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Feedback#1 for Persuasive Artifact Speech Feedback#1 for Persuasive Artifact Speech Rubric Code: DAW68C By nhatridge Draft Public Rubric Subject: Communication Type: Presentation Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Item for Scoring
	Lax Speaker 0 pts	Fledging Speaker 2 pts	Average Speaker 3.5 pts	Spokesperson 4.5 pts	Model Speaker 5 pts
Attention-Getter	Lax Speaker No attempt was made to get the audience's attention.	Fledging Speaker Your attention-getter was your name and topic.	Average Speaker You made a really good attempt at getting the audience's attention, but it still needs work.	Spokesperson Your attention-getter was appropriate and well executed.	Model Speaker You had our attention from the moment you began. It was relevant, charismatic, and related to the audience.
Purpose Statement/Thesis	Lax Speaker Completely Unclear. No attempt made to tell the audience what was to be discussed.	Fledging Speaker No single statement to highlight the thesis, but I was still able to identify where you were going.	Average Speaker The thesis was apparent, but not strong. It sounded more like a general topic than a declarative statement of intent.	Spokesperson The thesis was well placed and apparent.	Model Speaker The thesis was clear and easy to identify. You transitioned nicely into and out of the statement and kept our attention.
Preview of Main Points	Lax Speaker No attempt was made to give a preview.	Fledging Speaker One or more points were left out or it was difficult to tell where you were headed with the rest of the speech.	Average Speaker You made an attempt including a preview, but it was too long or difficult to identify.	Spokesperson All main points were included in the introduction.	Model Speaker Easy to identify. Appropriately placed and then discussed.
Main Points	Lax Speaker There was no real distinction between points. They had nothing to do with the thesis statement and they were underdeveloped.	Fledging Speaker The connection of the main point to the thesis needed to be stronger and/or they needed better organization.	Average Speaker Attempts were made to support thesis. There were examples to support your points, but one or more points still needed more work.	Spokesperson All the main points supported the thesis. All main points had examples and were organized.	Model Speaker All the main points supported the thesis, were well planned & cohesive. All main points had well developed examples & were organized & easy to follow.
Visual Aids	Lax Speaker None were shown.	Fledging Speaker One or more was missing OR they were difficult to see. Did not follow directions.	Average Speaker Attempts were made, but they were poor examples, the explanation was under-developed.	Spokesperson V.A.s were appropriate and the explanation was well developed.	Model Speaker Spot on. V.A.s were dynamic, interesting, relevant, and timely. You gave a great explanation of each & pointed out how they applied.
Individual Organization	Lax Speaker Not organized at all.	Fledging Speaker The content lacks organization; transitions are abrupt and distracting. Felt like you were rambling.	Average Speaker Some organization, but still needs more work. You skipped around in thought or it wasn't clear why content was used where it was.	Spokesperson The organization of the content is congruent; transitions are evident.	Model Speaker The content was organized logically, with fluid transitions to keep listener’s attention throughout the entire presentation.
Transitions	Lax Speaker No attempts at transitions were made.	Fledging Speaker Transitions were attempted, but they were not very smooth or identifiable.	Average Speaker Overall your transitions were smooth, but you still need work to in one area (see comments).	Spokesperson You used transitions everywhere they were needed.	Model Speaker You came in nicely when it was your turn to begin speaking. Smooth transitions throughout your section & you gave a smooth transition for the speaker that followed you.
Hand Gestures	Lax Speaker The use of hand gestures were non existent or completely inappropriate.	Fledging Speaker Hand gestures were used, but too frequently or not enough.	Average Speaker Hand gestures nicely complimented points made.	Spokesperson Hand gestures reinforced the enthusiasm for the topic.	Model Speaker Perfect type, frequency and execution of gestures that captured the listener's attention.
Facial Expressions	Lax Speaker Your facial expressions were completely opposite of what they should have been or inappropriate.	Fledging Speaker Facial expressions were distracting from your message or you stayed frozen w/ one expression the entire speech.	Average Speaker You made some attempts to change your facial expressions.	Spokesperson Your expressions varied and they were appropriate.	Model Speaker You were charismatic and dynamic with your expressions. You showed variety and balance along with being appropriate.
Reading	Lax Speaker Read the entire time.	Fledging Speaker Read for the most part and only looked up for no more than a few words.	Average Speaker Read major portions and then elaborated in a extemporaneous style.	Spokesperson Read only main points, but everything else was extemporaneous, or it sounded memorized.	Model Speaker Extemporaneous throughout. You only glanced down at notes to verify where you were in the speech.
Eye Contact	Lax Speaker You never looked at the audience.	Fledging Speaker Eye contact w/ the audience was lacking. You depended heavily on the written speech or looked in other places besides the audience's faces.	Average Speaker Eye contact was shared equally with the audience and other places.	Spokesperson Eye contact, interaction is natural and fluid.	Model Speaker Eye contact demonstrated the your energy and interest, guiding the listener through the presentation.
Posture/Body Language	Lax Speaker You fidgeted and/or slouched the entire time.	Fledging Speaker You only stood up straight every once in a while.	Average Speaker You only leaned on the podium or slouched as much as you stood up OR you rocked back and forth.	Spokesperson You only leaned on the podium or slouched occasionally.	Model Speaker Your body language and posture exuded confidence and dynamism.
Pronuncitation & Grammar	Lax Speaker Sentence structure & the mispronunciation of many words made it difficult to follow you.	Fledging Speaker Attempts were made, but poorly executed. Pronunciation of words were a distraction.	Average Speaker Some grammatical and/or pronunciation errors.	Spokesperson Only a few errors.	Model Speaker Use of complex sentence structures. Pronounced difficult words or technical jargon correctly.
Audible Pauses	Lax Speaker Audible Pauses (uh,ums, like, etc.) were present throughout the presentation & it effected the flow of your speech.	Fledging Speaker You used many audible pauses, but it did not effect the flow.	Average Speaker You avoided distracting audible pauses for the most part.	Spokesperson You only used one or two.	Model Speaker You never used an audible pause.
Tempo/Speed	Lax Speaker Speed is inappropriate for the presentation.	Fledging Speaker The rate is confusing or uninspiring and lost the audiences attention.	Average Speaker Adequate speed throughout the presentation, but choppy at times or robotic.	Spokesperson Your tempo was conversational and easy to listen to.	Model Speaker You were dynamic and commanded our attention the entire time.
Vocal Variety & Volume	Lax Speaker You were monotone or one-dimensional. Couldn't hear you.	Fledging Speaker You attempted a few variations. Too quiet or too loud.	Average Speaker You changed up your tone and rate enough to recapture attention a few times.	Spokesperson For the most part, you were able to keep audience attention with your variety.	Model Speaker You manipulated tone, speed, & volume, using these tools to emphasize important ideas & held the listener’s attention. The speaking style was conversational.
Confidence	Lax Speaker You looked scared or not credible.	Fledging Speaker You only got confident toward the very end.	Average Speaker After the first few seconds were were able to show confidence.	Spokesperson You never appeared nervous.	Model Speaker You were confident, credible & commanded attention from the moment you stood up.
Enthusiasm/Energy	Lax Speaker You showed no enthusiasm for your topic.	Fledging Speaker You appeared to care little for your topic.	Average Speaker You seemed neutral on you topic.	Spokesperson You were enthusiastic for the most part.	Model Speaker You clearly cared & were passionate about your topic. We believed you.

Subjects:

Communication

Types:

Presentation

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