SECTION 4
PRESENTATION
 Board Presentation Tips
 Presentation Task Analysis
 Speech practice verification form
 Classroom Presentation Critique & Rubric
 Board Presentation Rubric
Graduation Board Presentation Tips
 The final speech delivered at Graduation Boards is a formal presentation. Students
will deliver a full presentation, including all evidence of their projects, in proper
attire.
 Students should be well-prepared, which will add to their confidence level.
 Because this is a formal presentation, students must think carefully about proper
attire. The judges are professional adults who will have formed an image of the
presenting students from reviewing their Portfolios. Think of the presentation like a
job or college interview; first impressions are extremely important. Avoid skimpy,
provocative, gaudy, or unusual clothing. In some cases, a specific uniform or
costume may enhance the presentation.
 Use numbered note cards developed from the Presentation Task Analysis to practice
and revise the final speech.
 The day, room, and time of each student’s Graduation Project Presentation should be
posted on his/her calendar.
 Students should practice their speeches so that they are not reading and are able to
make confident eye contact.
 Make note cards with key words and phrases of the speech; number the cards.
 Anticipate judge's questions and plan a response.
 Avoid slang in the presentation; practice using Standard English.
 If using handouts, make sure they are ready ahead of time.
 Check that the A.V. equipment needed for the presentation is available in the
scheduled presentation room. Stop by the room and be familiar with the arrangement
of the room and placement of equipment.
 Arrange work and personal schedules so that the evening before the presentation can
be relaxing with time for adequate sleep.
 Transportation will not be provided for students on Senior Boards day (May 23,
2014). Make arrangements to be at the Senior High School 15 minutes prior to
the time of your scheduled presentation.
TAKE TIME NOW TO WRITE THANK-YOU NOTES TO ALL THE
PEOPLE WHO HELPED YOU COMPLETE THIS PROCESS
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Presentation Task Analysis
Name
Date
Outline of Presentation: The outline can be used to practice the presentation and to develop note cards.
I. Introduction: Write the introduction in full sentence outline or complete paragraph format.
Remember: an introduction needs to capture the attention of the audience, state the purpose or focus of the
presentation, and preview major points that will be covered.
Write your introduction here:
II. Body: Use a topic outline format to organize the body of the presentation. The body should include at
least three main points. Use descriptive, explanatory, or analytical information to support each main point.
Be sure to include information about both the research and project components, including their relationship.
Begin topic outline here:
III. Conclusion: Write the conclusion in full sentence outline or complete paragraph format. A
conclusion should summarize the main points, re-emphasize and/or extend the purpose, and leave a
memorable impression.
Write your conclusion here:
Presentation Task Analysis Assessment= 45 Points
Introduction:
_____/10 points
Focus
Preview of speech
Interest level (attention getter)
Paragraph or full sentence outline form
Error free (spelling and grammar)
Body:
_____/25 points
3+ main points
Well developed/supported
Includes information about both research and project components
Topic outline form
Error free (spelling and grammar)
Conclusion:
_____/10 points
Summarizes speech
Paragraph or full sentence outline form
Memorable impression
Error free (spelling and grammar)
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Board Presentation Speech Practice Verification
This form must be completed and turned in on the day of the student’s classroom rehearsal. Any
student without this completed form will forfeit his/her classroom rehearsal and will have to
reschedule the presentation outside of normal class time at the teacher’s convenience.
I certify that I have carefully reviewed teacher instruction regarding the presentation as well
as instructions provided in this Student Manual to ensure a quality classroom performance.
I have practiced my presentation approximately _____times before my rehearsal today.
I have practiced my presentation exactly as I will present it to the Board judges at least twice in
front of an adult (over 21 years of age) audience as is verified below.
Student Name ______________________Student Signature________________________
PRACTICE # 1
Date_______________________ Location ____________________________________
People in Attendance ________________________
________________________
Length of Presentation: (must be 8-10
minutes of speaking)
__________ Minutes
Adult Verification _______________________________ _____________________________
Name
Relationship to student
Adult Witness Signature ______________________________________________
PRACTICE # 2
Date_______________________ Location ____________________________________
People in Attendance ________________________
________________________
Length of Presentation: (must be 8-10
minutes of speaking)
__________ Minutes
Adult Verification ___________________________
______________________________
Name
Relationship to student
Adult Witness Signature ______________________________________________
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Classroom Presentation Critique & Rubric
Students must complete a well-rehearsed classroom presentation that includes full content and
evidence of both paper and project components and meets the time requirements in order to be
eligible to complete Graduation Boards.
