Debate Evaluation/Judging Score Debate #

Name:

Team Position/Stand: FOR IT AGAINST IT (Circle one only)

Issue/Topic:

Rating Scale: 5 – Excellent, 4- Good, 3 – Satisfactory, 2 – Fair, 1- Need much help.

Circle one rating per criteria.

1) Opening statement (Clear, specific, and addressed the main issue clearly)

5 4 3 2 1

2) Discussion/presentation of main issues supporting position (showed research and application of legal and/or ethical subjects) & persuasiveness.

5 4 3 2 1

3) Argument/Cross Examination/Rebuttal (How well did the group defend/support its position). Clarity, preparedness, responsiveness, integration of legal subjects.

5 4 3 2 1

4) Closing statement: Persuasive, credible, related to the main issue and group stand, not repetitive, clear, persuasive and specific.

5 4 3 2 1

5) The group overall preparation & persuasiveness of the presentation is _______

5 4 3 2 1

6) The overall information and learning experience (value) provided by the group is

5 4 3 2 1

7) Group integration of technology, visual aids, and media is _____

5 4 3 2 1

8) Overall/final grade for the group (out of 5)

5 4 3 2 1

Your vote/stand on this issue/topic (following debate) (circle one only)

FOR IT AGAINST IT NOT SURE

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