INFORMATION/PRESENTATION SPEECH EVALUATION FORM

COM 210/Section:           Date:

Speaker______________________ Topic: ______________________________

Central Idea: _______________________________________________________

Criteria                                                   Comments

Introduction (25)

Gained attention and interest

Stated thesis clearly

Established credibility

Previewed body speech

Smooth transition to body

Body (35)

Main points clear

Points supported with examples,

Analogies, etc.

Sources cited

Organization

Language appropriate and vivid

Transitions effective

Adapted speech to audience

Conclusion (10)

Transition to conclusion smooth

Reinforced central idea

Reviewed main points

Effective concluding statements

Delivery (20)

Maintained eye contact

Used voice effectively

Used nonverbal communication

Effectively

Used note effectively

Presented visual aids well

(if used)

Overall Evaluation (10)

Topic was challenging/significant

Topic conformed to assignment

***outline, bibliography, and audience analysis appropriate

Attach Bibliography, Outline and Audience Analysis.

***Failure to submit at the time of your speech will result in a deduction of one letter grade.