Discussion 250 words. Make sure you provide 2 references and utilize APA style.. . Discussion Rubric

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Presentation - RUBRIC Aspect Excellent

(A = 20) Good

(B = 17) Satisfactory

(C = 15) Needs

Improvement (D = 13)

Score

Introduction

(1) Gains the attention of the Audience, (2) Clearly identifies the topic, (3) Establishes credibility, (4) Previews the rest of the speech

Meets any three of the four criteria

Meets any two of the four

criteria

Meets only one of the four

criteria

Preparation

Completely prepared, has obviously rehearsed the speech.

Prepared, but could use additional rehearsals.

Somewhat prepared, but it seems that the speech was not rehearsed.

Unprepared

Enthusiasm

Facial expression and body language convey strong enthusiasm and interest

Facial expression and body language sometimes convey strong enthusiasm and interest

Facial expression and body language seem contrived

Apparent disinterest in the

topic

Eye Contact

Eye contact with audience virtually all the time (except for brief glances at notes)

Eye contact with audience less than 75% of the time

Eye contact with audience less than 50% of the time

Little or no eye contact

Use of Language

Use of language contributes to effectiveness of the speech, and vocalized pauses

Use of language does not have negative impact, and vocalized pauses

Use of language causes potential confusion, and/or vocalized pauses

Use of language is inappropriate

Confidence

Speaks neither too quickly nor too slowly

Speaks either slightly too quickly or too slowly

Speaks either too quickly or too slowly

Tempo of speech is

inappropriate

Clarity

Speaks clearly and distinctly all the time, no mispronounced words

Speaks clearly and distinctly nearly all the time, no more than one

Speaks clearly and distinctly most of the time, no more than one

Often mumbles or can not be understood,

more than one mispronounced