English Department 8th Grades Disaster Project Rubric Student 1: ________________________ Student 2: ________________________ Category Organization (6 points) Class Work (8 points) Audio/Visual (18 points) Scoring Criteria Total Points The type of presentation is appropriate for the topic and audience. 3 Information is presented in a logical sequence. 3 Listen respectfully to his/her classmates presentations. Does not make distracting noises, movements and/or comments. Shows a good attitude, behavior and collaborative work in all the lessons of the project. Graphs/figures are clear and understandable. 4 The text is readable and clear. 3 Audio/Visual components support the main points of the talk. No grammar and/or spelling errors (every 2 errors 1 point less) Slides transitions enhance presentation. 3 Presentation contains accurate information. All the requirements are met. 3 Student 1 2 4 3 3 3 Student 1 2 < 4 Presentation Speaker maintains good eye contact with the audience and is appropriately animated (e.g., gestures, moving around, etc.). Speaker uses a clear, audible voice. (32 points) Well-rehearsed: delivery is poised, controlled, and smooth. 4 Good language skills and pronunciation are used. (every 3 errors, 1 point less) Limited use of filler words (“umm,” “like,” etc.). 4 Visual aids are well prepared, informative, effective, and not distracting. Length of presentation is within the assigned time limits. 4 Information was well communicated. 4 Score Score Total Points 4 4 4 64