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Speech Writing Assessment Rubric

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Speech Writing Assessment Rubric

Speech Writing Assessment Rubric

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📝 WALT (We Are Learning To) Success Criteria

Before you begin, tick the WALT statements you understand:

WALT plan our speech with clear ideas and purpose

WALT revise and publish our speech for our audience

WALT use correct sentence structure and paragraphing

WALT organise events and ideas in a logical sequence

🎯 Assessment Criteria 1: Planning

Circle your current level for speech planning:

Emerging:

I can identify my topic with help

Developing:

I can plan my main ideas with some support

Proficient:

I can independently plan my speech with clear purpose and audience in mind

Advanced:

I can create detailed plans with creative ideas and consider multiple perspectives

Evidence of planning (describe what you did):

✏️ Assessment Criteria 2: Revising & Publishing

Circle your current level for revising and publishing:

Emerging:

I can make simple changes with teacher guidance

Developing:

I can revise some parts and present my speech clearly

Proficient:

I can independently revise for clarity and present confidently

Advanced:

I can critically evaluate and refine my work, adapting for different audiences

What changes did you make to improve your speech?

📖 Assessment Criteria 3: Sentence Structure & Paragraphing

Circle your current level for sentence structure and paragraphing:

Emerging:

I can write simple sentences with basic punctuation

Developing:

I can write clear sentences and group related ideas

Proficient:

I can use varied sentence types and clear paragraph structure

Advanced:

I can craft complex sentences and sophisticated paragraph transitions

Example of your best sentence from your speech:

🔄 Assessment Criteria 4: Sequence of Events

Circle your current level for sequencing ideas:

Emerging:

I can put ideas in basic order with support

Developing:

I can sequence most ideas logically

Proficient:

I can organise ideas in clear, logical sequence with smooth transitions

Advanced:

I can use sophisticated sequencing techniques and varied organisational patterns

List the main parts of your speech in order:

1. Introduction: ________________________

2. Main Point 1: _______________________

3. Main Point 2: _______________________

4. Main Point 3: _______________________

5. Conclusion: _________________________

🌟 Self-Reflection & Goal Setting

What are you most proud of in your speech?
What would you like to improve next time?
My next learning goal is:

🎓 Extension Activities for Advanced Learners

Choose extension activities to challenge yourself (tick all you complete):

Research and include expert opinions or statistics in your speech

Adapt your speech for a different audience (younger students, adults, etc.)

Create visual aids or multimedia elements to enhance your presentation

Write a persuasive version and an informative version of the same topic

Analyse famous speeches and apply techniques to your own writing

Mentor a classmate in speech writing techniques

♿ Accessibility & Support Notes

For Dyslexia-Friendly Support:

• Use cream or pale yellow paper instead of white

• Provide speech-to-text software options

• Allow extra time for reading and writing

• Offer graphic organisers and visual planning tools

• Use larger font sizes (minimum 12pt) and clear spacing

Support strategies used (for teacher/student to record):

👨‍🏫 Teacher Assessment Summary

Overall Achievement Level:

Emerging

Developing

Proficient

Advanced

Teacher Comments & Next Steps:
Date of Assessment: ___/___/______
Teacher Signature: _________________________

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