Evaluation Guide for "The Ice Breaker"

Title ________________________________

Evaluator __________________________________

Date ____________________________________

NOTE TO THE EVALUATOR: The purpose of this speech was for a new member to "break the ice" to introduce himself/herself to the club and get off to a good start in Toastmasters. The speech should have a clear beginning, body and ending. The speaker has been advised to use notes, if necessary, and to forget body language. Point the speaker toward methods of improvement, but don't "pour it on." Strive to have the speaker look forward to his/her next speech. Above all, be encouraging. Your evaluation should help the speaker feel glad he/she joined Toastmasters and presented this speech. In addition to your oral evaluation, please write answers to the questions below:

• What strong points does the speaker already have?
  
  
  
• Did the audience get to know the speaker? How?
  
  
  
• Did the speech reflect adequate preparation?
  
  
  
• Did the speaker talk clearly and audibly?
  
  
  
• Did the speech have a definite opening, body and conclusion?
  
  
  
• Please comment on the speaker's use of notes.
  
  
  
• What one or two specific suggestions can you give to help the speaker improve. (Focus on showing the speaker how he or she can make the greatest amount of improvement in his/her next speech.)