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Reflection Presentation Teach The Class Presentation Rubric Code: QA55BW By nhatridge Ready to use 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 and were well planned and cohesive with each other. All main points had well developed examples and were organized and easy to follow.
Content	Lax Speaker You did not include anything that was required, as described in the assignment guidelines.	Fledging Speaker Attempts were made, but poorly executed. Points were weak or under supported.	Average Speaker All the necessary components were included and were adequate.	Spokesperson All the necessary components were included. Points were well supported.	Model Speaker You provided everything that was required. Points were well supported and interesting. Information was accurate and relevant.
Application	Lax Speaker	Fledging Speaker	Average Speaker	Spokesperson	Model Speaker You correctly and perfectly applied the Concept to your personal life.
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 There was 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 is organized logically, with fluid transitions to keep listener’s attention throughout the entire presentation.
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 Your facial expressions were distracting from your message or you stayed frozen with 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 with the audience is 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.
Notes	Lax Speaker Speech entirely written or too many cards.	Fledging Speaker Chose not to use notes, but should have or too much written on notes.	Average Speaker Notes had an appropriate amount of information on them, but you clearly hadn't practiced with them.	Spokesperson They had only major information on them. You used them appropriately, but there was a few occasions where they were distracting.	Model Speaker They had only major information on them. You used them appropriately and did not let them distract the audience from you.
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.
Vocabulary/Word choice	Lax Speaker The vocabulary is awkward or inappropriate for the topic, making the speaker difficult to understand.	Fledging Speaker Attempts were made, but poorly executed. Vocabulary was misused or a distraction.	Average Speaker The vocabulary provides clarity and avoids confusion.	Spokesperson The vocabulary is descriptive and accurate, engaging the listener through imagery.	Model Speaker The choice of vocabulary, was captivating and credible. Technical terminology was used correctly.
Pronuncitation & Grammar	Lax Speaker Sentence structure and the mispronunciation of many words made it difficult to follow what you were saying.	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 You used complex sentence structures and were able to pronounce difficult words or technical jargon correctly.
Audible Pauses	Lax Speaker Audible Pauses (uh,ums, like, etc.) are present throughout the presentation and 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.
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 and commanded attention from the moment you got up to speak.
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 and were passionate about you topic. We believed you felt what you were talking about.
Oral Citations	Lax Speaker You used information and did not cite it.	Fledging Speaker You did not use any outside sources at all or your sources were not credible.	Average Speaker You made attempts to cite, but they were inaccurate, incomplete, and/or not credible enough.	Spokesperson You made accurate citations, but they could have been stronger or more identifiable.	Model Speaker Citations were correct, credible, complete and easily identifiable.
Followed Directions	Lax Speaker You did not follow any directions. You didn't include necessary components or did the assignment wrong.	Fledging Speaker	Average Speaker	Spokesperson	Model Speaker You followed every direction provided.
Time	Lax Speaker You did not reach anywhere near an acceptable time.	Fledging Speaker You were over or under where you needed to by more than a minute.	Average Speaker	Spokesperson You were within 10 seconds of where you needed to be.	Model Speaker You were within time requirements
Visual Aides Design and Style	Lax Speaker Did not have one	Fledging Speaker Made an attempt to use an aid, but it was unsuccessful or did not meet criteria.	Average Speaker It met minimum requirements.	Spokesperson Meets at least 2 of the following criteria: Aid is well done, placed appropriately in the presentation and it was a good choice of aid for the topic.	Model Speaker Exceptional, well incorporated and suitable.
Visual Aides Incorporation of them	Lax Speaker	Fledging Speaker	Average Speaker	Spokesperson	Model Speaker
Conclusion	Lax Speaker Did not have one	Fledging Speaker Made an attempt to give a conclusion, but it was unsuccessful or did not meet criteria.	Average Speaker It met minimum requirements.	Spokesperson Included the restatement of the thesis, the review and a closing statement.	Model Speaker Exceptional, tied up any loose ends, was well executed and complete.

Subjects:

Communication

Types:

Presentation

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