This category is about the overall success of your speech--how well it worked as a speech and how well it conformed to the assignment.
| Note | Symbol Key: | Interpretation |
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SUPERIOR |
You did a fine job with the longer informative speech! You clearly understood much of what we've studied in the past few weeks and incorporated many of the speaking theories into your speech. I look forward to your next speeches! |
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EFFECTIVE |
This speech was a solid attempt and in most ways, successful. Take note of the deficiencies, respond to them, and you are well on your way to a stronger speech. |
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PROBLEMATIC |
This speech was a good attempt and in many ways, successful but had too many problems. (especially any about supporting material and citation of sources), respond to them, and you will have a more successful persuasive speech! Consider seeing me or a tutor as you prepare your persuasive speech. If you wish to improve your grade on this speech, consider redoing it. You can represent it in class, if time permits, or during an office hour. If I see evidence that you have done any additional work to address the problems, you will get a higher grade. |
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DETRIMENTAL |
Some basic aspects of academic research, speech making and delivery were deficient in this speech and significantly impacted your grade and credibility. If you wish to improve your grade on this speech, consider redoing it. If so, see me and discuss strategies for better success or work with the speech tutor. You can re-present it in class, if time permits, or during an office hour. If I see evidence that you have done any additional work to address the problems, you will get a higher grade. |
REDO |
RE-DO SPEECH | If you wish to improve your grade on this speech, consider redoing it. If so, see me and discuss strategies for better success or work with the speech tutor. You can re-present it in class, if time permits, or during an office hour. If I see evidence that you have done any additional work to address the problems, you will get a higher grade. |
TUTOR |
SEE SPEECH TUTOR | Consider seeing me or a tutor as you prepare your next speech. |