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Speech Rubric Research-based Speech Rubric Rubric for assessment of non-research-based speeches (with references to the DK Guide to Public Speaking) Rubric Code: Y6B67X By helenacosta Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Communication Type: Presentation Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Research-based speech Enter rubric description
	Model Speaker 5 pts	Spokesperson 4.5 pts	Average Speaker 3.5 pts	Fledgling Speaker 2 pts	Lax Speaker 0 pts
Attention Getter pp. 144-149	Model Speaker Device grabs attention of audience. It's creative, imaginative and thoughtful.	Spokesperson Attention device has audience watching and thinking.	Average Speaker Audience is listening with some attention.	Fledgling Speaker Attention device is unrelated to the topic.	Lax Speaker Attention device is missing.
Relating Topic to Audience	Model Speaker Relates topic to audience with strong connection and clear reasoning.	Spokesperson Relates topic to audience building a good connection between audience and topic.	Average Speaker Relates topic to audience building a fair connection between audience and topic.	Fledgling Speaker Attempts to connect topic with audience but is unsuccessful.	Lax Speaker No attempt made to connect the topic with the audience.
Relating Topic to Self	Model Speaker Detailed information provided directly relates topic to self with strength and clarity.	Spokesperson Convinces audience of a relationship between the topic and self.	Average Speaker Topic related to self in an appropriate way.	Fledgling Speaker Attempts to relate topic to self but the connection is not very convincing.	Lax Speaker No credibility established.
Thesis and Preview pp 76-87, 146-147	Model Speaker Thesis clearly revealed and well structured for speech as well as audience. Previews body of speech in a memorable and effective way.	Spokesperson Thesis stated and appropriate for the speech as well as audience. Previews body so audience knows main points in brevity.	Average Speaker Thesis needs strength or structure. Audience is somewhat considered. Preview incomplete.	Fledgling Speaker Thesis missing OR Preview missing.	Lax Speaker Thesis inappropriate or missing AND Forecast is missing or indistinguishable.
Main Points pp. 152-155	Model Speaker Main points are effective and strongly support thesis.	Spokesperson Main points are separate and support thesis.	Average Speaker Some main points overlap or are redundant.	Fledgling Speaker Some main points are unclear.	Lax Speaker Some main points are missing.
Subpoints pp. 166-168	Model Speaker Main points are strongly supported with convincing evidence from a variety of true stories, surprising facts and examples.	Spokesperson Main points are supported with convincing evidence from a variety of true stories, surprising facts, and examples.	Average Speaker Main points are supported with the minimum of a true story and an example, though the attempt is somewhat awkward.	Fledgling Speaker Support for main points is below the minimum requirement.	Lax Speaker No support for the main points is presented.
Transition pp. 152-153	Model Speaker Complete transition between main points creates effective flow.	Spokesperson Clear, complete transition between main points.	Average Speaker Complete but awkward transition between main points.	Fledgling Speaker Transition missing an element.	Lax Speaker Transition is missing.
Conclusion Review pp. 149-151	Model Speaker Reviews Thesis and main points of speech in a memorable and effective way that provides an effective flow leading to the Moral and WOW Statement.	Spokesperson Reviews Thesis and main points of speech in a clear way that provides an effective flow leading to the Moral and WOW Statement.	Average Speaker Reviews Thesis and main points clearly.	Fledgling Speaker Reviews thesis or main points OR the reviews were awkward and hard to follow.	Lax Speaker Review of thesis and main points missing.
Moral & WOW Statement pp. 149-151	Model Speaker Moral and WOW statement are compelling and memorable.	Spokesperson Moral and WOW statement are clear and complete.	Average Speaker Moral and WOW statement are complete but lack a sense of closure.	Fledgling Speaker Speech ends abruptly, may be missing elements of Moral and WOW statement.	Lax Speaker Conclusion missing. Audience didn't know when to clap OR the speaker ended with "That's it", "I'm done", "the end", etc...
Volume variation pp. 290-291	Model Speaker Volume easily heard throughout the audience; adds interest, drama, passion.	Spokesperson Volume easily heard throughout audience, adds interest.	Average Speaker Volume easily heard throughout much of the speech, though at times a bit too soft, too loud or directionless.	Fledgling Speaker Volume is consistently too loud or too soft.	Lax Speaker No effort to vary volume for audience interest is made.
Rate Variation pp 289-290	Model Speaker Rate variation is effective and clear; adds power, drama, empathy, suspense.	Spokesperson Rate is understandable and appropriate throughout the speech.	Average Speaker Rate is occasionally too fast or too slow. A few words garbled.	Fledgling Speaker Rate is consistently too fast.	Lax Speaker Rate is consistently too slow.
