iRubric: Independent Study Presentation Rubric

Student demonstrates full knowledge (more than required) by answering all class questions with explanations and elaboration.

Student is at ease with expected answers to all questions, but fails to elaborate.

Student is uncomfortable with information and is able to answer only very simple questions.

Student does not have grasp of information; student cannot answer questions about the subject.

Student uses a clear voice with correct pronunciation of terms so that all audience members can hear presentation.
Student engages audience and maintains eye contact throughout the presentation and is very confident with information presented

Student's voice is clear. Student pronounces most words correctly. Most audience members can hear the presentation. Student makes eye contact regularly with audience and is confident with information presented

Student speaks coherently but has difficulty with scientific terms. Audience members have slight difficulty hearing presentation. Student occasionally makes eye contact, but still reads most of presentation.

Student mumbles, incorrectly pronounces terms, and speaks too quietly for students to hear them. Student reads all of presentation with no eye contact.