Communication Theory Presentation

Content (45 points)

Exceeds Standards 5 points

Meets Standards 4.25 points

Needs Improvement 3.25 points

Does Not Meet Standards 2.5 points

Opening is attention getting

Introduction lays out the issue well, and establishes a framework for the rest of the presentation

Thesis/position statement is articulated clearly and reflects presentation’s persuasive and informative purposes

Issues/terms are defined in language appropriate for audience

Major themes are organized logically and reflect their relative importance

Generalizations are informed by relevant research from required authoritative sources

Sufficient background material is provided to put issue in context for target audience

Conclusion summarizes major points, and makes recommendations or involves call to action

Length of presentation is within the assigned time limits

Presentation (25 points)

Exceeds Standards 5 points

Meets Standards 4.25 points

Needs Improvement 3.25 points

Does Not Meet Standards 2.5 points

Type of presentation is appropriate for topic and audience

Approach to presentation/by presenter(s) encourages audience interaction

Audience interactions are facilitated with confidence

Main points are enhanced by visuals that are well-prepared, informative, creative, and effective

Technology does not distract from message

Research & Documentation (20 points)

Exceeds Standards 10 points

Meets Standards 8.5 points

Needs Improvement 6.5 points

Does Not Meet Standards 5 points

Research reflects required number and variety of credible and authoritative sources

In-text citations and end-of-text references conform to American Psychological Association conventions

Fluency (10 points)

Exceeds Standards 5 points

Meets Standards 4.25 points

Needs Improvement 3.25 points

Does Not Meet Standards 2.5 points

Language reflects college-level conventions for oral and written communications

Delivery (in person or recorded) is audible, clear, smooth and properly controlled for the target audience, with appropriate pronunciation

Overall Score

Exceeds Standards 94.96 or more

Meets Standards 69.96 or more

Needs Improvement 59.96 or more

Does Not Meet Standards 0 or more

A to A+

C- to A-

D

F