iRubric: Video Presentation Argument rubric

Clearly states the position and effectively persuades the reader of validity of argument; gives clear, accurate and compelling evidence in support of the argument from at least three sources.

A clear position is stated; gives logical evidence in support of the argument from at least three sources.

Either a position is not clearly given or little attempt is made at an argument; evidence from three or fewer sources is present; that evidence doesn't necessarily connect back to the overall argument.

A summary of the situation is given; no attempt or faulty attempt at argument is present; evidence is vague, unclear or missing.

Student's voice is clear and easily heard; clear transitions and links between ideas to help my listeners follow the lines of reasoning; formal speech patterns present, and also includes voice; student paces self.

Student's voice is heard clearly for a majority of the presentation; transitions and details between ideas to help my listeners understand each point; speech is formal; student paces self for the most part.

The student's voice is difficult to hear and may fade in and out at different times. There are transitions, but listeners have difficulty hearing each point clearly to determine its logic or formality; pacing is either too fast or too slow.

Student is difficult or impossible to hear; student's pacing is consistently too fast or too slow.