Rubric (Final Project CS-594)

Fine-Tuning and Integration of AI Models (10%)

2%	4%	6%	8%	10%
Only one AI technique integrated with minimal effort or inappropriate model choice. No fine-tuning achieved. Integration is superficial with no optimization.	Two AI techniques used but poorly integrated or not well-suited to their tasks. Limited fine-tuning demonstrated. Limited optimization effort shown.	Two appropriate AI techniques integrated with basic functionality. Fine-tuning demonstrated, but not optimal. Some optimization attempted but significant improvements possible.	Two well-chosen AI techniques effectively integrated and optimized for their respective tasks. Strong fine-tuning techniques demonstrated. Clear rationale for model selection.	Excellent integration of multiple AI techniques with sophisticated optimization. Excellent approach and results from fine-tuning. Models are perfectly suited to tasks with exceptional implementation.

Functionality (10%)

2%	4%	6%	8%	10%
Project is largely non-functional with AI components not working. Major bugs and errors prevent basic usage.	Project runs but AI components frequently fail or produce incorrect results. Significant functionality issues present.	Project is functional with AI components working in most cases. Some bugs or limitations affect user experience.	Project is fully working with AI components functioning reliably as intended. Minor issues may exist but don’t impact core functionality.	Project is fully functional with flawless AI integration. All components work seamlessly together with robust error handling.

Innovation and Creativity (10%)

2%	4%	6%	8%	10%
Generic AI usage with no creative application. Design is basic with poor aesthetics and no meaningful AI enhancement.	AI used in conventional ways with limited creativity. Design shows some effort but AI doesn’t meaningfully enhance the experience.	Creative AI application with interesting use cases. Design is competent with AI providing noticeable visual or interactive improvements.	Innovative AI usage providing unique and compelling experiences. Strong aesthetic and functional design that effectively leverages AI capabilities.	Exceptional creativity with groundbreaking AI applications. Outstanding design that seamlessly integrates AI to create truly unique and compelling experiences.

Ethical Analysis (10%)

2%	4%	6%	8%	10%
No ethical analysis provided or only superficial acknowledgment of issues. No consideration of biases or societal impacts.	Limited ethical analysis with minimal identification of potential issues. Brief mention of biases but no mitigation strategies proposed.	Adequate evaluation of biases and ethical implications with some discussion of societal impacts. Basic mitigation proposals included.	Thorough evaluation of potential biases, ethical implications, and societal impacts. Clear and practical proposals for mitigating identified risks.	Comprehensive and insightful ethical analysis demonstrating deep understanding of AI implications. Sophisticated mitigation strategies with consideration of broader societal impacts.

Presentation and Research (20%)

4%	8%	12%	16%	20%
Presentation is unclear and disorganized with minimal explanation of AI features. If in a team, roles were undefined and collaboration issues evident. No research evident and/or cited-papers.	Presentation covers basic points but lacks engagement or clear explanation of AI integration process. If in a team, some team member contributions unclear. Limited research evident.	Clear presentation highlighting main AI features and challenges faced. If in a team, collaboration is adequate with most roles and contributions identifiable. Research evident, but with gaps or issues.	Clear and engaging presentation effectively showcasing AI features and their purpose. Comprehensive explanation of integration process including model selection and solutions, with well-defined team roles (if applicable). Strong, well-cited research evident.	Outstanding presentation that captivates audience while thoroughly explaining AI implementation. Exceptional teamwork (if applicable) with seamless collaboration and clearly articulated individual contributions. Excellent and well-cited approach to research