Indicators Very strong evidence is present 5 - 4 points Moderate evidence skill is present 3 - 2 points Strong evidence is not present 1 - 0 points Points Earned Judges may use decimals Weight Total Score Oral Communication – 300 points A. Speaking without hesitation Speaks very articulately without hesitation. Never has the need for unnecessary pauses or hesitation when speaking. Speaks articulately, but sometimes hesitates. Occasionally has the need for a long pause or moderate hesitation when speaking. Speaks articulately, but frequently hesitates. Frequently hesitates or has long, awkward pauses while speaking. X 20 B. Pace Speaks at a moderate pace to be Speaks at a moderate pace most of the time, but shows some nervousness. Pace is too fast/slow; nervous. X 5 C. Tone Voice is upbeat, impassioned and under control. Voice is somewhat upbeat, impassioned and under control. Voice is not upbeat; lacks passion and control. X 5 D. Pronunciation Pronunciation of words is very clear and intent is apparent. Pronunciation of words is usually clear, sometimes mumbled. Pronunciation of words is difficult to understand; unclear. X 5 E. Volume Emitted a clear, audible voice for the audience present. Emitted a somewhat clear, audible voice for the audience present. Emitted a barely audible voice for the audience present. X 5 F. Accuracy Presented the text without error or with only a minor word substitution. (0-5 words) Presented the text, but substituted or omitted words. (6-10 words) Omitted or reversed the of phrases or paragraphs. (over 10 words) X 20 Non-verbal Communication – 300 points A. Attention (eye contact) Eye contact constantly used as an effective connection. Constantly looks at the entire audience (90-100% of the time). Eye contact is mostly effective and consistent. Mostly looks around the audience (60-80% of the time) Eye contact does not always allow connection with the speaker. Occasionally looks at someone or some groups (less than 50% of the time). X 15 B. Mannerisms Does not have distracting mannerisms that affect effectiveness. No nervous habits. Sometimes has distracting mannerisms that distract from the presentation. Sometimes exhibits nervous habits or ticks. Has mannerisms that distract from the effectiveness of the presentation. Displays nervous habits – fidgets or anxious ticks. X 15
Indicators Very strong evidence skill is present 5 - 4 points Moderate evidence is present 3 - 2 points Strong evidence skill is not present 1 - 0 points Points Earned Judges may use decimals Weight Total Score C. Gestures Gestures are purposeful and effective. Hand motions are expressive and used to emphasize talking points. Great posture (confident) with positive body language. Usually uses purposeful gestures. are sometimes used to express or emphasize. Occasionally slumps; sometimes negative body language. Occasionally gestures are used effectively. Hands are not used to emphasize talking points; hand motions are sometimes distracting. Lacks positive body language; slumps. X 15 D. Well poised Is extremely well poised. Poised and in control at all times. Usually is well poised. Poised and in control most of the time; rarely loses composure. Isn’t always well poised. Sometimes seems to lose composure. X 15 Question and Answer—400 points A. Being detail oriented Is able to stay detail-oriented. Always provides details which support answers/basis of the question. Is mostly good at being detail-oriented. Usually provides details are supportive of the answers/basis of the question. Has difficulty being detail-oriented. Sometimes overlooks details that could be very beneficial to the answers/basis of the question. X 30 B. Speaking unrehearsed Speaks unrehearsed with comfort and ease. Is able to speak quickly with organized thoughts and concise answers. Speaks unrehearsed mostly with comfort and ease, but sometimes seems nervous or unsure. Is able to speak effectively, has to stop and think and sometimes gets off focus. Shows nervousness or seems unprepared when speaking unrehearsed. to ramble or speaks before thinking. X 30 C. Examples used in response to questions Examples are vivid, precise and clearly explained. Examples are original, logical and relevant. Examples are usually concrete, some-times needs clarification. Examples are effective, but need more originality or thought. Examples are abstract or not clearly defined. Examples are sometimes confusing, leaving the listeners with questions. X20 Points ______________________________________ Contestant Rank Judge’s Name or #