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Persuasive Peer Evaluation

Speakers Name: ________________________________________________________________ Topic: ________________________________________________________________________

Claim. What is the speakers thesis? Introduction. How developed was the introduction? How effectively did the speaker include
each of the intro parts? Did they have (1) an engaging opener, (2) provide relevance for the audience, (3) establish credibility, (4) offer a clear argument, and (5) preview their main points? 5 well developed 4 3 2 1 not developed

Organization. How organized is the speaker? In other words, was s/he easy to follow? Did
s/he transition effectively? Circle one. 5 extremely organized 4 3 2 1 difficult to follow

Content. How effective was the speaker at convincing you of their claims?
5 strong claims and ideas 4 3 2 1 weak claims and ideas

How well did they support their premises and main ideas (evidence/facts-stats-opinion, illustrations, examples, etc.)? 5 very supported 4 3 2 1 undetectable/unsure

How did the speaker create: 1. Ethos? 2. Logos? 3. Pathos?

Peer Evaluator:

Conclusion. How well did the speaker close out the speech? Did s/he (1) have a clear call to
action, (2) review their main points, and (3) provide a sense of closure? 5 well developed 4 3 2 1 not developed

Delivery. How effective was the speakers delivery?


Excellent Eye Contact Body Movement/Gesture Delivery/Vocally Interesting Ability to connect material with the audience 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 Poor 1 1 1 1

BEST. What do you think the speaker was most effective at accomplishing?

NEED TO IMPROVE. What suggestions for improvement/advice would you offer to make
this speaker better?

OVERALL. How effective was the speaker at achieving their goal?


5 extremely effective 4 3 2 1 not effective

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