Q Speech Critiques Purpose: The purpose of this discussion is to help you identify strengths and weaknesses in public speaking. It allows me to see if you understand the principles you have been reading about. Grading Rubric 10 Points Possible Points 6 points 4 points 2 points Initial response Addresses all parts of the question clearly, thoughtfully, and thoroughly. All parts of the question are answered, but detail is lacking, or detail is present, but not all parts of the question are answered. Minimal response. Points 4 points 2 points 0 points Peer Responses At least 2 responses meet specifications and encourage interaction and/or discussion. Less than 2 responses meet specifications. No responses meet specifications. Speech Critiques Instructions: Go to http://www.youtube.com/Links to an external site. and enter “speeches” and/or “student speeches” as a search term. Select and view a formal speech. Do not select jokes, bloopers, etc. Select a speech that is clearly intended to be taken seriously. Critique the speech based on what you are learning in the class. In your initial response (Due by Thursday): Post a link to the speech you viewed. Post your critique of the speech. In your responses to your peers’ initial postings, (Due by Sunday night): view the speech and offer your observations of the speech and of your peer’s critique.