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SPEECH TO INFORM OR PERSUADE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Three points possible each.

1. Preparation: Inadequate -- to -- Excellent

2. Voice Volume: Too loud/soft -- to -- Ideal

3. Speaking Rate: Too fast/slow/choppy -- to -- Excellent

4. Vocal Pitch: Artificial/Monot. -- to -- Varied/Conversational

5. Vocal Vitality: Bland/Unnatural -- to -- Forceful/Expressive

6. Articulation: Sloppy/Mumbling -- to -- Clear/Distinct

7. Manner: Tense/Nervous -- to -- Confident/Enthusiastic

8. Gestures: Artifical/Distracting -- to -- Natural/Evocative

9. Body Movement: Awkward/Random -- to -- Purposeful/Smooth

10. Eye Contact: Should Improve -- to -- Established Visual Bonds

Points Taken:

Over/Under time limit
sheets of paper instead of index cards
inadequate or no audio/visual aides
using the blackboard
chewing gum
reading the speech or any part of the speech

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