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BIOL180 Final Presentation

Exemplary

100%

Accomplished

85%

Developing

75%

Beginning

65%

Did not attempt 0%

Content (50%)

Content (Introduction, Content and Conclusion Slides) and Synthesis 40%

Explores all assigned content.

Evaluates and selects sources using basic criteria such as relevance to the research topic and value of the information.

Communicates information from sources accurately.

Student provided clear, accurate, and well- developed, introduction, content, and conclusion sections.

Student explores all subtopics and subsections in exceptional depth and supported by facts.

Student demonstrated a deep understanding of the content and appeared to be well-versed on the subject being presented.

Student evaluates and selects excellent sources, using multiple criteria, such as relevance to the research topic and value of the information.

Student accurately, clearly, and concisely communicates information from multiple sources.

Student provided clear, accurate, and well-developed, introduction, content, and conclusion sections.

Student explores all subtopics and subsections to the appropriate depth and supported by facts.

Student demonstrated a clear understanding of the content.

Student evaluates and selects appropriate sources, using basic criteria, such as relevance and value.

Student accurately communicates information from multiple sources.

Student provided introduction, content, and conclusion sections.

Student explores most subtopics and subsections.

Student demonstrated a general understanding of the content but lacked depth.

Student selects adequate sources but does not show how criteria relate to their selection.

Student communicates some information from sources, but it may be inadequate information or from poor sources.

Student did not provide an introduction, content, or conclusion section(s).

Student did not explore many subtopics and subsections to the appropriate depth and supported by facts.

Student demonstrated a basic understanding of the content but lacked depth.

Student selects few and/or unrelated sources without using adequate criteria for the selection.

Student struggles to communicate information from sources accurately.

Student did not discuss the required content clearly or accurately.

Student does not attempt to evaluate and select multiple excellent sources or communicate information accurately, clearly and concisely from those sources.

Reference Citations 10%

Utilizes credible scientific sources and properly cites in APA format both internal to the presentation and on the reference slide.

Student properly cites all sources (audio/video/photo/text) in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the last slide titled “References”.

More than five credible references were utilized.

Student properly cites most sources (audio/video/photo/tex

t) in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the last slide titled “References”.

A minimum of five credible references were utilized.

Student properly cites some sources (audio/video/photo/n arrative) in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the last slide titled “References”.

A minimum of three credible references were utilized.

Student improperly cites sources (audio/video/photo/n arrative) in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) or on the last slide titled “References”.

Less than three credible sources were utilized.

Student did not use internal citations and did not include a reference citation slide.

BIOL180 Final Presentation

Exemplary

100%

Accomplished

85%

Developing

75%

Beginning

65%

Did not attempt

0%

Presentation Materials (30%)

Organization 10%

Creates a clear and concise presentation using a logical flow of information.

Student creates a memorable presentation that clearly defines and explores the research topic effectively and in an innovative manner.

Presentation follows a logical, structured, and organized sequence.

Sections are clearly defined and developed with smooth transitions provided between

sections.

Student creates a presentation that clearly defines and explores the research topic effectively.

Presentation follows a logical, structured, and organized sequence.

Sections are clearly defined and developed with smooth transitions provided between sections.

Student creates a presentation that explores the research topic.

Organization, transitions, and sequencing are not clear; however, this does not distract the audience from understanding the topic.

Student creates a presentation in a manner that distracts the audience from understanding the topic.

Organization, transitions and sequencing are not present.

All visual and audio effects are consistent with the narrated content.

All visual and audio effects are consistent with the narrated content.

Presentation Style 10%

Uses text and visuals to effectively support the presentation.

Superb layout and use of all visuals which enhance the understanding of the research topic and generate interest.

Clear text with excellent use of font size, type, and color.

Text is organized using concise phrases.

Reader-friendly design, clear and appropriate visuals.

Clear text with appropriate use of font size, type, and color.

Text is organized using concise phrases.

Basic design with some clear and appropriate visuals.

Inconsistent formatting of font size, type, and color.

Text is organized using concise phrases.

Very basic design with few clear and appropriate visuals.

Inconsistent formatting of font size, type, and color distract the audience from the content.

Visuals or text appear overly cluttered.

No visuals relevant to the topic are present. Text provided only in paragraph form.

BIOL180 Final Presentation

Exemplary

100%

Accomplished

85%

Developing

75%

Beginning

65%

Did not attempt 0%

Grammar, Spelling, & Punctuation 10%

Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Student makes no errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.

Student makes few errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation that do not distract the audience from the content.

(1-3 unique errors)

Student makes a few errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation that distract the audience from the content.

(4-5 unique errors)

Student makes more than 5 unique errors or any errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation that distract the audience from the content.

Student makes many errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation such that it distracts the audience from the content.

(>10 unique errors)

BIOL180 Final Presentation

Exemplary

100%

Accomplished

85%

Developing

75%

Beginning

65%

Did not attempt 0%

Presentation Performance (20%)

Presentation Delivery 10%

Communicates effectively with the audience through audio narration (required).

Illustrates the field’s current terminology.

Student uses multimedia software and hardware effectively to communicate with the audience.

Student communicates in a professional and conversational style.

Student uses variation in vocal tone and inflection to communicate key points and maintain audience interest.

Student uses multimedia software and hardware effectively to communicate with the audience.

Student communicates in a professional and conversational style.

Proper use and pronunciation of scientific terminology are used mostly throughout the presentation.

Student uses multimedia software and hardware effectively to communicate with the audience.

Student communicates in a style that distracts from the presentation.

Examples include sounding overly rehearsed or scripted or using an excessive amount of filler words (uh, um, like).

Student does not use multimedia software and hardware effectively to communicate with the audience.

Student reads directly from presentation materials and does not contribute additional content.

Proper use and pronunciation of scientific terminology are lacking.

Student does not communicate effectively with the audience.

Proper use and pronunciation of scientific terminology are used consistently throughout the presentation.

Proper use and pronunciation of scientific terminology are used somewhat throughout the presentation.

BIOL180 Final Presentation

Exemplary

100%

Accomplished

85%

Developing

75%

Beginning

65%

Did not attempt 0%

Length of Presentation And Pace 10%

Uses allotted time appropriately and at a consistent and appropriate pace.

Presentation within allotted time and contains 10-15 content slides.

Demonstrates excellent time management skills delivering a clear, well-developed, evenly-paced presentation and uses an effective variety of speeds.

Presentation within allotted time and contains 10-15 content slides.

Appropriate pace used throughout the presentation. Uses a variety of speeds.

Presentation within 2 min. of allotted time

+/- and contains a minimum of 9 content slides.

Appropriate pace used throughout most of the presentation; narration at times too fast or too slow.

Presentation within 3 min. of allotted time +/- and contains a minimum of 7 content slides.

Appropriate pace was mostly lacking; much of the narration either too fast or too slow.

Presentation too long or too short; < 1 min. or > 14 min.