iRubric: Social Studies Presentation rubric

The topic is clearly identified and introduced. Student provides deep explanations. All required information is covered regarding the early life, adult life and contributions to the world.

The topic is identified and introduced. Student provides some explanations. Most of the required information is covered.

The topic is not clearly identified nor introduced. Student struggles to provide clear explanations. Some of the required information is left out.

The topic is not identified or is unrelated to the task. Explanations are limited or absent. Required information is not covered.

Student constantly looks at audience and rarely looks at notes. Student stands up straight, faces the audience, and speaks at appropriate volume.Student is very familiar with subject.Audience can easily follow the flow of ideas. It is clear that the student has practiced the presentation and it is presented in a confident manner. The Student is able to answer questions regarding topic.

Student occasionally looks at audience. Occasionally looks at notes. Student stands up, usually face the audience, and speaks at appropriate volume. However, the presentation is missing one of the following: confidence in presentation, eye contact. Audience can follow flow of ideas. It is clear that the student has practiced the presentation and is mostly familiar with the topic.

Student rarely looks at audience. Student frequently looks at notes or the screen. Student may not stand up straight or face the audience. Student may have issues with volume.Student is somewhat familiar with the topic or is unsure of his/ her information. Audience has difficulty following flow of ideas. It is unclear whether the student has practiced the presentation.

Student does not look at audience and reads the notes or the screen. Student does not stand up straight or face the audience. Student has issues with volume.Student is unfamiliar with the subject and unable to answer questions.