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Persuasive Speech/Debate Rubric
Persuasive Speech Rubric
Students will give a persuasive speech to their peers exploring one topic presented in The New York Times' article, "200 Prompts for Argumentative Writing." They will be assessed on use of persuasive language, content and style of delivery. Speeches need to be a minimum of 3 minutes long and no longer than 6 minutes.
Rubric Code:
JX82AA3
By
gkrivak
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Subject:
English
Type:
Presentation
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Persuasive Speech Rubric
Excellent
2 pts
Good
1.5 pts
Fair
1 pts
Needs Improvement
0.5 pts
Introduction
2 pts
Score:
Excellent
Introduction not only introduced the speech, but got the audience's attention.
The first few lines of the speech really got my attention.
Good
Introduction gave enough details to cover the speech.
The first few lines of the speech got my attention.
Fair
Introduction lacked enough details.
The first few lines of the speech didn't really get my attention.
Needs Improvement
No introduction.
Didn't actually introduce topic.
First few lines of the speech did not get my attention.
Body
2 pts
Score:
Excellent
Excellent organization, in-depth details, and included a variety of details (facts, stories, specific examples, etc.)
Persuasive language techniques used well and effectively.
Facts are clear and well supported.
Good
Good organization and details.
Used sound persuasive techniques.
Facts are somewhat clear and have evidence.
Fair
Enough details, but little organization.
Used some persuasive techniques, but not very well.
Facts need clarity and support.
Needs Improvement
Lack of organization or details.
Attempted some persuasive techniques.
Facts are not clear and have no support or evidence.
Conclusion
2 pts
Score:
Excellent
Speech ended with a lasting impression!
Reviews position on topic, brings closure, and has a memorable ending.
Good
Speech ended with an adequate summary of points.
Reviews position on topic and brings closure.
Fair
Speech ended with a rushed or confusing conclusion.
Brings closure.
Needs Improvement
Speech ended abruptly.
Does not bring closure.
The audience is left hanging.
Questions & Answers
2 pts
Score:
Excellent
All three questions are precise and thoughtful. Speaker answers all questions precisely and thoughtfully.
Good
At least two questions are precise and thoughtful. Speaker answers at least two questions precisely and thoughtfully.
Fair
At least one question is are precise and thoughtful. Speaker answers at least one questions precisely and thoughtfully.
Needs Improvement
Questions and answers are not thoughtful or precise. .
Time
2 pts
Score:
Excellent
Presentation is neither rushed nor slow, with plenty of time for development of main points.
Within frame of allotted time.
Presentation is within 3 to 5 minutes.
Good
Very minor time management problems. Presentation is slightly rushed or a bit too short.
Presentation is within 3 to 5 minutes.
Fair
Minor time management problems are present.
Insufficient time to develop main points.
Finishes presentation with the minimum 3 minutes.
Needs Improvement
Very poor time management is evident.
Not within frame of allotted time.
Presentation is over 6 minutes and under 3 minutes.
Total Score
Score:_______/ 10
Keywords:
persuasive speech, presentation
Subjects:
Communication
English
Types:
Presentation
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