Poet Presentation Rubric

Poet Presentation Rubric Name:______

Poet:______

Visual: 25 points

Biographical Info (include poet’s photo) ______/10

Poem (at least one) ______/10

Creativity, Neatness, Originality ______/5

Consider a shape that relates to your poet or poem.

Do NOT cut and paste info from the Internet.

Make the info readable from a distance.

Total:______/25

Poise and Eye Contact ______/20

Use of Note cards (as minimal as possible) ______/15

Voice (loudness & tone) ______/15

Total: ______/50

Significant information about the poet’s personal life ______/10

Significant information about professional life ______/10

(Include anything unique, most notable awards and works)

Reading and interpretation of at least one poem by the poet ______/5

The interpretation may be your own or one found through research.

Do NOT read your poem from the poster. Make another copy.

Total :______/25

Listening to other speakers & took notes Total: ______/5

3-5 minutes ______Total:______/5

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