...Traditional On Campus Class Welcome to the Traditional On Campus version of Speech 103 Oral Communication! I look forward to getting to know each of you. Over the years, I have learned that many of you dread taking this class (don’t worry I felt the same way when I had to take this class) but I hope that you will find your worries to be unfounded. I work very hard to try to create a comfortable learning environment, primarily because I need you to participate in order for this class to work. This is a participatory-based class where we will all work together to help each other improve our communication skills. Consequently, you will play an active role in your own learning as well as active role in the learning of the other students in this class. Research has shown that when you are an active participant in a class you increase how much you remember as well as how much you can recall after the semester has ended. However, I have found that when you are an active participant in my class you will look forward to coming to each class session and your fears of public speaking will soon decrease. Since this class is participatory, you will find that you will put a lot of thought and effort into this class. Much learning will occur both in class and out side of class. However, while this class is demanding, I hope that you will both enjoy this experience and learn a great deal about communication, how you communicate, and how to be a better...
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...to follow this outline format for the Narrative, Informative, and Persuasive Speeches. For the Commemorative Speech, students should prepare their pre outline based upon this method, but the final speaking outline will follow a strict manuscript format, which will be discussed at a later date. Be sure to print out all bold faced words as written and fill in the appropriate information for your speech. Name Course Class Time Method of Organization Used: ______________________________ Title: _________________________________________________ Specific Purpose: _______________________________________ Thesis Statement: _______________________________________ Introduction Attention Material: Be sure to grab your audience’s attention in a creative and exciting way. Quotes, startling statements, hypothetical stories, amazing statistics are all examples of possibilities for your opening. Remember to pause before you start. Look at the audience for a moment. Breathe. Then draw them in quickly to the point of your speech. Jokes generally do not belong here. Credibility Statement: Why have you chosen this topic? Do you have any association with this topic? Are you able to show that you are an experienced person or an expert in this field? Do you know someone who has experienced this situation? There are many ways of tying yourself into the speech topic. Audience Involvement: Try to think of some way of involving the audience from the start. Some of...
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...thirty seconds of your speech are probably the most important. In that period of time you must grab the attention of the audience, and engage their interest in what you have to say in your speech. This can be achieved in several ways. For example you could raise a thought-provoking question, make an interesting or controversial statement, recite a relevant quotation or even recount a joke. Once you have won the attention of the audience, your speech should move seamlessly to the middle of your speech. Body The body of your speech will always be the largest part of your speech. At this point your audience will have been introduced to you and the subject of your speech (as set out in your opening) and will hopefully be ready to hear your arguments, your thoughts or even your ramblings on the subject of your speech. The best way to set out the body of your speech is by formulating a series of points that you would like to raise. In the context of your speech, a "point" could be a statement about a product, a joke about the bridegroom or a fond memory of the subject of a eulogy. The points should be organized so that related points follow one another so that each point builds upon the previous one. This will also give your speech a more logical progression, and make the job of the listener a far easier one. Don't try to overwhelm your audience with countless points. It is better to make a small number of points well than to have too many points, none of which are made...
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...of your speech. 3. STRUCTURE 3.1. STRUCTURING OF THE SPEECH. 3.2. THE BEGINNING. 3.3. THE BODY. 3.4. THE CLOSING. 4. DELIVERY 4.1. WHAT MATERIAL? 4.1.1. Reading from a Script. 4.1.2. Using Notes. 4.1.3. Reciting from Memory. 4.2. SPEECH DELIVERY RECOMMENDATIONS 5. SPEECH 6. CONCLUSION 7. REFERENCES 1. INTRODUCTION During the course of Leadership Development, it has often been mentioned that to lead people, the leader must motivate his followers, and one of the likely methods is to give the people a speech. To give a speech requires certain skills. Some people have these skills naturally, think of some of the great leaders in history, like Churchill and Hitler, and the way that they spoke to the people and motivated them. These skills can also be learned and every person can give a good speech if he or she follows a few simple guidelines. In the following few chapters I will attempt to discuss these guidelines. I will cover the three different steps in speeches, the planning, the writing and the delivery. Discipline in following these steps, and confidence will make it possible for the novice to give a successful speech. 2. PREPERATION 2.1. Foundations. Often, when one starts to prepare there is the urge to take a pen and paper and to start writing the speech. This is very often the wrong way to start a speech. Planning the speech forms an important step in the preparation of the speech. To not plan a speech could lead...
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...Devyn’s speech was persuading the audience to realize that the drinking age in America should be lowered. He argued that if the drinking age were lowered there would be less binge drinking, which is extremely prevalent on college campuses. I think that his topic was relevant to his audience because college students do drink over the weekend, even if they are underage, and they need to be made aware of the dangers that come with binge drinking. Also, he argued that if the drinking age were lowered, there would not be a need to binge drink because people would be educated at young age on the correct and safe way to consume alcohol. One reason he took this viewpoint is because he is from a country, Thailand I think he said, were the drinking age is lower and binge drinking is not a problem. His perspective resonated with me because I also lived in places where the drinking age was set at a younger age. One area in which Devyn excelled was in the main points he made to persuade his audience....