Pitch Variation p 288	Model Speaker Pitch variation is effective and dynamic; adds interest and focus.	Spokesperson Pitch variation is effective and appropriate throughout the speech.	Average Speaker Pitch variation is effective much of the time but there are times when you become monotone or directionless.	Fledgling Speaker Pitch variation is largely ineffective. You show a lack of focus on connecting with the audience. Though much of the speech you sound monotone and/or directionless.	Lax Speaker You show a lack of focus on connecting with the audience. Throughout the speech you sound monotone and/or directionless.
Oral Style	Model Speaker Conversational style flows easily; engages and enthralls the audience; fluid speech. Speaker appears relaxed and confident.	Spokesperson Mostly conversational; throughout most of the speech you engage the audience. Work just a bit to excite and enthrall the audience more fully.	Average Speaker While much of the speech seems memorized or performed there are times that you talk to us - do this more often so we can connect more fully.	Fledgling Speaker Attempts to be conversational; reading, reciting or lack of audience focus lead to written or stiltied style. Nervousness apparent.	Lax Speaker Not conversational; speech delivered entirely in written or awkward, stilted style.
Vocal Fillers p 292	Model Speaker Conversational style flows easily; you engage the audience without distracting with vocal fillers.	Spokesperson Only a few vocal fillers that do not distract from the fluency of the message.	Average Speaker The vocal fillers begin to interrupt the flow of your speech. This disrupts audience attention.	Fledgling Speaker The consistent vocal fillers interrupt the flow of your speech and force the audience to work to follow the message.	Lax Speaker Nearly impossible to follow the flow of the speech due to the constant interruptions caused by vocal fillers.
Language Chapter 10	Model Speaker Language is vivid, clear and unique enough to maintain audience interest. Grammar/ pronunciation correct.	Spokesperson Language is clear, interesting and understandable with few grammar/pronunciation errors.	Average Speaker Language is plain, uninteresting; several grammar/pronunciation errors.	Fledgling Speaker Language has many grammar/pronunciation errors.	Lax Speaker Language is offensive/marginalizing.
Eye Contact pp 286-287	Model Speaker Effectively, consistently engages audience with friendly, comfortable and compelling eye contact, speaking to one person per thought or phrase.	Spokesperson Consistently engages audience with eye contact, speaking to one person per thought or phrase.	Average Speaker Attempts to establish eye contact but engages in 1-2 of the ineffective behaviors on pp 286-287	Fledgling Speaker The intimacy of direct eye contact seems too scary. The eyes slide away from audience members constantly.	Lax Speaker Rarely looks at audience. The audience feels left out and bored.
Facial Expressions pp 285-286	Model Speaker Facial expressions enhance the message and are consistent with the intent of the message for the entire presentation.	Spokesperson Facial expressions are consistent with the intent of the message throughout most of the presentation.	Average Speaker Facial expressions are somewhat consistent with the intent of the message.	Fledgling Speaker Facial expressions are stoic, plain or the speaker seems bored.	Lax Speaker Facial expressions do not match the intended message and create confusion or misplace audience focus.
Posture, Body Movement and Gestures pp 283-285	Model Speaker Relaxed yet focused upright posture, body movement and gestures effectively focus attention on the message.	Spokesperson Posture is upright but may be a bit stiff. Body movement and gestures are appropriate but infrequent.	Average Speaker Posture is directed downward or is off-balance. Attempts to use body movement and gestures. Appears uncomfortable.	Fledgling Speaker Posture appears weak and uncomfortable. Body movement and gestures appear robotic or distracting.	Lax Speaker No attention or energy is given to posture. No attempt made to use body movement or gestures to enhance message.
Clothing and Grooming pp 286-288	Model Speaker Attire is clean, fits well and is appropriate for the occasion. Grooming choices assure that hair and adornments don’t draw focus from the message.	Spokesperson Attire is clean and appropriate for the occasion. Grooming choices may need a little more attention (hair out of eyes, no cap, no bangles, etc…)	Average Speaker Your clothing choices minimally distract from the message. Please don't wear clothes with images or logos.	Fledgling Speaker Attire too casual. Your clothes diminish your credibility by drawing attention to themselves and distracting from the message. In addition, please work on your grooming to assure that hair and other adornments don’t draw focus.	Lax Speaker Your attire and grooming consistently draws attention from the message; Please wear clothes that fit, keep your hair out of your eyes and avoid jewelry that makes noises.
Speaking outline 4 cards max. pp 181-186	Model Speaker Key words/phrases except thesis, all elements represented; cards are sequenced.	Spokesperson Key words/phrases except thesis, all most elements represented; cards are sequenced.	Average Speaker While most elements are represented the delivery outline is written in full sentences.	Fledgling Speaker A manuscript is used rather than a keyword outline.	Lax Speaker Speaking outline is missing.

Keywords:

research, speech,

Subjects:

Communication

Types:

Presentation

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