Exemplary 4

Highly Prof. 3

Proficient 2

Developing 1

Not Present 0

Topic

Delivery

Sweeping, sustained eye contact

Appropriate language & word choice

No slang, no fillers sounds

Effective volume

Effective pace

Natural delivery, does not appear to be rdg., minimal reference to notes

Inflection reflects appropriate tone, demonstrates interest in topic

Transitions are seamless/smooth

Appropriate body language

Appropriate hand gestures

Content

Attention getter connects audience to topic

Thesis clearly stated

Clear explanation of topic

Arguments/main points well supported

4 most important sites associated with your topic

explanation of significance of locations/events

overall impact of your topic

Conclusion: Sense of closure & reviews key pts. in thesis

Appropriate Dress

Formal dress, as for a professional interview, or a costume, is required

NO jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, bare midriffs, open-toed shoes, flip-flops, tennis shoes

Keep hair out of face & eyes; Keep hands out of hair

Visuals

Supports content

Effective use during presentation

Graphics & titles

Appealing:   creativity, color, texture, size

Overall quality & effort

Images can be seen at the back of the room

Ongoing Commentary during video, film clip, etc., no time credit w/out commentary

Power Point Rules

Words & phrases only, no more than 6 words per frame, NO SENTENCES

Do not read the screen

Look at audience, not screen

Simple transitions, no sound

Be aware of color contrast, ex: no blue on black lettering

Images must be large enough to be seen at the back of the room

Presenter must be speaking during the slide show

Manipulation of A-V equipment does not detract from presentation

Time:

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