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Song Writing and Presentation

Students suggested that they create rap lyrics for Public Speaking class. Students are expected to create a rap incorporating the theme of overcoming hardship. They must include real world examples (evidence) to support the articulated theme in writing.

Rubric Code: N2W27X2

By ntelesford30

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Subject: English

Type: Presentation

Grade Levels: 9-12

Song Writing and Presentation
	Exemplary 4 pts	Satisfactory 3 pts	Fair 2 pts	Poor 1 pts
Rap Lyrics	Exemplary The rap lyrics are outstanding. The words memorable. The rap lyrics are enthusiastically received by the audience.	Satisfactory The rap lyrics are good. The words memorable. The rap lyrics are enthusiastically received by the audience.	Fair The rap lyrics are some what coherent. The rap lyrics are well received by the audience.	Poor The rap lyrics are not coherent. The words are not memorable.
Tempo and Melody	Exemplary The melody and rhythm were perfectly performed. Student's could clap along to a steady beat.	Satisfactory Tempo and rhythm are consistent. The melody is mostly smooth and clear..	Fair Tempo and rhythm are sometimes unclear or slow down and speed up. The melody is apparent is some places but unclear in others.	Poor The song is choppy with a unnatural mix of tempo. The melody of the song is unclear.
Organization	Exemplary The writer clearly organized information, used mostly correct grammar and spelling and used legible handwriting.	Satisfactory The writer lacked one of the following: clearly organized information, correct grammar and spelling usage, and/or legible handwriting.	Fair The writer lacked two of the following: <BR> clearly organized information, correct grammar and spelling usage, and/or legible handwriting.	Poor The song was unorganized and difficult to follow.
Relevance to the Theme	Exemplary The themes are clearly explained and relevant to today's society. A sufficient amount of evidence supports this theme.	Satisfactory The theme from the composition is explained but the evidence that support this theme is not provided.	Fair The theme from the composition is not clearly explained and specific evidence that supports this theme is not provided or if provided, the evidence seems confusing.	Poor The theme from the composition is not explained and specific evidence that supports this claim is not provided.
Visual	Exemplary Student uses several visuals to support the lyrics' theme.	Satisfactory Student uses 2 visuals that accurately fit the lyrics' theme, and make the presentation better.	Fair Student uses 1 visual which make the presentation better.	Poor The student doesn't use visuals OR the visuals chosen detract from the presentation.