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SPEECH FEEDBACK FOR CLASSMATES

Your name:

Speaker’s name:

Topic:

1. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the introduction?

2. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the organization?

3. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the supporting material (visual and

verbal)?

4. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the delivery?

5. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the conclusion?

6. Overall, what did you like best about the presentation?

INFORMATIVE PRESENTATION PEER CRITIQUE

Student’s Name: Date:

Assigned time: Length: Within Time Limits? ( ) Yes ( ) No

Title: Grade:

Introduction:

What was done to arouse the audience’s attention/interest?

ask a question tell a story use of humor

give a quotation make startling statement other:

refer to the audience refer to the occasion

Was the audience given a reason to listen?

Was a proper tone established?

Were your qualifications established, or was your credibility shown nonverbally?

Was the thesis clear, and was a preview given?

Body:

Was the presentation clearly organized?

Did the organizational pattern clearly indicate the location and significance of the

major ideas?

Were the major points supported with clear evidence?

Was the presentation effectively illustrated, with ideas flowing smoothly?

Was the choice of language clear, effective, and appropriate?

Were there clear transitions that promoted clarity, emphasized important ideas,

and kept listeners interested?

Delivery:

Was there effective eye contact?

Were bodily movements/gestures natural and suitable?

Were the rate and volume and vocal characteristics effective?

Conclusion:

Was the information clearly and concisely reviewed or summarized?

Was there an appropriate close so the speech didn’t just end?

What technique was used to conclude?

ORAL PRESENTATION EVALUATION FORM*

Student Name __________________

Purpose: After hearing my presentation, the audience will__________________________

Organizational Pattern (see Chapter 11) _________________________________________

1. STRATEGY AND TOPIC

(5) 1.1 Topic chosen and delivered in manner appropriate for audience, speaker, occasion

(5) 1.2 —Specific purpose worded correctly

—describes desired audience reaction

(5) 1.3 Appeals to interests of the audience

(5) 1.4 Stays within time limit

(5) 1.5 Conforms to assignment (format, content)

2. ORGANIZATION AND SUPPORT

(5) 2.1 Introduction

—captures attention of audience

—gives audience reasons to listen

(10) 2.2 Organization

—uses effective organizational pattern (from Chapter 11)

—body of presentation has 2–5 main points

(5) 2.3 Presentation contains sufficient information from research; demonstrates

speaker’s command of material

(10) 2.4 Supporting material

—each point has at least one piece of supporting material

—supporting material adds interest, clarity, and proof

—chooses and uses supporting material effectively:

Best media formats chosen to present supporting material

(10) 2.5 PowerPoint and other presentation media used effectively

—includes title slide, preview slide, and slides for key ideas

—information on slides helps achieve purpose of presentation

—information well designed

– 7 x 7 rule followed (short phrases, maximum of 7 lines)

(5) 2.6 Transitions show relationship of preceding and following material

—between introduction and body

(5) 2.7 Conclusion

—reviews main points

(5) 2.8 Question–and–answer period

—has anticipated and prepared answers for predictable questions

(20) 3. DELIVERY

3.1 Dresses appropriately

3.2 Delivers material in manner appropriate for business presentation

3.3 Keeps eye contact with audience

3.4 Stands and moves effectively

3.5 Speaks extemporaneously

3.6 Speaks with enthusiasm and sincerity

3.7 Uses proper vocabulary and pronunciation

3.8 Speaks loudly and clearly

3.9 Delivers material smoothly, without serious fumbles

* This form was contributed by Ron Adler

INSTRUCTOR EVALUATION OF SPEECH

Speaker’s Name:______________________Topic: ___________________________Time:___________

Criteria for Evaluating Speech

Rating

Detailed Explanation of Ratings

Organization:

Hook leads appropriately into thesis

Thesis clarifies a “teaching point”

Preview clearly signposted

Transitions/main points signposted

Main points follow a logical flow

Conclusion ties back to thesis

Content:

Speaker demonstrates expertise

Three or more expert references cited within the

body of the speech

Speech has narrow focus; each main point is

developed in depth

Variety of types of supporting material are used

(definition; facts; statistics; examples; quotes;

comparisons; mini–stories; demonstrations; other)

Content probes beyond common knowledge

(audience learns something new)

Speaker interprets material for audience so it

comes alive for them

Delivery:

Speech adheres to time limit

Eye contact (look at audience 90% of the time and

glance at notes just 10% of the time; include all

audience members, not just one side of the room)

Oral speaking style (use personal pronouns;

contractions; non–complex sentences)

Vocal & facial variety; energy; enthusiasm

Fluency; pronunciation; articulation; grammar

Criteria for Evaluating Speech

Rating

Detailed Explanation of Ratings

Gestures; posture; body movement

Professional attire

PowerPoint slides follow progression of speech

PowerPoint slides can be easily read (not

cluttered; large font; not overly animated)

Written Materials:

Speaking notes are typed in outline format

Thesis and preview are clearly indicated

Bibliography

ORAL PRESENTATION FEEDBACK*

Student/Group Name: _____________________

Course: Communication 101

Date: ______________________

Assignment: Group Presentation

Content – 50 points

o Presentation content clearly follows

the written outline given to the instructor.

o Topic is relevant and addresses

assignment specifications.

o Content presented is comprehensive,

accurate, and believable.

o Key points are noted.

o Topic is researched adequately.

❑

Organization/Structure – 20 points

o Presentation is well organized, clear,

and effectively structured.

o Individual presentation is integrated

rather than disjointed.

o There is an introduction to gain the

audience’s attention and explain the

presentation topic.

