Debate Rubric
Following is a rubric to use for debates. You can complete this on your own, but I usually have my 'audience' members fill one out too. Rate each category on a scale of one to ten and count all ten evenly for a total of 100 points.
Name:____________________
Date: _________
Period:______
Subject of Debate:____________________________________
Pro or Con (Circle one) Which Side Won: ___________________
| Criteria | Rate: 1-10 |
Comments |
| Appearance of Team (Professionally dressed.) |
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| Opening statements were well organized. |
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| Team members addressed remarks to the audience. |
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| Opening statements were not read from cards. |
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| Both team members participated equally in opening statement. |
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| Students spoke loud enough to be heard. |
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| Rebuttal was specific to arguments made in the opposing team's opening statement. |
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| Both team members participated equally in the rebuttal. |
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| Answers to audience questions were well thought out. |
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| Respect was shown throughout the debate for the opposing team. (No name calling, interruptions, etc. ) |
Points Earned: ______________/100 Points
Learn more: Step-by-step guide to holding a classroom debate.
