Persuasive Podcast Rubric

CATEGORY Introduction

4 Meets Standards The thesis statement names the topic and purpose of the podcast and outlines the main points to be discussed. Includes 3 or more pieces of information and evidence (facts, statistics, examples, real-life experiences) that support the chosen energy form. The speaker anticipates the listener's concerns, biases or arguments and has provided at least 3 counter-arguments (or statements against using a form of energy different from the one chosen.) All of the evidence and examples are specific, relevant and explanations are given that show how each piece of evidence supports the speaker's position.

3 - Approaching Standards The thesis statement names the topic of the podcast and identifies most of the main points to be discussed. Includes 2 or more pieces of information and evidence (facts, statistics, examples, real-life experiences) that support the chosen energy form. The speaker anticipates the listener's concerns, biases or arguments and has provided at least 2 counter-arguments (or statements against using a form of energy different from the one chosen.) Most of the evidence and examples are specific, relevant and explanations are given that show how each piece of evidence supports the speaker's position.

2 - Below Standards The thesis statement outlines some or all of the main points to be discussed but does not name the topic. Includes 1 or more pieces of information and evidence (facts, statistics, examples, real-life experiences) that support the chosen energy form. The speaker anticipates the listener's concerns and provides one counterargument. Arguments may be unclear or based on opinion, rather than fact.

1 Below basic Standards The thesis statement does not name the topic AND does not preview what will be discussed. Lacks information about why the energy form was chosen.

Support for Position

Counter argument

The speaker does not anticipate listeners concerns or questions. Lacks information about other forms of energy other than the main energy source chosen. Evidence and examples are NOT relevant AND/OR are not explained.

Evidence and Examples

At least one of the pieces of evidence and examples is relevant and has an explanation that shows how that piece of evidence supports the speaker's position.

Sequencing

Arguments and support are provided in a logical order that makes it easy and interesting to follow the speaker's train of thought. Demonstrates a clear understanding of the potential listener and uses appropriate vocabulary and arguments. The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the speaker's position. Effective restatement of the thesis statement begins the closing paragraph. Each group member is given equal speaking time and present valid arguments, examples, or counterarguments.

Arguments and support are provided in a fairly logical order that makes it reasonably easy to follow the speaker's train of thought. Demonstrates a general understanding of the potential listener and uses vocabulary and arguments appropriate for that audience. The conclusion is recognizable. The speaker's position is restated within the first two sentences of the closing paragraph.

A few of the support details or arguments are not in an expected or logical order, distracting the listener and making the podcast seem a little confusing. Demonstrates some understanding of the potential listener and uses arguments appropriate for that audience.

Audience

Many of the support details or arguments are not in an expected or logical order, distracting the listener and making the podcast seem very confusing. It is not clear who the podcast was designed for.

Closing paragraph

The conclusion is weak and does not explicitly restate the speakers position.

There is no conclusion. Podcast ends abruptly.

Group participation

Group members are mostly equal in the speaking time and quality of arguments.

One or more group members are more involved in speaking and presenting arguments and examples.

Little to no group collaboration is evident in the final podcast.