Debate
Grade competitive and classroom debates consistently with criteria for argumentation, rebuttal, persuasive delivery, and team coordination, then export the rubric to PDF.
· 24 points total
Levels
4
Max score · 24 pts
CRITERIA
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Weights multiply each level's points toward the total.
How to grade with this rubric
- Score Argument & Evidence and Rebuttal & Refutation live during each side's speaking turns — they carry double weight.
- Note whether rebuttals address the opponent's actual points or just repeat the debater's own position.
- Share the rubric before the debate so students prepare evidence and anticipate counterarguments.