iRubric: Research Paper Presentation rubric

The speaker failed to introduce the speech OR the introduction was not useful in indicating what the speech was about. Did not establish credibility. The speaker ended the speech abruptly without conclusion.

14

The speaker introduced the speech, but some details were unclear. The introduction lacked an attention getter and/or a preview of main points. Did not establish credibility. The speaker concluded the speech without in a disorganized fashion.

16

The speaker introduced the speech adequately, including an attention getter and a preview of the main points of the speech. Established credibility. The speaker concluded the speech by adequately summarizing the main points.

18

Speaker introduced the speech well, including an attention getter and a preview of main points. Enthusiasm was shown and audience was brought into the speech. Established credibility. Conclusion: main points summarized, referred back to the introduction to bring the speech full circle, and left the audience with a lasting impression!

20

There is no organization to the information being presented. Effort was not given and students and teacher learned nothing from the experience. Proper resources were not used.

8

Information is not organized as assigned, but still presented. Many questions are left unanswered. Students used 1-2 reliable sources (one library database/books).

12

Information is somewhat organized as assigned. Some questions are left unanswered. Students used 3-4 reliable sources (two library database/books).

13

Information is thoroughly organized as assigned. The most important information is highlighted and presented effectively. Students used 4-5 reliable sources (two library database/books).

15

Lack of visual support and/or visuals did not enhance topic or reflect research.

6

The use of visuals is evident and some of them add depth to the presentation.

Visuals lend a great deal to the presentation. Effort is obvious and main ideas are often reflected in the use of these objects or images.

9

Visuals were created and presented in such a way as to enlighten topic and reflect serious connections with main ideas. Visuals do not simply stand on their own; they are an integral part of this presentation and add depth to the understanding.

The speaker seldom looked at the audience. The speaker's posture and expression indicated a lack of enthusiasm or comfortableness with the speech. Some movements were very distracting and made the speech difficult to follow.

3

The speaker looked up occasionally and focused on only a few people during the speech. The speaker had some distracting movement during delivery. Facial expressions seemed forced or absent.

4

The speaker looked at much of the audience often. The speaker maintained adequate posture and non-distracting movement during the speech. Expressions were comfortable.

4.5

The speaker looked at all of the audience most of the time. The speaker maintained good posture. Movements were purposeful and enhanced the delivery of the speech. Facial expressions were comfortable and showed enthusiasm for the topic.

5