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... Course Speech (27 WEB 201108) Test Quiz 3 Started 8/29/11 3:09 PM Submitted 8/29/11 3:14 PM Status Completed Score 17 out of 20 points Time Elapsed 4 minutes. Instructions Answer questions. Question 1 .1 out of 1 points Reggie had a speech to prepare. He selected a topic, did his research, and sat down to draft the speech. He outlined the main points first and added the introduction and conclusion later. Is this a "textbook" way to organize a speech? Answer Selected Answer: Yes; your text suggests to start with the body of the speech first, then go back and draft the intro. Correct Answer: Yes; your text suggests to start with the body of the speech first, then go back and draft the intro. . Question 2 .1 out of 1 points The primary objective of class lectures, seminars, and workshops is to Answer Selected Answer: inform. Correct Answer: inform. . Question 3 .1 out of 1 points When you inform, which of the following do you accomplish? Answer Selected Answer: all of the above Correct Answer: all of the above . Question 4 .0 out of 1 points If the central idea is "There are three ways to interpret the stock-market page of your local newspaper," and you organize the speech into three parts, which method are you using to generate the main ideas? Answer Selected Answer: all of the above Correct Answer: logical divisions . Question 5 .1 out of 1 points Looking...
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...arrange a speech addressing the equipment used in the game of lacrosse? I would organize the speech in chronological order. First, I will discuss the history of Lacrosse. Second, I will discuss the game of lacrosse and how it is played. Third, I will discuss the equipment I will need to play lacrosse. 2. What type of speech is a problem-solution format best suited for? Why? The persuasive speech is a problem-solution best suited for because it focuses on defining a problem and a solution with the need, the plan and solution. Identify a problem need to be addressed or a need for change. Let the audience know that a problem exists so they will implement a plan for a solution. Show the audience that the plan can succeed....
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...guide has three main points in the body of the speech. On your speeches, of course, the number and organization of main points, sub points, and sub-sub points will vary depending on the topic and purpose of any given speech. However, the elements needed in the outline- title, specific purposes statement, central idea, introduction, body, conclusion, connectives, bibliography- will remain the same. Name; Viet Nguyen Date: Section: Title General Purpose: To Inform Specific Purpose Statement: To inform my audience about the Indian culture’s diversity Central Idea: Indian Wedding and Marriages Introduction (1) Gain the attention and interest of the audience; (2) Reveal the topic of the speech; (3) Establish credibility and goodwill; (4) Preview the body of the speech. (Connective: Make sure the audience knows you are moving from the introduction into the first main point of the body. Body I. A single complete sentence expressing the main point of this section of the speech. A. Sub point [As with main points, sub points should be written in full-sentences.] 1. Sub-Sub point 2. Sub-sub point B. Sub point (Connective: Use a transition or other connective to help the audience move with you from one main point to the next.) II. A single complete sentence expressing the main point of this section of the speech. A. Sub point B. Sub point 1. Sub-sub point a. Sub-sub-sub point b. Sub-sub-sub point 2. Sub-sub point (Connective: Use a...
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...Now recognized as one of the most powerful speeches of the 20th century, Dr. King’s speech was a masterpiece of political rhetoric. In Dr. King's I have Dream Speech the use of rhetorical strategies is seen throughout his speech with metaphors, Allusions and anaphora being most useful in getting his whole point around. With these rhetorical strategies Martin Luther king Jr. uses anaphora to emphasis through repetition makes these phrases more memorable, and, by extension, makes’ King’s story more memorable. Another rhetorical strategy he uses is allusion from the great Gettysburg’s address to show the equivalent worth of both cultures. The last major rhetorical strategy martin Luther king Jr. uses is metaphors, which he uses to this strategy to make point in his speech. Dr. king uses anaphora throughout his speech to gain momentum with each line to erupt in cheers after a few repetitions. For instance dr. king uses the phrases” one hundred years later, the negro is still not free” throughout his speech. Dr. King uses thus phrases...
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...How to Prepare a Persuasive Speech Public Speaking Tips for College Students Aug 19, 2009 Carol Rzadkiewicz When it comes time for students to deliver a persuasive speech, if they follow certain guidelines, they can deliver a speech that is both powerful and effective. Students are required to take public speaking in college as part of any undergraduate program of study; and of all the speeches students will be called upon to deliver, the most difficult and challenging will probably be the persuasive speech. There are steps, however, that students can take to help them prepare an effective, perhaps even outstanding, persuasive speech. Choose a Speech Topic The first step is to select a topic. When it comes to selecting one, though, students should keep two things in mind: • Since they will be expected to conduct research, preparation will be far less tedious if they select a topic in which they are truly interested and about which they would like to know more. • Ideally, they should select a topic that deals with an issue about which they genuinely care, for if they care, their passion will be evident and passion often helps sway an audience to accept a speaker’s opinion or argument. Sample Persuasive Speech Topics Although there are countless possibilities when it comes to topics for persuasive speeches, a few that students might consider include the following: • Should capital punishment be abolished? • Should marijuana be legalized? • Does intelligent...
