0 pts
1 pts
2 pts
5 pts
7 pts
8 pts
10 pts
Speak conversationally from your knowledge of the topic (not from notes or memorized script)
Maintain direct, consistent and comfortable eye contact with audience throughout your presentation
Project your voice at a clear and comfortable volume appropriate for the size of the room/audience
speak with a varied, dynamic, interesting pace (avoid using a 'sing-song,' predictable rhythmic-pattern)
Maintain a professional (i.e., appropriate), organized, and well-prepared delivery throughout
Utilize time frame given of 2 minute minimum. (Grace Period: does not exceed 6:00 minutes)
2.5 pts
3 pts
3.5 pts
4 pts
4.5 pts
State your name, era, & topic of your discussion/talk
Explain why you chose this topic/era for your American Studies research project.
State your thesis statement (i.e., one sentence summary of what you concentrated your research on)
Explain the main points of the talk in a clear and organized manner (follow thesis statement)
12 pts
14 pts
16 pts
18 pts
20 pts
Summarize your main points (what did your research focus on?)
6 pts
8.5 pts
End with Impact-what did you learn? How has this project changed your thinking on your topic/era?