iRubric: PSY 399 PowerPoint Presentation Rubric

Content is inadequate. Support from various resources, when needed, is lacking or is inaccurate. Little evidence that the presenter understands the the assignment, that is, what's required to respond adequately to the demands of the assignment.

Content is barely adequate because it's incomplete or sometimes more than occasionally off the mark. Supporting arguments, when needed, are absent, incomplete, or misapplied. Hard to judge whether the presenter "got" the assignment or simply misunderstood the points that were made.

There is adequate content that is more often than not supported by appropriate arguments from the text or from outside sources. The presentation, although not especially sophisticated, is definitely competent.

There is more than adequate content that is well supported by appropriate arguments. Insight into the issues at hand is particularly sharp and the presenter recognizes potential flaws in his or her reasoning. Recommended and individually obtained outside sources are used to make important points.

The presenter is clearly not "into" the presentation. Very little attempt is made to engage the class and to sell the necessary "points." The presenter seems unsure of many of the points being made

The presenter demonstrates a modest enthusiasm but appears to be more interested in fulfilling an obligation than in presenting important ideas.

The presenter demonstrates enthusiasm for the topic and makes a legitimate attempt to sell the arguments to the class, although the methods used are not entirely successful.

The presenter does a wonderful job of keeping the class focused on the topic at hand AND also entertaining them, but always does so while making valid and pertinent arguments that produce insight into the relevant issues.