Scoring Rubric for Oral Presentations: Example #1

Total
Category Scoring Criteria Points Score
The type of presentation is appropriate for the topic and 5
audience.
Organization
Information is presented in a logical sequence. 5
(15 points) Time estimation 10 min. NOT LESS 5
Introduction is attention-getting, lays out the problem well, 5
and
establishes a framework for the rest of the presentation.
Technical terms are well-defined in language appropriate 5
for
Content
the target audience.
(45 points) Presentation contains accurate information. 10
Material included is relevant to the overall 10
message/purpose.
Appropriate amount of material is prepared, and points 10
made
reflect well their relative importance.
There is an obvious conclusion summarizing the 5
presentation.
Speaker maintains good eye contact with the audience and 5
is
appropriately animated (e.g., gestures, moving around,
etc.).
Presentation Speaker uses a clear, audible voice. 5
Delivery is poised, controlled, and smooth. 5
(40 points)
Good language skills and pronunciation are used. 5
Visual aids are well prepared, informative, effective, and 5
not
distracting.
Length of presentation is within the assigned time limits. 5
Information was well communicated. 10
Score Total Points 100