🎯 WALT: We Are Learning To assess speech performance using clear criteria

Success Criteria:

• I can identify the key elements of an effective speech

• I can use a rubric to fairly assess speech performance

• I can provide constructive feedback to improve speaking skills

📊 Speech Assessment Rubric

Speaker's Name: ___________________________ Topic: ___________________________

Criteria	Emerging (1)	Developing (2)	Proficient (3)	Exceeding (4)
Speech Structure (Introduction, key points, conclusion)	Some parts missing or unclear order	Has beginning, middle, end but may lack clarity	Clear introduction, organised key points, strong conclusion	Engaging introduction, well-developed points with evidence, memorable conclusion
Content Relevance (Stays on topic)	Often goes off topic or unclear connection	Mostly on topic with some wandering	Stays on topic throughout with relevant examples	Highly relevant content with insightful examples and connections
Speech Flow & Linking (Smooth transitions)	Ideas jump around, hard to follow	Some connections between ideas	Ideas flow well with clear linking words	Seamless flow with sophisticated transitions and connections
Language Features (Rhetorical questions, repetition, etc.)	Limited or no language techniques used	Attempts some language techniques	Uses several language techniques effectively	Skilfully uses varied language techniques for impact
Volume & Speed (Clear and appropriate pace)	Too quiet/loud or too fast/slow throughout	Mostly appropriate with some variation needed	Good volume and pace, easy to understand	Excellent control of volume and pace for emphasis and effect
Gesture & Stance (Body language and posture)	Limited eye contact, fidgeting or stiff posture	Some eye contact and gestures, improving confidence	Good eye contact, natural gestures, confident stance	Commanding presence, purposeful gestures, excellent audience connection