
The four major speeches will each be worth 100 points. The overall grade for the speech will be obtained by totaling your performance in each of three major categories: delivery, organization and development/support. I will record comments on a copy of your outline that you will receive in your box after each of your speeches. In addition, I, along with your classmates, will offer brief oral feedback immediately following each speech performance. Oral feedback will be used as an opportunity for constructive criticism and encouragement.
1. Conform to the kind of speech assigned (informative, persuasive, etc.)
2. Be ready for presentation on the assigned date.
3. Conform to the time limit.
4. Fulfill any special requirements of the assignment - such as preparing an outline, using
visual aids, number of sources, etc.
5. Have a clear, specific purpose and central idea.
6. Have an identifiable introduction, body and conclusion.
7. Show reasonable directness and competence in delivery.
8. Be free of serious errors in grammar, pronunciation and word usage.
The above average speech (Grade B) should meet all the above and the following:
1. Deal with a challenging topic.
2. Fulfill any major functions of a speech introduction and conclusion.
3. Display clear organization of main points and supporting materials.
4. Support main points with evidence that meets the tests of accuracy, relevance,
objectivity and sufficiency.
5. Exhibit proficient use of connectives - transitions, internal previews, internal summaries,
and signposts.
6. Be delivered skillfully enough so as not tot distract attention from the content of the
speaker's message.
The superior speech (Grade A) should meet all the above and the following:
1. Constitute a genuine contribution by the speaker to the knowledge or beliefs of the
audience.
2. Sustain positive interest, feeling, and/or commitment among the audience.
3. Contain elements of vividness and special interest in the use of language.
4. Be delivered in a fluent, polished manner that strengthens the impact of the message.
The below average speech (Grade D or E) is seriously deficient in the criteria required for the "C" speech.