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Public Speaking 
We use this rubric to evaluate speakers at our public speaking club. Feel free to use it for yours.
Rubric Code: E4757
By hiroshi99
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Public Rubric
Subject: Communication  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Excellent

5 pts

Above Average

4 pts

Average

3 pts

Below Average

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

1

States the purpose.
Excellent

The purpose is clear and captures the listener’s attention.
Above Average
Average

The purpose is apparent.
Below Average
Poor

The purpose is not evident.
2

Organizes the content.
Excellent

The content is organized logically with fluid transitions to listener’s attention throughout the entire presentation.
Above Average
Average

The organization of the content is congruent; transitions are evident.
Below Average
Poor

The content lacks organization; transitions are abrupt and distracting.
3

Supports ideas.
Excellent

Important details add to the interest and depth of the presentation; details work to connect the listener to the speech.
Above Average
Average

The speaker provides the basic details necessary for the listener to understand the premise of the presentation.
Below Average
Poor

The majority of ideas are unsupported by additional information or explanation.
4

Incorporates stories and examples.
Excellent

Relevant examples or stories work to interest the listener and further develop main ideas.
Above Average
Average

Stories and examples obviously relate to the content of the speech.
Below Average
Poor

Stories and examples are missing or unrelated.
5

Summarizes the main idea(s).
Excellent

The conclusion unites the important points of the presentation and encourages future discussion.
Above Average
Average

The conclusion summarizes the main ideas.
Below Average
Poor

The speech ends without a summary.
Delivery
  Excellent

5 pts

Above Average

4 pts

Average

3 pts

Below Average

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

6

Demonstrates awareness of listener’s needs.
Excellent

The choices of language, examples, and aids work together to heighten the listener’s interest and connection to the topic.
Above Average
Average

The speaker’s word choices, explanations, and enthusiasm are appropriate for the topic and for each point; appropriate aids are incorporated.
Below Average
Poor

The presentation is uninteresting.
7

Speaks clearly with appropriate vocabulary and information.
Excellent

The vocabulary is descriptive and accurate, engaging the listener through imagery.
Above Average
Average

The vocabulary provides clarity and avoids confusion.
Below Average
Poor

The vocabulary is awkward or inappropriate for the topic, making the speaker difficult to understand.
8

Uses tone, speed, and volume as tools.
Excellent

The speaker manipulates tone, speed, and volume, using these tools to emphasize important ideas and hold the listener’s attention.
Above Average
Average

The speaker avoids distracting vocal fillers or physical mannerisms and uses adequate speed and volume throughout the presentation.
Below Average
Poor

Vocal fillers are present throughout the presentation. Speed and volume are inappropriate for the presentation.
9

Demonstrates complexity of thought and vocabulary.
Excellent

Variation of sentence structure and word choice works to keep the listener interested and provides multiple examples and descriptions.
Above Average
Average

Sentence structure and word choice are varied to avoid monotony of tone and repetition of ideas.
Below Average
Poor

Sentence structure and word choice are monotonous and uninteresting.
10

Appears comfortable with audience.
Excellent

Eye contact, interaction with aids, and physical gestures demonstrate the speaker’s energy and interest, guiding the listener through the presentation.
Above Average
Average

Eye contact, interaction with aids, and physical gestures are natural and fluid.
Below Average
Poor

Eye contact with the audience is lacking. Gestures are missing or awkward. The speaker depends heavily on the written speech or notes.




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