Presentation Yay

Social Penetration Theory

Educate the class on it

Dramatize, illustrate and/or explain your theories through an informative original presentation enhanced by (a) multimedia aid(s) such as a YouTube video, Pinterest or other inspiration board, podcast, vlog, Animoto, Prezi, music, animation, PPT, interactive game, or other multimedia presentation technology, skit, game, etc. The presentation should be designed to help the rest of the class understand interpersonal communication principles, so it can entertain while it explains. Demonstrate what you have learned!

Rubric Name: Final Project Presentation

Content (45 points)	Exceeds Standards 5 points	Meets Standards 4.25 points	Needs Improvement 3.25 points	Does Not Meet Standards 2.5 points

Opening is attention getting
Introduction lays out the issue well, and establishes a framework for the rest of the presentation
Thesis/position statement is articulated clearly and reflects presentations persuasive and informative purposes
Issues/terms are defined in language appropriate for audience
Major themes are organized logically and reflect their relative importance
Generalizations are informed by relevant research from required authoritative sources
Sufficient background material is provided to put issue in context for target audience
Conclusion summarizes major points, and makes recommendations or involves call to action
Length of presentation is within the assigned time limits
Presentation (25 points)	Exceeds Standards 5 points	Meets Standards 4.25 points	Needs Improvement 3.25 points	Does Not Meet Standards 2.5 points
Type of presentation is appropriate for topic and audience
Approach to presentation/by presenter(s) encourages audience interaction
Audience interactions are facilitated with confidence
Main points are enhanced by visuals that are well-prepared, informative, creative, and effective
Technology does not distract from message
Research & Documentation (20 points)	Exceeds Standards 10 points	Meets Standards 8.5 points	Needs Improvement 6.5 points	Does Not Meet Standards 5 points
Research reflects required number and variety of credible and authoritative sources
In-text citations and end-of-text references conform to American Psychological Association conventions
Fluency (10 points)	Exceeds Standards 5 points	Meets Standards 4.25 points	Needs Improvement 3.25 points	Does Not Meet Standards 2.5 points
Language reflects college-level conventions for oral and written communications
Delivery (in person or recorded) is audible, clear, smooth and properly controlled for the target audience, with appropriate pronunciation
Overall Score	Exceeds Standards 94.96 or more	Meets Standards 69.96 or more	Needs Improvement 59.96 or more	Does Not Meet Standards 0 or more
	A to A+	C- to A-	D	F