INFORMATIVE DRAFT: EVALUATION FORM

SPEAKER NAME: ___________________________________

THOMAS: COM 101-________ POINTS: ________ /30

RATE THE DRAFT KEY

M-Missing-   D = Developing    S = Solid/Correct    E = Effective/Engaging

WRITING OPENING

Gained audience’s attention and interest in topic.MDSE

Introduced/defined topic clearly.MDSE

Motivated audience to learn and/or to be more curious about topic.MDSE

Established speaker connection to topic.MDSE

Previewed main areas in body of speech.MDSE

BODY

Main points fully supported with stories, examples, and credible sources.MDSE

Organization well planned and easy to follow.MDSE

Sources cited orally when needed to confirm the credibility of informationMDSE
and visuals presented.  Minimum of two used in speech.

Language appropriate for informative goal and audience.MDSE

Connectives effective in supporting organization and flow of speech.MDSE

CONCLUSION

Reinforced informative goal of speech and main areas.MDSE

Additional opportunities or resources provided to learn/experience more about topic.MDSE

Vivid ending brings speech to a successful completion.MDSE

FORMAT: Fits length/format requirements and includes required elements.

Draft includes typed headings.  Introduction, Areas (2-5), and Conclusion

Draft is 3-5 pages typed, double-spaced in manuscript style.  

Draft reflects targeting/tailoring information to our COM101 class.

Draft includes the oral citation of TWO sources (minimum).

Draft refers to at least ONE visual aid. Include what you plan to use or show. It is not necessary to include picture, map, video, etc. with required draft.

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