Debate+Rubric

For debate participation, you will be evaluated on the following values:

Participant's comments are accurate. Participant's comments add to the debate (avoid repetition or superfluousness). Each participant’s statements are relevant to the topic and appropriate for his/her position. Participant delivers ideas in a clear and concise manner, without too much reliance on notes. Participant speaks loudly and clearly enough to be heard by the entire class. Participant replies to others' statements specifically. Participant maintains eye contact with each other and are otherwise engaged in the debate. Any personal attacks, even if followed by solid research, will not be scored. Side conversations beyond the debate will result in a loss of points. The debate participation fulfills the requirements of the assignment. (this will vary by assignment and could include # of times each person participates or the requirement that certain terms or perspectives be incorporated/demonstrated). Participant avoids making points that are only attacking another position rather than putting forward their own.