Appendix C: Speech Evaluation Competencies and Feedback Forms
Listener Feedback Checklist
Speaker:______________
Date: ________________
Topic: _______________
Listener:
Rating Scale: 4 – Excellent 3 – Good 2 – Needs improvement 1 – Omitted
Organization
___ Introduction
___ Thesis clearly stated and one main idea
___ Preview clearly stated and main points listed in order
___ Body: main points clearly stated
___ Effective transitions
___ Summary: restated main points
___ Conclusion: brief, follows summary
Content
___ Topic appropriate for audience
___ Introduction captures attention, relates to audience
___ Main points support thesis
___ Conclusion ties presentation together
Supporting Material
___ Variety of examples
___ Balanced amount for each point
Delivery
___ Eye contact
___ Gestures
___ Facial expression
___ Posture
___ Expressive voice
Wording
___ Clear and interesting
___ Appropriate to audience
Visual Aids
___ Sufficient amount
___ Quality
___ Selection
___ Used effectively
Overall Effectiveness
___ Adapted to audience and situation
___ Maintained interest and attention
___ Poised and confident
- What are two aspects of the presentation that the speaker did well?
- Make one specific suggestion for improvement on delivery?
- Make one specific suggestion for improvement on content and/or organization.