical alignment of text within a table used to enhance readability of table information. | Vertical alignment of text not used consistently within a table | No vertical text alignment within a table |
| Horizontal Alingment of Table and Text | Tables are placed on pages enhancing the page appearance. Text within the table is easy to read and follow due to text alignment | Table alignment and alignment of the text within a table is changed but does not necessarily enhance the readability of the information | Horizontal alignment of the table and table text is the default. |
| Form Elements | All elements within the tags are included. The correct type of input tag is used (checkbox, radio, text, pop-up, etc.) | Most of the elements within the tags are complete. The correct input type is used most of the time. | Forms are disorganized; tags are incomplete; and the correct input type is not always used. |
| Form Layout | Forms are within a table for ease of use and organization. | At least one form is within a table. | No tables are used to organize forms. |
| Correct Spelling and Word Usage | Grammar and usage are correct, punctuation is accurate, spelling is correct, site needs little or no editing | Minor problems with grammar or usage, punctuation sometimes missing or wrong, spelling is usually correct, site needs some editing | Paragraph structure is missing, errors in grammar or usage noticeable, many punctuation mistakes, frequent spelling errors, site needs extensive editing |
| Easy Navigation Between Pages | Title page with other pages branching off; navigation path is clear and logical, all links work | Three pages with clear order, labeling and navigation between pages; all links work | Two pages with links to other pages. |
| Creativity | The page is inviting, well organized, creative thought was given to each page. | Pages are organized, creativity is shown | Some creative imagination is demonstrated |
| RGB and Hex Color Codes | Color codes are used instead of color names; color codes are written correctly | Color codes and color names are used; most color codes are written correctly | Some color codes are used but color names are used the majority of the time. |
| Images and Colors | Images and colors enhance the page | Some images and colors are used | Few images and colors are used |
| HTML Tags are Correct and Easy to Read | HTML tags are correct and easy to read | Most HTML tags are correct; Most are easy to find | HTML tags are difficult to find/read; Many tags are not correct |