Oral Examination Rubric
Criteria Ratings
Content Mastery

student’s depth of understanding, accuracy, and relevance in addressing the question.
40 pts
Outstanding

Comprehensive understanding of the topic. Includes accurate, relevant, and detailed information with strong connections to broader concepts.
34 pts
Good

Strong understanding with mostly accurate and relevant information but lacks some depth or nuance or has minor gaps or omissions.
28 pts
Acceptable

Adequate understanding with some gaps in accuracy or relevance, showing a partial grasp of the topic.
22 pts
Inadequate

Limited understanding with significant inaccuracies or omissions that weaken the response.
0 pts
No Marks
Responsiveness to Questions

how well student reacts and responds to questions from the instructor
40 pts
Outstanding

Responds confidently and thoughtfully to follow-up questions, demonstrating adaptability and critical thinking.
34 pts
Good

Addresses questions adequately but with less depth or confidence.
 28 pts
Acceptable

Answers some questions but struggles with others or shows limited adaptability.
22 pts
Inadequate

Fails to address or misunderstands questions posed.
0 pts
No Marks

Organization and Clarity
the logical flow and structure of the response, ensuring ideas are presented clearly and cohesively
20 pts
Outstanding

Excellent structure with a clear, logical flow and cohesive presentation.
17 pts
Good

Good organization with only minor lapses in clarity or flow.
14 pts
Acceptable

Adequate organization, though response may feel somewhat scattered or unclear.
11 pts
Inadequate

Disorganized structure, making it harder to follow key points.
0 pts
No Marks
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