Rubric for Outline
Purpose
1 ½ 0 Expresses the intention of the speaker in terms of the audience (specific purpose)
1 ½ 0 Is realistic (not too technical/specific, etc.) for the audience’s interests, average knowledge level, and beliefs
Introduction
1 ½ 0 Appropriate attention getter
1 ½ 0 Provided the audience a reason to listen
1 ½ 0 Thesis
1 ½ 0 Credibility statement
1 ½ 0 Preview of main points
Body
1 ½ 0 Follows the rules of formal outlining by indenting correctly and using appropriate numbers and letters.
1 ½ 0 The main points provide logical and compelling support that further the thesis.
1 ½ 0 The sub-points represent well thought out examples, reasons, or arguments.
1 ½ 0 All sources are cited in the text of the outline.
1 ½ 0 Follows an organizational pattern.
1 ½ 0 Focuses on informative material that is relevant and believable.
1 ½ 0 No bias or undue favoritism demonstrated.
1 ½ 0 Used type of argument discussed in the text
Transitions
1 ½ 0 Transitions, with internal summaries and preview of next point, are used between each main point of the speech.
Conclusion
1 ½ 0 Reaffirms main points
1 ½ 0 Restates thesis
1 ½ 0 Specifies precisely what the audience is to do or think in response to speech
1 ½ 0 Stresses the importance of the topic through a final statement (a clincher) that leaves a lasting impression in the minds of the listeners.
Grammar
1 ½ 0 Complete sentences were used throughout the outline.
1 ½ 0 Free of spelling and grammatical errors.
Reference Page
3 1.5 0 Lists all sources cited in the body of the outline and contains the required number of sources using APA format
Points Earned / 25 points