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Slideshow rubric: grades K–2, 3–5 and 6–8

This slideshow rubric scores the slides themselves: one idea a slide, text that is easy to read, images that help, sources, and design. Grades 3–5 and 6–8 use four levels with points, with content counting twice; K–2 uses three levels in plain words, with no points. Pair it with the presentation rubric for the talk. Print it, copy it into Google Docs, or open it in the rubric maker to change any cell.

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Grades K–2

3 levels, 4 criteria, no points (a switch in the maker adds them).

Slideshow rubric (Grades K–2)Name ____________________ Date ________
CriteriaWow!YesNot yet
One ideaEvery slide has one idea and a title.Most slides have one idea.My slides have too many ideas or none.
Easy to readMy words are big and easy to read from far away.Most of my words are easy to read.My words are too small or hard to read.
My picturesEvery picture matches what my slide says.Some pictures match what my slide says.My pictures do not match, or I have none.
In orderMy slides go in order from start to end.Most of my slides are in order.My slides are mixed up.
Open in the maker
  • I can put one idea on each slide.
  • I can use big words that are easy to read.
  • I can pick pictures that match my words.
  • I can put my slides in order.

Grades 3–5

4 levels, 5 criteria, 24 points in all.

Slideshow rubric (Grades 3–5)Name ____________________ Date ________ Total ____ / 24
CriteriaExceeds4 pointsMeets3 pointsApproaching2 pointsBeginning1 pointScore
Contentcounts ×2Each slide has one main idea with accurate, interesting facts that teach something new.Each slide has one main idea with accurate facts.Some slides mix ideas, or some facts are wrong.Ideas are unclear, and facts are missing or wrong./ 8
Readable textShort phrases, large text and strong contrast; everything is readable from the back.Mostly short text that is readable from the back.Long sentences or small text on several slides.Hard to read on most slides./ 4
ImagesEvery image is clear and helps explain the slide; captions where needed.Most images fit the slide and help a little.Images are blurry, decorative only, or off topic.No images, or they distract./ 4
SourcesA final slide lists every source for facts and images.A final slide lists most sources.Only one or two sources are listed.No sources are listed./ 4
Design and orderA title slide, a logical order, and a consistent look with few, calm effects.A title slide, a logical order and a mostly consistent look.The order is jumpy, or the look changes a lot.No clear order; effects distract./ 4
Open in the maker
  • I can share accurate facts, one main idea a slide.
  • I can write short text that is easy to read.
  • I can choose images that help explain my ideas.
  • I can list where my facts and pictures came from.
  • I can make slides that look alike and go in a sensible order.

Grades 6–8

4 levels, 5 criteria, 24 points in all.

Slideshow rubric (Grades 6–8)Name ____________________ Date ________ Total ____ / 24
CriteriaExceeds4 pointsMeets3 pointsApproaching2 pointsBeginning1 pointScore
Contentcounts ×2Every slide supports the central point with accurate, specific evidence; nothing is filler.Slides support the central point with accurate evidence.Some slides drift from the point, or evidence is thin or inaccurate.No clear point; content is inaccurate or off topic./ 8
Readable textKey words only, no more than a few lines a slide, consistent readable fonts and strong contrast.Mostly brief text with readable fonts and contrast.Several slides are text-heavy or hard to read.Slides are walls of text or unreadable./ 4
Images and dataImages and charts add information the words do not, with labels or captions.Images and charts fit and support the words.Visuals are mostly decorative or poorly labeled.No visuals, or they mislead or distract./ 4
Sources and creditAll facts and images credited in a consistent format; only free-to-use images chosen.All facts and images credited.Some sources or image credits are missing.No sources or credits./ 4
DesignA consistent layout, a clear hierarchy of headings, and white space that guides the eye; effects only where they help.A consistent layout and readable hierarchy.Inconsistent or cluttered layouts on several slides.Cluttered or distracting design throughout./ 4
Open in the maker
  • I can present accurate, focused content that supports my main point.
  • I can use few words, clear fonts and strong contrast.
  • I can use images, charts or diagrams that add meaning.
  • I can cite every source and give credit for every image.
  • I can design a consistent, uncluttered set of slides.

When to use it

  • Any research project or report shared as slides.
  • Score the slides with this one and the spoken talk with the presentation rubric.
  • Give it out before students start so they plan one idea a slide.

What to say to students

  • One idea a slide. If a slide needs two titles, make it two slides.
  • Use a few words on the slide and say the rest out loud.
  • Only use a picture if it helps us understand, and write down where it came from.

Related

The criteria are generic and written for this site, with no standards codes, so they fit any curriculum. Open one in the maker to change a word, add a row or switch to a single-point rubric; what you change stays in your browser.