The document provides guidance on how students will be graded in a public speaking course. It explains that lower expectations will be placed early in the semester as students learn techniques through constructive feedback. Areas that will be graded include delivery factors like voice, body language, and eye contact. Content will be evaluated based on supporting details, organization, preparation, and overall effectiveness. The goal of the course is to help students improve their public speaking skills and confidence through practice and applying principles from lessons.

1. How Will I Be Graded?P. 11-12Don’t panic!Look over criteria

2. In the beginning…Lower expectationsLearning process with constructive criticismLearn to apply principles

3. Progress through the semesterRequirements will increasePay attention to the list of areasReflect & utilize methods from lessons in presentations

4. DeliveryVoiceVolume, energy, speaking rate, & articulationBodyEye contact, gestures, poise, & facial expression

5. ContentSupportWhat you say – enough informationVariety of the contentSupport with illustrations, examples, etc.

6. ContentPreparationMet requirementsEvident in poiseTopic, message, & delivery demonstrate planning & practice

7. ContentOrganizationContent structure of speechLogical progressionSmooth flowIntro, body, transitions, conclusionAble to follow explanations/reasonings

8. ContentOverall EffectivenessSubjectiveOverall effectiveness in all areas but speech lackingEffective overall presentation though other criteria unmet

9. Your Speech ClassTrains you in public speakingBuilds confidenceDevelop research & organizational skillsListen intelligently

10. Public SpeakingKeep a positive attitudeTrust the Lord to help youBe creativeBe confident