AB0601 Rubrics for Oral Assessment
Communication Outcome (10%)
Low
(1–2)
Mid
(3–4)
High
(5–6)
• Conveys a message with a clear takeaway for the
audience
• Maximises likelihood of the audience accepting the
message
Situational Factors (10%)
Low
Mid
High
Audience, message orientations, context, sender
• Addresses the needs and concerns of the appropriate
audience
• Focuses on the most important message orientation
• Recognises the requirements of the organisational
culture and context
• Establishes rapport and sender credibility, demonstrating
awareness of correct sender-audience relationship
Design Factors (70%)
Low
Mid
High
Content development (15%)
• Presents relevant information
• Makes and supports claims with evidence and examples
• Makes content interesting for the given audience
• Adheres to the time limit
Structure (10%)
• States the main point clearly and early
• Organises content logically and coherently
• Signals transitions and relationships between points
• Has strong opening and closing
Verbal delivery (15%)
• Uses correct grammar and vocabulary
• Speaks at appropriate speed and volume
• Articulates clearly and pronounces words correctly
• Projects energy and enthusiasm through voice
Non-verbal delivery (15%)
• Elicits questions and concludes the presentation
appropriately
• Projects energy and enthusiasm through body language
and facial expressions
• Incorporates visuals seamlessly into presentation
Question & Answer (10%)
Low
Mid
High