Evaluating Mr. Costello's Persuasive Speech

Not Yet:

In his persuasive speech, he did not identify a problem, or he failed to define the problem adequately. He did not develop a coherent plan to solve the problem.

Proficient:

In his persuasive speech, he adequately defined the problem and developed a coherent plan to solve the problem.

Advanced Proficient:

All of the “Proficient” level, plus he identified underlying issues that contribute to the problem. He proposed alternative strategies to solve the problem.

Not Yet:

In his persuasive speech, he did not utilize an effective organizational sequence with an introduction, a conclusion, and transitions. He did not compose an outline or slideshow.

Proficient:

In his persuasive speech, He presented a clear argument with an introduction and a conclusion. He composed an outline of his speech and a slideshow with a title slide and a Works Cited page.

Advanced Proficient:

All of the “Proficient” level, plus the organizational structure is enhanced by effective transitions between ideas and concepts. His outline contains indications of when to transition between slides and main ideas.

Not Yet:

In his persuasive speech, I included less than three relevant graphics or images.

Proficient:

In his persuasive speech, he included at least three relevant graphics or images that help make the argument.

Advanced Proficient:

All of the “Proficient” level, plus the pacing of the images fits the argument and maintains audience interest.

Not Yet:

His persuasive speech does not include convincing evidence to support conclusions and answer an essential question. He used fewer than three sources and followed some (or none) of the MLA citation guidelines.

Proficient:

His persuasive speech includes convincing evidence to support conclusions and answer an essential question. He used the minimum number of sources (3) and followed most MLA citation guidelines.

Advanced Proficient:

All of the “Proficient” level, plus he used a diverse variety of primary and secondary sources that reflect support of the essential question. No citation errors are present.

Not Yet:

He did not develop a system to organize information, take notes, or record sources. He did not have a research strategy.

Proficient:

He worked within the time frame to develop a system to organize information, take notes, and record sources.

Advanced Proficient:

All of “Proficient” level, plus he implemented an efficient system of storing images and numbering his sources.

Not Yet:

During his persuasive speech, he did not use use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation. His speech was not within the required time limit.

Proficient:

During his persuasive speech, he used appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation. His speech was within the required time limit.

Advanced Proficient:

All of the “Proficient” level, plus he used notecards to support his delivery. He spoke to the audience, as opposed to reading the speech out loud.