Knowledge/

Understanding

Accurate and complete information is presented in a concise, logical sequence. Most important vocabulary is included.

Information gaps and lengthy text are evident. Some important vocabulary is included.

Information is incomplete: logical sequence is not evident.

Title Slide with Thesis

Thesis is formulated that answers the essential questions clearly and concisely.

Thesis is formulated that indirectly considers the essential questions.

Thesis is not included, or does not answer questions.

Visual Elements

Graphics are used that help us understand your topic. The slides contain a variety of graphics. After the title slide, 3 slides are included. Bibliographic reference is included for every image.

All graphics are attractive, but some do not support the topic of the presentation. After the title slide, more or less than 3 slides are included. Bibliographic reference is included for most images.

Few graphics support the content of the presentation. After the title slide, more or less than 3 slides are included. Bibliographic reference is not included for images.

Background and Text

Background and text complement each other; easy to read, consistent throughout the presentation. Correct amount of text (no full sentences) NO spelling or grammar errors.

Background is not consistent throughout the presentation; text size and color change with each slide. Several spelling and/or grammar errors are present. Some slides have too much text.

Text cannot be read on selected background; text size and color make it difficult to focus on information. Spelling and/or grammar mistakes occur throughout the presentation. Slides have too much text.

Group participation

Everyone works well to gather information, and participate in the final presentation.

Most group members participate fully.

Group does not work well together. One person dominates presentation.