❑

Style/Presentation – 10 points

o Nonverbal cues/gestures are appropriate to

presentation and flow of ideas.

o Content knowledge/confidence are evident.

o Time was used well, not rushed.

❑

Group Evaluation – 10 points

o Each group member will be rated by the

others in their group in the following

categories (as per rating sheet):

o Commitment

o Participation

o Cooperativeness

o Contribution

o An average of ratings will be done. Based

on the percentage will determine the points

(i.e., 60=6, 70=7, 80=8, 90=9 and 100=1

❑

Audience Participation– 10 points

o Presenter(s) involved the audience and

solicited feedback.

o Questions from audience are effectively

addressed and answered correctly.

❑

Adherence to Time Limit (+ or – 5 points)

o Presenter(s) stayed within allotted time

limit (Failure to do so may result in a

deduction of points)

❑

Items to Hand In – 100 points (Score based on Written Feedback Sheet)

o Cover Sheet

o Paper

o References

Total Points: ________ / 200 points

INFORMATIVE SPEECH WITH POWERPOINT

(INSTRUCTOR EVALUATION FORM)

Speaker’s Name_______________ Elapsed Speaking Time___________________

Topic_______________________________________________________________________

Organization:

_____ hook (attention getter) leads appropriately into thesis

_____ thesis clarifies a “teaching point”

_____ preview clearly signposted

Supporting Material (content):

_____speaker’s expertise clarified

_____three or more references cited

_____ supporting material shows intellectual soundness

Delivery (nonverbals):

_____ eye contact

_____ extemporaneous style (not reading from notes)

PowerPoint Slides

_____ slides demonstrate simplicity (large font, not crowded, not busy)

Outline:

_____thesis

_____preview

_____format

_____list of works cited

Evaluation scale:

+ = exceeds expectations; √ = meets expectations; – = needs improvement

INFORMATIVE PRESENTATION WITH POWERPOINT

(PEER EVALUATION FORM)

Speaker’s Name___________________ Elapsed Speaking Time__________________

Topic____________________________________

Organization:

Did the speaker clearly state the thesis and preview the main points in the introduction?

List the main points:

Was the organizational pattern of the speech clear to you? Explain your answer.

Supporting Material (content):

Did the speaker state three references out loud in the body of the speech (not just list them at the

beginning or end)?

Did you learn NEW information, or was the content commonsense material that you mostly knew

already? Explain.

Did the speaker illustrate each point with more than one type of supporting material (stories,

statistics, quotes, examples)? Explain.

Did the speaker clarify why this information is relevant to you and to each person in the

audience? Explain.

Delivery (nonverbals):

What were the speaker’s strengths and weaknesses of delivery (eye contact, voice, posture,

gestures)?

PowerPoint Slides

What were the strengths and weaknesses of the PowerPoint slides?

Additional Comments

What will you remember about this speech?

INFORMATIVE BRIEFING – CRITIQUE SHEET

Name:

Grade: Time:

Thesis Statement:

CONTENT:

Introduction

Did opening catch attention?

Was subject quickly and clearly established?

Body

Was the scope sufficiently narrowed?

Conclusion

Was the speech brought to focus per original signposting?

Did closing words give an appropriate, rounded-out effect?

DELIVERY:

Were language and style appropriate?

Did the speaker create a sense of immediacy with this audience?

GENERAL COMMENTS:

Observation/Critique of Outside Speaker

Your Name:_____________________ Speaker’s Name:

BACKGROUND:

Physical, chronological, social context: Where? When? Who was in the audience?

Type of presentation: report, briefing, explanation, or training?

Why did you choose this person to observe?

INTRODUCTION:

Describe the opening. What identifiable techniques were used? What purposes of an

introduction were achieved?

BODY:

Describe the organizational pattern used. Was it appropriate and effective?

What kind of verbal or visual support was used? Was it appropriate and effective?

Did the speaker relate to the listeners? How? If not, what would you suggest?

Describe the speaker’s delivery. What were the strong points? Weak points?

CONCLUSION:

How did the speaker end? What techniques were used? Were the two purposes of a

conclusion fulfilled? If not, what would you suggest?

EVALUATION:

What did you learn from this observation that will help you in your own career?

PERSUASIVE PRESENTATION CRITIQUE

Student’s Name: Topic: ___________________ Date:

____

Length: Within Time Limits? ( ) Yes ( ) No

Introduction:

How did the speaker gain the audience’s attention?

What did the speaker do to enhance her or his credibility?

Body:

How was the need or desirability for change established?

Did the speaker support this idea adequately?

Was the plan or change described in sufficient detail?

Did the speaker support this step adequately?

Conclusion:

Was a call presented for specific action or attitude change?

Did the conclusion summarize the speaker’s purpose?

Delivery: Use the following scale in rating the speaker’s delivery skills:

4 = Excellent, 3 = Above Average, 2 = Average, 1 = Below Average, 0 = Poor.

Please explain your ratings briefly.

Eye Contact

Directness

Gestures/Nonverbal Behaviors

Improvements Noted:

Suggestions for Improvement: (on back)

PERSUASIVE PRESENTATION EVALUATION

Name:

Date: Grade: Time:

Scale: 1 = Poor 2 = Fair 3 = Good 4 = Excellent 5 = Superior.

Organization

Introduction (includes thesis and preview)

Organizational pattern is appropriate for topic and audience

Content

Each main point is supported with two or three types of material

Supporting material is relevant to this audience

Supporting material is interesting—goes beyond common knowledge

Cites at least three authoritative sources

Language

Correct grammar, pronunciation, enunciation, word choice

Oral, rather than written, style of language

Free from fillers and “teen talk”

Delivery

Eye contact

Vocal variety