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Analysis of Short story 
Short Story Presentation that evaluates the following areas: 1. Focus of Analysis 2. The analysis of theme 3. The analysis of literary techniques used in the work, and how they are used to depict theme 4. The quality of the powerpoint/poster used in the presentation. 5. The quality of the oral presentation. 6. The preparedness of the presentation. 7. The timeliness of the assignment.
Rubric Code: DXWW63A
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Subject: English  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12, Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Short Story Presentation
  Excellent

10 pts

Good

8 pts

Fair

6 pts

Poor

4 pts

Focus of Analysis
10 pts

Excellent

Student gave a detailed summary of the discussion, providing background and research
Good

Student gave a summary of the discussion providing some background, but no research mentioned.
Fair

Student gave a brief summary of the discussion
Poor

The student did not give a description of what was to be discussed.
Discussion of Theme
10 pts

Excellent

Student analyzed theme in a manner that demonstrated complete understanding of underlying meaning
Good

Student analyzed the theme but did not demonstrate thorough understanding
Fair

Student gave a brief description of theme
Poor

Student did not mention theme
Analysis of Literary Techniques
10 pts

(Character analysis, Symbolism - Setting, and Tone, Genre, etc)

Excellent

Student identified one literary device in the story and demonstrated exceptional understanding as to how it was tied into theme
Good

Student identified one literary technique in the story and demonstated comprehension of its use in the story.
Fair

Student identified one literary technique in the story but did not demonstrate deep comprehension of its use in the story
Poor

Student could not identify one literary techniques in the story
Quality of Powerpoint/Visual Aids
10 pts

Excellent

Student's visual aides were excellent and clearly demonstrated mastery of the assignment.<BR>
Very few to no grammar or punctuation errors.
Good

Student used visual aides that showed a good understanding of the work and the concepts involved in the work.<BR>
Minor grammar or punctuation errors.
Fair

Student used visual aides to enhance the presentation, but could have developed them more. Errors in grammar or punctuation detracted from powerpoint.
Poor

Student used visual aides to enhance the presentation, but the presentations were lacking in depth and understanding. Numerous errors in grammar and punctuation.
Use of Relevant Quotes
10 pts

Excellent

Student prepared 3 or more quotes that provoked intellectual and critical thinking.
Good

Student prepared 3 quotes that were unique and original and explained them well.
Fair

Student prepared 1-2 quotes that would be worthy of discussing.
Poor

Student did not provide any quotes.
Evidence and Examples
10 pts

Excellent

All of the evidence and examples are specific, relevant and explanations are given that show how each piece of evidence supports the author's position
Good

Most of the evidence and examples are specific, relevant and explanations are given that show how each piece of evidence supports the author's position
Fair

At least one of the evidence and examples are specific, relevant and explanations are given that show how each piece of evidence supports the author's position
Poor

Evidence and examples are NOT relevant AND/OR not explained










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