ORAL PRESENTATION

CRITERIA FOR THE EVALUATION OF ORAL PRESENTATIONS
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Content

  • Accuracy and originality of facts and evidence presented
  • Adequacy and persuasiveness of presentation relative to topics covered
  • Use of appropriate range and quantity of sources, clear identification of sources

Reasoning

  • Clarity and memorability of key points
  • Connections between facts and theories, critical evaluation of evidence
  • Consideration of alternative viewpoints

Organization

  • Orderliness, clear citation of sources
  • Purposefulness, clear identification of topics to be addressed
  • Smoothness of speech flow

Style

  • Engagement and attitude (holding audience's attention)
  • Spontaneity (sparing use of notes, with no reading aloud)
  • Facilitation of discussion (posing of questions to audience)
  • Responsiveness to audience's questions

Mechanics

  • Eye contact with audience, facial expressiveness
  • Fluency (complete sentences, with no filled pauses (uh, like, well, okay?)
  • Hand and arm gestures, body movement, with no fidgeting
  • Use of visual aids (chalkboard, computer graphics, etc.)
  • Voice control (pitch, loudness, speed, clear enunciation)

Overall Feedback

  • Insight: What new thing did you learn about the topic covered?
  • Strengths: What were the 2-3 best things about this presentation?
  • Weaknesses: What were the 2-3 things most in need of improvement?