Name________________________________ Per.________ Date______________ Debate Observation Sheet Topic -­‐_______________________________________________________________________________________ Take notes on each part of the debate and score each according to the rubric. Affirmative debaters: Negative debaters: Criteria Affirmative Constructive Speech – in support of its position was stated clearly, was relevant, and well informed Negative Cross Examination – asked only questions. Found errors in affirmative’s statements. Negative Constructive Speech – in support of its position was stated clearly, was relevant, and well informed Affirmative Cross Examination -­‐ asked only questions. Found errors in negative’s statements. Negative Rebuttal – to opposing side’s third argument was clear, relevant, well informed, and effective. Affirmative Rebuttal -­‐ to opposing side’s third argument was clear, relevant, well informed, and effective. Score (1-­‐4) Notes When you have finished making notes, please complete the Post Debate On Demand Writing Task on the other side of this paper. 1. Pick a side and argue why it is correct. 2. Support your position with specific evidence and examples. 3. Address the best opposing argument. Name________________________________ Per.________ Date______________ 4 Advanced Makes clear argument supported by at least 5 specific examples. Address the best argument on the other side. 3 Proficient Makes argument supported by 2-­‐4 specific examples and mentions but does not address the best opposing argument. 2 Basic Argument is present but may be confused. Supported by 1 or 2 specific examples. Does not mention argument on other side. 1 Below Basic Does not make an argument. Few or no specific examples. Frequent errors. Does not mention argument on other side.