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...Organizing the Preparation Outline I. Start with Main Points A. Look at the research and try to find a way to organize your main points (chronological, spatial, topical, problem- solution, cause-effect). B. You should have at least two and no more than four main points. C. Try to keep the wording as similar as possible in all the main points, and state them in full sentences (not in fragments). Also, devote an appropriate amount of time to each one. II. Next, Make Components of the Main Points with Subpoints A. Look at the research that fits under each main point and come up with key ideas that belong to these main points. These will be your sub points. You need at least two sub points for each main point. B. Subpoints can be in complete sentences or fragments. III. Support Your Subpoints with Sub-Subpoints (your facts and examples) A. You must have at least four sources, that will be cited in the context of your speech, in your outline, and on your Reference section at the end of your outline (look at the Hula sample outline). These sources will help you support your main points. B. Make sure in the body of your speech you tell us where your information came from, and/or who said it, in other words, CITE YOUR SOURCES IN YOUR SPEECH. C. Sources could be books, book chapters, magazine/newspaper articles, interviews with expert or knowledgeable individuals, Web...
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...precisely what a speaker wants to accomplish. specific purpose-The precise effect that the speaker wants to have on an audience. Expressed in the form of a purpose statement. survey research-Information gathering in which the responses of a sample of a population are collected to disclose information about the larger group. thesis statement-A complete sentence describing the central idea of a speech. Value-A deeply rooted belief about a concept's inherent worth. Chapter 11 Analogy-Extended comparison that can be used as supporting material in a speech. Anecdote-A brief personal story used to illustrate or support a point in a speech. basic speech structure-The division of a speech into introduction, body, and conclusion. cause-effect pattern-Organizing plan for a speech that demonstrates how one or more events result in another event or events. Citation-Brief statement of supporting material in a speech. climax patterns-Organizing plan for a speech that builds ideas to the point of maximum interest conclusion (of a speech)- The final structural unit of a speech, in which the main points are...
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...also valuable in getting a good job in the first place. Learn public speaking skill from these articles and you will not only have more success on the job. Being able to get up in front of an audience and give a speech will greatly increase your confidence. The writer of these articles is a professional teacher with 20 years experience helping people speak more effectively. In addition to the articles, you can watch carefully chosen speeches, with comments added, that will show you how to be a great speaker. Before getting into details, here are five tips to help you get going: 1. Don't try to memorize a speech. Instead, use the "key points" approach, described in detail in Lesson 2. 2. Start strong with an interesting opening. It doesn't have to be brilliant, but it has to get the audience focused on your topic. Various ways to do this will be explained in Lesson 5. 3. Don't speak too fast! This is a very common problem as nervous speakers try to finish as quickly as possible. Instead, take your time, and your audience will listen more attentively. 4. Be careful when using visual aids, including (especially!) Power Point. They can be both distracting and confusing unless they are used appropriately. (See Lessons 11 and 14 for more on this topic.) 5. Close your speech strongly with a "call to action". These five tips will get you started as a successful public speaker. You already have an advantage over other speakers. Now, let's learn how to really do a great job by moving...
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...Abstract The present paper examines how to ensure giving a good polished speech presentation. The study shows how to take a TUI university speech critique form, and use each topic: Introduction, Eye contact, Body Posture & Gestures, Voice, Organization, and Conclusion to give a well thought, organized and performed speech. How to Present a Polished Speech The introduction is the first thing your audience will hear. Many presentations fail in the opening sentences. Take the time to plan your words in the introduction and make it influential. The primary goal of a speech introduction is presenting an idea and your intentions. Make the audience want to hear the rest of your speech. (Peterson, 2005, p. 1) Botch the introduction as well as other fine points of your presentation and you chances of presenting a polished speech becomes much harder. To give a well polished speech I would first start off with an introduction, which will present the purpose of my speech. Then immediately catching the audience attention by giving them a reason to listen, should it be to save money, the subject is vital life/death, or they may need the information for their job. I will also establish my credibility in my introduction by letting the listeners know my credentials on the particular subject I’m speaking on which will also influence my audience’s attention. Though my introduction is key, nonverbal such as eye contact and body language play a huge...
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... Copyright 2011 1 Informative Speech – Topic Mapping Today I would like to talk to you about _____________________________________________. Topic By examining _______________________________ , ____________________________________ , A B _________________________ , and it is my hope that you will have a better understanding C of _______________________________________________________. Topic 2 Learning activity created by: Todd L. Wirth, Ph.D. 3 Circle the most appropriate advice that Speech Bear should dispense based on the context clues. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Advance preparation Positive thinking Practice, practice, practice Learn to use an extemporaneous style of speech Avoid chemicals as stress or anxiety relievers Use movement Seeing public speaking as a conversation, not as a performance Exercises for stress/anxiety relief 4 Circle the most appropriate advice that Speech Bear should dispense based on the context clues. 1. 2. 3. 4...
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