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Rubric score range is Consistently, Usually, In Progress
Presentation Style
Spoke loudly and clearly
Maintained eye contact
Did you have poise
Were visual aids used well?
Presentation Content
Are all visual aids presented neatly with
correct spelling?
Were several reasons given for the trip?
Did you back up your presentation with
evidence?
Process
Prewriting or Brainstorming
Practiced the presentation before
Used their voice/Did not copy
Followed Assignment directions
Turned in on time
Worked independently
General Notes about the Presentation (Maximum of 21 points)