This table can be used to judge the quality and techniques other debaters are using to convey their points. For each measurable criteria give marks for the speakers level of performance, tally the points at the end for each speaker. 1. Organization and Clarity: viewpoints and responses are outlined both clearly and orderly. 2.

over or under time, prioritized points reasonably and effectively, responsive to the dynamics of the debate); comment on how well the speaker has performed the tasks for his/her role in the debate. Overall: Speaker 1: Speaker 2: Speaker 3: Speaker 4:

What Prospective Debate Judges Need To Know A successful debate program depends on many factors, but having the right people serving as judges makes every debate really exciting and rewarding. Not only are good judges important for managing the flow of the debate but they also provide much of the

This document contains a score sheet for a debate with criteria being rated for two groups. The criteria include the content of the rebuttal speech at 30%, grammar at 20%, decorum at 20%, and articulation at 30%. Judges are to rate each group based on these criteria.

High School Judge Cheat Sheet This sheet is designed to provide a basic guideline to the criteria that can be used for judging individual DEBATE events. Remember, feedback is crucial! Let them know of things they did well, but also what they could improve on.

The document is a scoring sheet for judging a debate. It contains spaces to record the names of the judges and debate topic. It also includes a table to score each member of the debate team on their presentation of arguments, use of illustrations and examples, rebuttal of opposing arguments, overall presentation skills, and language performance.

A few things to look for. Please note: This list is not exhaustive! Is interpretation sound and reasonable? Gestures (effective or distracting?) Natural or contrived?

This document provides an adjudication sheet for a debate competition. It lists the criteria for evaluating the speakers on three elements: matter, manner, and method. Matter relates to the logic, relevance, examples and quality of arguments.

Judge’s Score Sheet Judge’s Name _____ Presenting Team _____ Part 1: PRESENTING Team’s initial presentation (10 minutes; 40 total points) 1. Was the presentation clear and systematic? Regardless of whether or not you agree with the

How to judge a debate performance? Judging debate involves evaluating arguments, delivery, and rebuttals, similar to using a Candidate Evaluation Form to score based on predefined criteria. The Debate Evaluation Form use is a practical resource …