ORAL PRESENTATION EXPECTATIONS EYE CONTACT THE SPEAKER IS LOOKING

Eye Contact

The speaker is looking at the audience most of the time. The speaker makes eye contact with members of the audience at some point in the talk/presentation.

Voice

Every spoken word can be heard and understood clearly with no difficulty by the audience. The speaker uses standard English using correct vocabulary for the subject area and language appropriate for the audience.

Preparation/

Organization

Preparation is evident. The speaker makes smooth transitions between parts of the talk. No delays occur when referring to the cell model.

Pace

Talk moves at a natural rate and rhythm. Not too fast or too slow. No awkward pauses or silences occur.

Expression

The speaker varies volume, voice inflection, gestures, and facial expressions to convey enthusiasm and energy.

Audience

Engagement

The speaker engages the audience in a natural manner.

Knowledge of

Subject

The speaker demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the cell model.

Practiced

The presentation is well practiced with occasional looks to cue cards or notes. Speaker does not read directly from notes the whole presentation.

Poise

The speaker handles unexpected problems with humor, grace and persistence, without losing focus.