5 Page Written Podcast Dialogue

GRADING CRITERIA RUBRIC FOR PODCAST SCRIPT (100 POINTS EXAM)

Criteria Exceptional/Distinguished Admirable/Proficient Acceptable/Basic Unacceptable/Mediocre

Content (Depth, Substance,

Thoroughness, Insight, Originality)

30

An abundance of material clearly related to thesis; points are clearly made and all evidence supports thesis; varied use of materials

Script provides an accurate and complete explanation of key concepts and theories, drawing upon relevant literature. Applications of theory are included to illuminate issues; includes an original, insightful interpretation of thesis, even the professor may not have heard or thought of.

Information completely accurate; all names and facts were precise and explicit.

Combines and evaluates existing ideas to form new insights.

30 -- 24

Sufficient information that relates to thesis; many good points made but there is an uneven balance and little variation

For the most part, explanations of concepts and theories are accurate and complete. Some helpful applications of theory are included. Student can independently interpret facts with a certain level of depth and insight.

No significant errors are made; a few inconsistencies or errors in information.

Combines existing ideas to form new insights.

23 -- 18

There is a great deal of information that is not clearly connected to the thesis

Explanations of concepts and/or theories are inaccurate or incomplete. Little attempt is made to tie in theory. There is a great deal of information that is not connected to the presentation thesis. Enough errors are made to distract a knowledgeable listener, but some information is accurate.

Combines existing ideas.

17 -- 10

There is a great deal of information that is not clearly connected to the thesis ; Thesis is not clear; information included that does not support thesis in any way No reference is made to literature or theory. Thesis not clear; information included that does not support thesis in any way. No attempt made to be original or insightful. If facts are mentioned, student merely parrots the instructor’s lecture or an author’s position.

Information included is sufficiently inaccurate that the listener cannot depend on the presentation as a source of accurate information.

Shows little evidence of the combination of ideas.

9 -- 0

Research efforts

Went above and beyond to research information; solicited material in addition to what was provided; brought in personal ideas and information to enhance oral exam

Did a very good job of researching; utilized materials provided to their full potential; at times took the initiative to find information outside of what was provided.

Used the material provided in an acceptable manner, but did not consult any additional resources.

Did not utilize resources effectively; did little or no fact gathering on the topic.

20 20 -- 16 15 --11 10 -- 6 5 -- 0

Coherence and organization

Thesis is clearly stated and developed; specific examples are appropriate and clearly develop thesis; conclusion is clear; shows control; flows together well; good transitions; succinct but not choppy; well organized

Most information presented in logical sequence; generally very well organized but better transitions from idea to idea and medium to medium needed

Concept and ideas are loosely connected; lacks clear transitions; flow and organization are choppy

Text is choppy and disjointed; does not flow; development of thesis is vague; no apparent logical order of presentation

20 20 -- 16 15 -- 11 10 -- 6 5 -- 0

Readability

Clear content but not as polished

Selects words appropriate for context and uses correct grammar.

Unclear content

Selects words inappropriate for context; uses incorrect grammar.

20

Poised, clear; proper language; steady rate; enthusiasm; confidence

Selects rich and varied words for context and uses correct grammar.

15 -- 12 11 -- 8 7 -- 4

Selects words inappropriate for context; Uses incorrect grammar.

3 -- 0

Within two minutes of allotted time +/-

Within four minutes of allotted time +/-

Within six minutes of allotted time +/-

Too long or too short; ten or more minutes above or below the allotted time

Length of script 10

10 -- 8 7 -- 5 4 - - 3 2 -- 0