Name ___________________________________ Pd________ Topic _________________
CONTENT
_____/15
Body of speech shows balance between project and personal growth
Discusses verification of project and relationship with mentor/use of mentor’s guidance
Discusses reasons for choice of general area of study, focused paper topic and project
topic
_____/5
_____/5
_____/5
Comments:
ORGANIZATION
_____/20
Introduction engages audience, delivers a purpose statement, and previews major points
of speech
_____/5
Smooth and effective transitions between major and minor points of speech
Conclusion reiterates major points of speech succinctly and leaves lasting impression on
audience
Speech reflects preparedness of material and integration of visual aid
_____/5
_____/5
_____/5
Comments:
SPEAKING AND VERBAL SKILLS
_____/20
Speaks with Standard English (free of slang terms or casual/generic phrases)
Utilizes mature vocabulary, appropriate for task and audience
Speech is free of verbal stops (uh, um, like)
_____/5
_____/5
_____/5
Appropriate volume, rate of speech and tone of voice
Comments:
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_____/5
Classroom Presentation Critique & Rubric
NON-VERBAL SKILLS
_____/15
Maintains eye contact with audience; pleasant facial expressions
_____/5
Controlled body movements/posture; natural gesturing enhances speech
_____/5
Formal dress and tidy appearance
_____/5
Comments:
Q/A SESSION
_____/15
Responds to questions knowledgably and thoroughly
_____/5
Responds to questions with confidence and poise
_____/5
Responds to questions with appropriate language and respect to audience member(s)
_____/5
Comments:
Time: ___________________________
Total Score: _____/85
Progress Recommendation:
_______ The student included all necessary content and evidence, and met time requirements,
and is eligible to complete Graduation Boards.
_______ The student did not include necessary content and evidence and/or meet time
requirements and must re-schedule.
______ The student did not present on his or her scheduled day, and therefore must
re-schedule. Fifteen (15) points will be deducted from the total earned score as a
penalty.*
*(Note: If a student is not prepared on the second scheduled day, an additional 15 points will be deducted.
This process will be followed each time a student re-schedules without presenting a speech.)
Additional Comments:
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SVSHS Graduation Project Board Presentation Assessment
If a student is late for presentation, please deduct 3 points from score.
PRESENTATION :
TOTALS
4
3
2
1
0
Excellent
introduction and
conclusion
Commendable
introduction and
conclusion
Adequate
introduction and
conclusion
Limited
introduction
and/or
conclusion
Missing
introduction
and/or
conclusion
4
3
2
1
0
Clear and
effective
organization with
smooth
transitions.
Insightful ideas
supported by
excellent
details/examples
Clear
organization with
transitions. Well
thought out main
points/ideas
supported with
details/examples.
Adequate
organization
and/or
transitions.
Limited main
points/ideas
supported by few
or no
details/examples.
Limited or
unclear
organization.
Vague main
points/ideas
supported with
little or no
details/examples.
No
organization
developed.
Points made
are random
with no clear
support.
4
3
2
1
0
Excellent
vocabulary, no
noticeable usage
and/or
grammatical
errors.
Appropriate
vocabulary, few
usage and/or
grammatical
errors.
Limited
vocabulary, some
usage and/or
grammatical
errors.
Poor vocabulary,
nonstandard
usage and/or
grammatical
errors evident.
No attention
given to
standard
English.
Nonverbal Techniques
4
3
2
1
0
Assessing eye contact, natural
gesturing, facial expressions,
poise, dress, and use of
audiovisual component (if
applicable).
Excellent
nonverbal
techniques.
Commendable
nonverbal
techniques.
Adequate
nonverbal
techniques.
Limited to poor
nonverbal
techniques.
Nonverbal
techniques are
distracting.
4
3
2
1
0
Excellent verbal
techniques.
Commendable
verbal
techniques.
Adequate verbal
techniques.
Limited to poor
verbal
techniques.
Difficult to
hear and/or
understand.
Introduction/Conclusion
Assessing development and
effectiveness of intro including
clear purpose statement.
Assessing effectiveness of
conclusion including
summary/restatement and leaving
memorable impression.
Body of Presentation
Assessing organization, quality,
and support of main ideas and
transitions between main points.
Content balanced among project
and self-growth
Vocabulary/Standard
Usage
Assessing level of vocabulary and
standard spoken English. Smooth
transitions and effective word
choice.
DELIVERY:
Verbal Techniques
Assessing voice, volume, pitch,
projection, enunciation, and rate
of delivery.
4
TIME:
Assessing 8 minute time
requirement.
2
Speaks for
minimum of 8
minutes.
0
Speaks for more
than 10 minutes
before questions.
Speaks for
less than 8
minutes.
Q/A PERIOD:
4
3
2
1
0
Answers directly
and confidently.
Answers
appropriately.
Some hesitation
when answering.
No clear
response to
several
questions.
Answers directly
Assessing ability to answer
question asked in a
knowledgeable manner.
4
3
2
1
Cannot
answer
reasonable
questions.
0
Answers
demonstrate
exceptional level
of knowledge.
Answers
demonstrate
knowledge of
subject.
Answers
demonstrate
some knowledge
of subject.
Answers
demonstrate
vague knowledge
of subject.
Cannot
answer
reasonable
questions.
Quality
Assessing quality and level of
knowledge in responses.
TOTAL:
32 = 100%
31 = 98%
30 = 97%
29 = 95%
28 = 93%
27 = 92%
26 = 90%
25 = 88%
24 = 87%
23 = 85%
22 = 83%
21 = 82%
20 = 80%
19 = 78%
18 = 77%
17 = 75%
16 = 73%
15 = 72%
14 = 70%
13 = 68%
12 = 67%
11 = 65%
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COMMENTS: