GEOG101 Final Presentation Rubric GEOG101 Final Presentation Exemplary 100% Accomplished 85% Developing 75% Beginning 65% Did not attempt 0% Content (50%) Content (Introduction, Content and Conclusion Slides) and Synthesis 40% Explores all assigned content. Evaluates and selects sources using basic criteria such as relevance to the research topic and value of the information. Communicates information from sources accurately. Student provided clear, accurate, and well-developed, introduction, content, and conclusion sections. Student explores all subtopics and subsections in exceptional depth and supported by facts. Student demonstrated a deep understanding of the content and appeared to be well-versed on the subject being presented. Student evaluates and selects excellent sources, using multiple criteria, such as relevance to the research topic and value of the information. Student accurately, clearly, and concisely communicates information from multiple sources. Student provided clear, accurate, and well-developed, introduction, content, and conclusion sections. Student explores all subtopics and subsections to the appropriate depth and supported by facts. Student demonstrated a clear understanding of the content. Student evaluates and selects appropriate sources, using basic criteria, such as relevance and value. Student accurately communicates information from multiple sources. Student provided introduction, content, and conclusion sections. Student explores most subtopics and subsections. Student demonstrated a general understanding of the content but lacked depth. Student selects adequate sources but does not show how criteria relate to their selection. Student communicates some information from sources, but it may be inadequate information or from poor sources. Student did not provide an introduction, content, or conclusion section(s). Student did not explore many subtopics and subsections to the appropriate depth and supported by facts. Student demonstrated a basic understanding of the content but lacked depth. Student selects few and/or unrelated sources without using adequate criteria for the selection. Student struggles to communicate information from sources accurately. Student did not discuss the required content clearly or accurately. Student does not attempt to evaluate and select multiple excellent sources or communicate information accurately, clearly and concisely from those sources. Reference Citations 10% Utilizes credible geographic sources and properly cites in APA format both internal to the presentation and on the reference slide. Student properly cites all sources (audio/video/photo/text) in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the last slide titled “References”. At least five credible sources were utilized. Student properly cites most sources (audio/video/photo/text) in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the last slide t ...

1. GEOG101
Final Presentation Rubric
GEOG101 Final Presentation
Exemplary
100%
Accomplished
85%
Developing
75%
Beginning
65%
Did not attempt
0%
Content (50%)
Content
(Introduction, Content and Conclusion Slides) and Synthesis
40%
Explores all assigned content.
Evaluates and selects sources using basic criteria such as
relevance to the research topic and value of the information.
Communicates information from sources accurately.
Student provided clear, accurate, and well-developed,
introduction, content, and conclusion sections.
Student explores all subtopics and subsections in exceptional
depth and supported by facts.
Student demonstrated a deep understanding of the content and

2. appeared to be well-versed on the subject being presented.
Student evaluates and selects excellent sources, using multiple
criteria, such as relevance to the research topic and value of the
information.
Student accurately, clearly, and concisely communicates
information from multiple sources.
Student provided clear, accurate, and well-developed,
introduction, content, and conclusion sections.
Student explores all subtopics and subsections to the
appropriate depth and supported by facts.
Student demonstrated a clear understanding of the content.
Student evaluates and selects appropriate sources, using basic
criteria, such as relevance and value.
Student accurately communicates information from multiple
sources.
Student provided introduction, content, and conclusion sections.
Student explores most subtopics and subsections.
Student demonstrated a general understanding of the content but
lacked depth.
Student selects adequate sources but does not show how criteria
relate to their selection.
Student communicates some information from sources, but it
may be inadequate information or from poor sources.
Student did not provide an introduction, content, or conclusion
section(s).

3. Student did not explore many subtopics and subsections to the
appropriate depth and supported by facts.
Student demonstrated a basic understanding of the content but
lacked depth.
Student selects few and/or unrelated sources without using
adequate criteria for the selection.
Student struggles to communicate information from sources
accurately.
Student did not discuss the required content clearly or
accurately.
Student does not attempt to evaluate and select multiple
excellent sources or communicate information accurately,
clearly and concisely from those sources.
Reference Citations
10%
Utilizes credible geographic sources and properly cites in APA
format both internal to the presentation and on the reference
slide.
Student properly cites all sources (audio/video/photo/text) in
APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the
last slide titled “References”.
At least five credible sources were utilized.
Student properly cites most sources (audio/video/photo/text) in
APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) and on the
last slide titled “References”.
Four credible sources were utilized.
Student properly cites some sources
(audio/video/photo/narrative) in APA format within the

4. presentation (parenthetical) and on the last slide titled
“References”.
Three sources were utilized.
Student improperly cites sources (audio/video/photo/narrative)
in APA format within the presentation (parenthetical) or on the
last slide titled “References”.
Fewer than three credible sources were utilized.
Student did not use internal citations and did not include a
reference citation slide.
GEOG101 Final Presentation
Exemplary
100%
Accomplished
85%
Developing
75%
Beginning

5. 65%
Did not attempt
0%
Presentation Materials (30%)
Organization
10%
Creates a clear and concise presentation using a logical flow of
information.
Student creates a memorable presentation that clearly defines
and explores the research topic effectively and in an innovative
manner.
Presentation follows a logical, structured, and organized
sequence.
Sections are clearly defined and developed with smooth
transitions provided between sections.
Any visual and audio effects are consistent with the narrated
content.
Student creates a presentation that clearly defines and explores
the research topic effectively.
Presentation follows a logical, structured, and organized
sequence.
Sections are clearly defined and developed with smooth
transitions provided between sections.
Any visual and audio effects are consistent with the narrated
content.
Student creates a presentation that explores the research topic.

6. Organization, transitions, and sequencing are not clear;
however, this does not distract the audience from understanding
the topic.
Student creates a presentation in a manner that distracts the
audience from understanding the topic.
Organization, transitions and sequencing are not present.
Presentation Style
10%
Uses text and visuals to effectively support the presentation.
Superb layout and use of all visuals which enhance the
understanding of the research topic and generate interest.
Clear text with excellent use of font size, type, and color.
Text is organized using concise phrases.
Reader-friendly design, clear and appropriate visuals.
Clear text with appropriate use of font size, type, and color.
Text is organized using concise phrases.
Basic design with some clear and appropriate visuals.
Inconsistent formatting of font size, type, and color.
Text is organized using concise phrases.
Very basic design with few clear and appropriate visuals.
Inconsistent formatting of font size, type, and color distract the
audience from the content.

7. Visuals or text appear overly cluttered.
No visuals relevant to the topic are present. Text provided only
in paragraph form.
Grammar, Spelling, & Punctuation
10%
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Student makes no errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
Student makes few errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation
that do not distract the audience from the content.
(1-3 unique errors)
Student makes a few errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation
that distract the audience from the content.
(4-5 unique errors)
Student makes more than 5 unique errors or any errors in
grammar, spelling, or punctuation that distract the audience
from the content.
Student makes many errors in grammar, spelling, and
punctuation such that it distracts the audience from the content.
(>10 unique errors)
GEOG101 Final Presentation
Exemplary
100%
Accomplished
85%

8. Developing
75%
Beginning
65%
Did not attempt
0%
Presentation Performance (20%)
Presentation Delivery
10%
Communicates effectively with the audience through audio
narration (required).
Illustrates the field’s current terminology.
Student uses multimedia software and hardware effectively to
communicate with the audience.
Student communicates in a professional and conversational
style.
Student uses variation in vocal tone and inflection to
communicate key points and maintain audience interest.
Proper use and pronunciation of geographic terminology are
used consistently throughout the presentation.
Student uses multimedia software and hardware effectively to
communicate with the audience.
Student communicates in a professional and conversational
style.
Proper use and pronunciation of geographic terminology are

9. used mostly throughout the presentation.
Student uses multimedia software and hardware effectively to
communicate with the audience.
Student communicates in a style that distracts from the
presentation. Examples include sounding overly rehearsed or
scripted or using an excessive amount of filler words (uh, um,
like).
Proper use and pronunciation of geographic terminology are
used somewhat throughout the presentation.
Student does not use multimedia software and hardware
effectively to communicate with the audience.
Student reads directly from presentation materials and does not
contribute additional content.
Proper use and pronunciation of geographic terminology are
lacking.
Student does not communicate effectively with the audience.
Length of Presentation
And Pace
10%
Uses allotted time appropriately and at a consistent and
appropriate pace.
Presentation within allotted time and contains 10-15 content
slides.
Demonstrates excellent time management skills delivering a
clear, well-developed, evenly-paced presentation and uses an
effective variety of speeds.

10. Presentation within allotted time and contains 10-15 content
slides.
Appropriate pace used throughout the presentation. Uses a
variety of speeds.
Presentation within 2 min. of allotted time +/- and contains a
minimum of 9 content slides.
Appropriate pace used throughout most of the presentation;
narration at times too fast or too slow.
Presentation within 3 min. of allotted time +/- and contains a
minimum of 7 content slides.
Appropriate pace was mostly lacking; much of the narration
either too fast or too slow.
Presentation too long or too short; < 1 min. or > 14 min.
American Public University System May 2018
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American Public University System May 2018