Evaluation of Oral Presentation

 

Names: ______________________________________________________________________

 

TECHNICAL CRITERIA

Excellent

Very Good

Good

Fair

Poor

Presentation of Self.  Presenter(s) displays confidence, poise, competence and authority; dress, appearance, and demeanor are professional. Both Team members involved if presentation is by team.

5

4

3

2

1

 

Engagement. Presenters attend presentations of classmates and actively participate.         5       4       3       2      1

 

Communication and Organization.  Presenter(s) speaks clearly, audibly, concisely, and in an appropriate scholarly style.  Presentation is organized, fits inside the designated time limit but is not too short, and has smooth flow between speakers. Presenters engage the audience.

5

4

3

2

1

 

Supporting Materials.  Handouts / overheads are readable, easy to follow and convey relevant information in an informative fashion; they contribute to the oral presentation and are displayed long enough for audience to absorb information. Reasonable division of labor evident for team if applicable.

5

4

3

2

1

                                                

                                                  SUBSTANTIVE CRITERIA

Purpose.  The major purpose, problem, objective of the research is clearly articulated; hypotheses or questions are presented; relevant theory, models, past research, and findings are given.

5

4

3

2

1

 

Methods. The presentation focuses on methods for the study constructs.                             5       4       3       2       1

 

Design.  The most salient aspects of the research design –  e.g., essential details of sample & instruments – are reviewed.

5

4

3

2

1

 

Findings.  Provides coherent, methodical overview of key findings, test of hypotheses; briefly explains, interprets key results.  Surprising, unexpected results, or relevant non-significant results are provided.

5

4

3

2

1

 

Strengths, limitations & implications.   Notes strengths and limitations of work.

5

4

3

2

1

 

Suggestions for Future Research. Is there a Òtake away for the audience?

5

4

3

2

1