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Research Paper/Speech Checklist
As we work thought eh research paper process you will be expected to complete a
series of steps leading up to the final product. Because the English Department believes
the steps of the research paper are extremely important in creating a strong final
product, each step is checked and a test grade will be assigned upon completion of the
steps. It is essential to complete each step by the assigned due date, or credit will not be
given for that step.
Step 1: Choose a topic- in class! Write down your topic so you don’t forget it!

Step Points Deadline info Date due
Brainstorm: issue-related supporting arguments, opposing arguments
Wednesday,
2 ___/10 and research needs (worksheet #1).
October 14
Friday,
3 ___/10 Note cards: First set of SOURCE and NOTE cards- 2 sc’s and 15 nc’s
October 16
Note cards: Second set of SOURCE and NOTE cards- 2 sc’s and 15
Friday,
3 ___/15 nc’s (total of 4 sc’s and 30 nc’s)
October 23
Note cards: Third set of SOURCE and NOTE cards- 2 sc’s and 15 nc’s
Friday,
3 ___/15 (total of 6 sc’s and 45 nc’s)
October 30
Works Cited: a works cited page set up in correct MLA format listing all
Friday,
4 ___/10 six sources due with 3rd set of nc’s
October 30
Outline: Once you have the nc’s set, you will organize them the way you
Friday,
5 ___/15 want them presented in your speech/essay and outline accordingly.
November 2
Speech: You will give a 5 minute speech on your topic to the class. Friday,
6 ___/10
Nov. 2-4
Rough Draft: Once you have completed your outline, write a rough
draft, formatted correctly and well developed- the better the draft, the Friday,
7 ___/15
better the feedback. November 6

8 ___/10 Final Draft: due one week after I return your rough draft TBD
Total /100
Persuasive Speech Pre-research Organizer
When giving a persuasive speech it is necessary not only to argue your position, but
also to respond to the opposing viewpoint. In the chart below identify the issue on which
you are focusing and the opposing arguments. In the box below each argument write
what information you will have to find in your research.

Issue:

Supporting Argument: Opposing Argument:
1) 1)

Research needs:

2) 2)

Research needs:

3) 3)

Research needs:
Persuasive Speech Graphic Organizer
Look at all of the research you have done on your topic. Determine the point of view you
wish to adopt and what you intend to prove. This speech meant to be informative and
persuasive it is necessary to convince the reader of your point-of- view. Transfer these
ideas onto your outline.
Point of view:

Main Idea 1- fact and source
A.

How this proves point-of-view:

Main Idea 2- fact/definition and source
A.

How this proves point-of-view:

Main Idea 3- fact/definition and source
A.

How this proves point-of-view:

How this proves point-of-view:
Citation Worksheet

This sheet is designed to help you identify the information you will need to create a
complete and correct list of Works Cited in MLA style.

You will need to make a note of this information for each source you look at. You may
not use all of the different types of sources; these are just guidelines. However, you must
include one book source (#1)

1. Non-fiction book or novel
a) Author (s) in alpha order by last name
b) Entire title of book
c) Publisher & place of publication (closest regional publisher)
d) Year published (most recent date)
e) Relevant pages of quoted material

2. Article from a scholarly journal (CQ Researcher or journals found on Infotrack)
a) Author:
b) Title of article:
c) Name of Journal:
d) Volume and issue number:
e) Year:
f) Relevant pages:
** If the article was obtained from an online source (Infotrack)
g) Online source:
h) Date accessed:

3. Scholarly website
a) Title of website:
b) Author, company webmaster:
c) Web address:
d) Date accessed:

For information on HOW to create a works
cited page see page 1291 and 1292 in your
Literature textbook.
You can also use internet tools: EasyBib, NoodleTools, and CiatitionMachine
however, these are not always accurate, check your citation pages against the
textbook!
FACT NOTE CARD

Main Idea # Topic
Source #

*Fact

Date found

** No more than 2 facts per note card and only one source per note card. Do not
number your cards in order you complete them, keep track of how many facts
you have by numbering them according to the main idea the facts help prove.

SOURCE NOTE CARD

Source #
Type of source
A)
B)
C)
D)
E)
Persuasive Speech Preparation Questionnaire
In order to earn credit for the Oral Communication project, this form must be submitted
BEFORE giving your speech. Your responses need to be written in complete sentences
and include specific ideas.
This form may be typed.

1. In several complete and detailed sentences, explain the purpose of your speech.

2. Describe the intended audience for this speech and how you plan to address their
interests.

3. What prior knowledge does your audience have concerning this topic? (think about
what you knew before you started research)

4. What new information will you have to provide the audience? (think of major terms,
concepts and ideas that were new to you when you started to do research or
information your audience may not have ever heard before.)
Persuasive Speech Reflection Questionnaire
In order to earn credit for the Oral Communication project, this form must be submitted
AFTER giving your speech. Your responses need to be written in complete sentences
and include specific ideas.
This form may be typed.

1. What were the major strengths of your presentation? In what way were these
strengths?

2. What were the weaknesses of your presentation? In what way were these
weaknesses?

3. Were you successful at achieving the purpose of your speech? Explain why or why
not.

4. If you were to give this speech again, what would you do differently?

5. Attach your outline and 10 note cards to this page when finished with your
presentation.
Persuasive Speech Presentation Rubric

Name: Date: Class:

Requirements Comments Value Points
Preparation form is completed before the speech. All research material is passed in.
P/F

Speech Information
Introduction: Address the audience and
clearly states purpose. 7

Provides examples and resources __/10
Defines unfamiliar concepts __/10
Material is logical and unified, uses __/10
transitions
Content thoroughly addresses the 50
speech, remains on topic __/10
Conclusion: provides closure,
summarizes all major points of the __/10
presentation and offers final opinion
statement
Questions: Asks if there are questions and
responds appropriately to audience. 8

Delivery Skills
Voice: clear, able to be heard __/5
Formal Language: proper English used. __/7 30
Posture: stands upright, no fidgeting
__/4
Eye contact made at all times __/4
Meets the 5 min time requirement
__/10
4:00=3, 4:30=5, 4:45=7, 6:00=7
Voice inflection, and pronunciation __/5
Reflection form: reflection form is completed after the speech. P/F

Final Grade

Notes on speech: