PowerPoint


 * PowerPoint Speech**

This is the 8th Grade Speech Class introduction to properly using technology in oral presentations. Many of my students already know how to use PowerPoint, but they don't know how to use PowerPoint properly. So, I begin by demonstrating how //**not**// to use PowerPoint, and through this process I explain how to get the most out of creating a good Presentation.

The class is required to write a speech about someone they look up to, or someone that inspires them. I allow famous people, but the best presentations are always the personal ones (i.e. family member). The speech is 3-6 minutes long, and I allow a 15 second leeway. I also give extra credit to anyone who is able to use the time narration feature properly, which takes perfect timing to execute properly.


 * Below is the 8th Grade rubric that I use to grade the PowerPoint Speech. **


 * < 0 = None ||< 2 = Moderately Weak ||< 4 = Moderately Strong ||
 * < 1 = Weak ||< 3 = Average ||< 5 = Strong ||

Delivery

1. The student met the time requirement of 3-6 minutes. 2. The student maintained eye contact throughout. 3. The student didn't have any physical or vocal (ums) distractions! 4. The student demonstrated enthusiasm for his/her topic demonstrating voice inflection, rate, and pitch.
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Written Speech

5. The student introduces the topic in a clear, lively, and interesting fashion. 6. The student's writing flows well and has clear main points supported by explanations and facts. 7. The student concludes with an interesting and brief summary of the presented information.
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Technology/Visuals

8. The student appropriately used technology to __aid__ in telling the story. 9. The student concentrated on speaking to the entire class rather than reading outline points. 10. Graphics are attractive, appealing, and support the topic of the presentation.
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