Panel Discussion Grading Sheet

PRESENTING GROUP: MAITEAM

TOPIC:

Cats vs Dogs

Presentation (100 points)

Organization:

_________/20

Introduction

Body

Conclusion

Gains attention
Introduces topic/ perspectives
Shows relevance of topic to audience

Understandable logical organization

Clear transitions between perspectives/ speakers where
appropriate

Reviews main perspectives ( no new perspectives )

Memorable closing

Content of Ideas:
Clarity

_________/50

Depth

Argumentation/Evidence

10
Necessary words are defined
Information/ideas are clearly expressed
Avoids loaded language (emotional appeal)
10
Analysis provides a deeper understanding of issue
Issue is presented with sufficient complexity
30
There is clearly an issue at stake (i.e., not just informative)
Avoids logical fallacies, shows deliberate strong arguments
Evidence is used appropriately (statistics, case studies,
personal experience, expert testimony, etc.)
Important information is not omitted

Use of Resources: Quality of information and use of two visual aids:

_________/10

Informative Resources: at least 3 sources cited by each member

Information resources seem to be used well
Resourcefulness in using a variety of resources
Q-A / Group Participation:

_________/10

All group members seem reasonably involved with presentation

All group members seem competent in Q / A session
Delivery:

_________/10
Eye contact with all audience, not reading
Voice is enthusiastic, varied, appropriate, not "canned"
Gestures try to use body language without using nervous gesturing
Overall Preparedness: Evidence of rehearsal preparation
Overall Professionalism

Overall Grade
Graded by:
Group Name: __________________________________

________/100