Standardized Oral Assessment Form

Form updated: 4/27/07

Course Number: Semester: Date:

Topic: Evaluator:

Instructor:

Audience types: (1) General (2) Peers

Was the presentation practiced? Yes / No

Content 1 = Poor, 4 = Excellent

Material is relevant to topic	1 2 3 4
Topic is explored in depth	1 2 3 4
Student is competent and knowledgeable about topic	1 2 3 4
Reliable sources were used	1 2 3 4

Organization

Clear overview / objectives are given	1 2 3 4
Major issues are covered	1 2 3 4
Presentation has a logical sequence with smooth transitions	1 2 3 4
Clear conclusion or summary is given	1 2 3 4

Delivery

Student projects confidence and mastery	1 2 3 4
Student is relaxed, natural and spontaneous*	1 2 3 4
Student speaks clearly*	1 2 3 4
Appropriate vocabulary and grammar are used	1 2 3 4
Infrequent use of notes are made	1 2 3 4
Students maintains eye contact with audience	1 2 3 4
Effective use is made of visual / technical aids*	1 2 3 4
Presentation is within the time limitations*	1 2 3 4
Answers questions effectively (demonstrates knowledge of topic)	1 2 3 4

* See notes on the back.

Comments:

Notes

Delivery

Student is relaxed, natural and spontaneous – the presentation was not rushed

Student speaks clearly – No um’s, ah’s, etc.

Effective use is made of visual / technical aids - Avoid distracting special effects

Presentation is within the time limitations - The length of the presentation is within the specified times, neither too long nor too short