The Informative Speech is an opportunity for the student to demonstrate their mastery of material read in Speech Craftand the development of their research and outlining skills. The student's topic an

Informative Speech Evaluation Form

Speaker ____________________________ Topic _______________________________

INTRODUCTION

Gained attention, credibility established and connected to audience /10

Purpose, central idea and preview clear, challenging and informative /10

BODY

Main points clear, organized in logical and informative pattern /10

All points adequately supported, adequate and credible references cited /10

Language and signposts clear, vivid, personal, and appropriate /10

CONCLUSION

Summarized and reviewed main points and central idea, supported purpose, /10

and provided closure

DELIVERY

Delivery confidently in a natural and extemporaneous style; appropriate use of notes /10

Appropriate vocal characteristics, rate, volume, and pronunciation /10

Appropriate eye contact, expression, gestures, posture, appearance /10

Appropriate visual aids /10

Speech Time ____________ (Penalty -5 points under 5 mins. or over 7 mins.)

Total Score /100

Additional deductions and comments: