Paper Length: 3 -4 pages double spaced, 1" margins, ariel or times new roman 12 point font, No cover page, works cited does not count towards the page requirement and is required for informaiton citation, MLA or APA format.
Directions: Last class in groups you decided what controversial topic you would like to pursue. Your groups were divided into two groups (pro vs. con/support vs. opposition) you were then instructed to create 3 - 4 main arguments for which you would construct your paper (ideally there are 3 - 4 people in your group and you can delegate an argument each which should be a typed, double spaced paper page length each, thus your 3 -4 page requirement already met!) Each person is to be responsible for contributing to the paper, however this is a group project so you will be graded as a group.
Next week I will allow you to meet with your group members to go over your arguments. From there, one group member shall volunteer to take all the arguments home and write an intro and a conclusion and tidy up the paper so that it is a cohesive paper - in other words, I do not want 3 - 4 different papers (arguments) turned in to me when the paper is due. Each group should present me with one unifed paper, one unified viewpoint.
Due date: Wednesday, Jan. 26 at the start of class.
You will also be required to orally present your argument to the class and participate in a small debate with the opposition.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Chapter 1
Benefits of public speaking (3)
Credibility (term)
Dynamism (term)
Common ground (term)
4 steps of listening critically (from discussion not book)
4 major listening goals (from discussion)
Comm. Models (3) (from discussion)
Channel (term)
Noise (term)
Feedback (term)
Communication (term) (according to the text)
Chapter 2
Canons of rhetoric
Chapter 3
Ways to generate speech topics (5)
General purposes (3)
Specific purposes (term)
Thesis statement (term)
3 things to consider when choosing a topic
Chapter 4
Audience analysis (term)
Demographics (term)
Worldview (term)
Ways to gather information about the audience (4)
Open vs. Closed ended questions
Degree questions
Audience adaptation (term)
Chapter 6
Organizational patterns (6)
Monroe's motivated sequence elements
Law of recency (from discussion)
Primacy (from discussion)
Transistions (3)
Purpose of introductions
Functions of conclusions
Chapter 7
Extemporaneous delivery
Memorized
Manuscript
Impromptu
*Review graph on pg.162
Appx. A
Small group communication (term)
Questions of fact, value, and policy
Problem vs. solution Questions
Absolute and important criteriaTypes of group presentations
Post Midterm:
Bibliographic & Internal refrences P.114
Oral Citations P. 114
(2) types of examples P. 117
Survey, Testimony, Stats, etc. P. 117 - 121
Boolean Search
Time sequence - monroe's motivated sequence P. 133 - 139
Dennotative vs. Conotative P. 184
Visual aids P. 204 - 209; 212- 215
Types of Persuasive speeches P. 250 - 251
Fact/Value/policy P. 254
Hierarchy of needs P. 258
Fallacies P. 261
Special occasion P. 276 - 281
Benefits of public speaking (3)
Credibility (term)
Dynamism (term)
Common ground (term)
4 steps of listening critically (from discussion not book)
4 major listening goals (from discussion)
Comm. Models (3) (from discussion)
Channel (term)
Noise (term)
Feedback (term)
Communication (term) (according to the text)
Chapter 2
Canons of rhetoric
Chapter 3
Ways to generate speech topics (5)
General purposes (3)
Specific purposes (term)
Thesis statement (term)
3 things to consider when choosing a topic
Chapter 4
Audience analysis (term)
Demographics (term)
Worldview (term)
Ways to gather information about the audience (4)
Open vs. Closed ended questions
Degree questions
Audience adaptation (term)
Chapter 6
Organizational patterns (6)
Monroe's motivated sequence elements
Law of recency (from discussion)
Primacy (from discussion)
Transistions (3)
Purpose of introductions
Functions of conclusions
Chapter 7
Extemporaneous delivery
Memorized
Manuscript
Impromptu
*Review graph on pg.162
Appx. A
Small group communication (term)
Questions of fact, value, and policy
Problem vs. solution Questions
Absolute and important criteriaTypes of group presentations
Post Midterm:
Bibliographic & Internal refrences P.114
Oral Citations P. 114
(2) types of examples P. 117
Survey, Testimony, Stats, etc. P. 117 - 121
Boolean Search
Time sequence - monroe's motivated sequence P. 133 - 139
Dennotative vs. Conotative P. 184
Visual aids P. 204 - 209; 212- 215
Types of Persuasive speeches P. 250 - 251
Fact/Value/policy P. 254
Hierarchy of needs P. 258
Fallacies P. 261
Special occasion P. 276 - 281
Thursday, August 6, 2009
FOCUS PAPER ASSIGNMENT
Focus Paper
DUE: On the final exam day
5 -7 pages. Refer to your syllabus for format guidelines.
Directions: Using the knowledge you have gained throughout this course about the characteristics of an effective speaker and speech, analyze any speech from the 2008 Presidential Election.
1.) Choose a speech (Avoid debates as they are not fully formed speeches and instead look for speeches with an introduction, body and conclusion. The speech can be from anyone; Obama or McCain, Palin or Biden, or even Oprah or Paris Hilton as long as it is related to the 2008 Presidential election and fulfills the requirements of this paper.)
2.) Watch the speech and/or read the transcript
3.) Summarize the speech in YOUR OWN WORDS (*Remember, turnitin.com catches plagiarism)
4.) Take a stance on the effectiveness of the speaker and/or the speech (good papers will analyze not only the content and format of the message, but will also analyze the speaker’s style; nonverbals (gestures, vocal quality, pitch, tone) of the source. *Remember – written language is different than oral language, a speech that looks good on paper may or may not translate well verbally, depending on the speaker’s delivery.
5.) Support your opinion with an analysis of the speech. (*Remember to narrow your paper – you are NOT expected to cite examples of past presidential speeches or even past speeches from the same speaker to compare or contrast. You must focus only on this specific speech.) In the analysis section of your paper you are expected to incorporate all of the information you have gained throughout this course about how to be a successful public speaker and how to create effective speeches to support your central idea (opinion). In other words, was the introduction effective? Why or why not? What technique did he/she use, if any, to open the speech? Was a preview included? What kind of transitions? Which organizational technique did the speaker employ? Was there noise? Was there soft or hard evidence? Were there visual aids? Was the speech cohesive? Did the speaker think about the audience, occasion and themselves? Was there a summary in the conclusion? Closure? (These are just a few questions you can ask to help you with your analysis of the speech, but there are many, many more. Think of the discussion we had on the 3 YouTube videos, what elements of the speech were talked about? Also, look at critique forms from your past speeches to get ideas of analysis. The analysis section is mainly made up of your opinion but you are required not simply to state your opinion but to support your opinion (for instance do not merely say, “Palin’s nonverbals enticed the audience.” Provide specific examples form the speech such as, “Palin’s nonverbals enticed the audience. She looked directly at the camera and winked more than 3 times throughout her 7 min. speech. This was a good technique because winking can be viewed as a sign of …..”)
6.) Research other opinions on the speech (they can either support or oppose your central idea.)
Format of the paper: The paper MUST be divided into these 5 parts (each part should be titled as to signify each section.)
1.) Introduction (approximately ½ page)
· Must contain thesis / central idea
2.) Summary (Approximately 1 page)
· Answer who, what, when, where, why?
· Do not include analysis in this section. Simply summarize the speech (just as you would tell someone about a movie you have seen. Chronological organization.)
3.) Literature Review (approximately 1 – 1½ pages)
· AT LEAST 5 SOURCES are required
· Research credible opinions of the speech (they can either support or oppose your position) and summarize them in this section. In other words, what other opinions on this speech are out there? Who said what? MLA / APA format as always.
4.) Analysis (approximately 2 – 3½ pages) * * * Most important part of paper!
5.) Conclusion (approximately ½ page)
* A Works Cited/ Bibliography page is required. MLA/APA format (NOT included in 5 -7 pg. requirement.) A separate cover page is not required.
DUE: On the final exam day
5 -7 pages. Refer to your syllabus for format guidelines.
Directions: Using the knowledge you have gained throughout this course about the characteristics of an effective speaker and speech, analyze any speech from the 2008 Presidential Election.
1.) Choose a speech (Avoid debates as they are not fully formed speeches and instead look for speeches with an introduction, body and conclusion. The speech can be from anyone; Obama or McCain, Palin or Biden, or even Oprah or Paris Hilton as long as it is related to the 2008 Presidential election and fulfills the requirements of this paper.)
2.) Watch the speech and/or read the transcript
3.) Summarize the speech in YOUR OWN WORDS (*Remember, turnitin.com catches plagiarism)
4.) Take a stance on the effectiveness of the speaker and/or the speech (good papers will analyze not only the content and format of the message, but will also analyze the speaker’s style; nonverbals (gestures, vocal quality, pitch, tone) of the source. *Remember – written language is different than oral language, a speech that looks good on paper may or may not translate well verbally, depending on the speaker’s delivery.
5.) Support your opinion with an analysis of the speech. (*Remember to narrow your paper – you are NOT expected to cite examples of past presidential speeches or even past speeches from the same speaker to compare or contrast. You must focus only on this specific speech.) In the analysis section of your paper you are expected to incorporate all of the information you have gained throughout this course about how to be a successful public speaker and how to create effective speeches to support your central idea (opinion). In other words, was the introduction effective? Why or why not? What technique did he/she use, if any, to open the speech? Was a preview included? What kind of transitions? Which organizational technique did the speaker employ? Was there noise? Was there soft or hard evidence? Were there visual aids? Was the speech cohesive? Did the speaker think about the audience, occasion and themselves? Was there a summary in the conclusion? Closure? (These are just a few questions you can ask to help you with your analysis of the speech, but there are many, many more. Think of the discussion we had on the 3 YouTube videos, what elements of the speech were talked about? Also, look at critique forms from your past speeches to get ideas of analysis. The analysis section is mainly made up of your opinion but you are required not simply to state your opinion but to support your opinion (for instance do not merely say, “Palin’s nonverbals enticed the audience.” Provide specific examples form the speech such as, “Palin’s nonverbals enticed the audience. She looked directly at the camera and winked more than 3 times throughout her 7 min. speech. This was a good technique because winking can be viewed as a sign of …..”)
6.) Research other opinions on the speech (they can either support or oppose your central idea.)
Format of the paper: The paper MUST be divided into these 5 parts (each part should be titled as to signify each section.)
1.) Introduction (approximately ½ page)
· Must contain thesis / central idea
2.) Summary (Approximately 1 page)
· Answer who, what, when, where, why?
· Do not include analysis in this section. Simply summarize the speech (just as you would tell someone about a movie you have seen. Chronological organization.)
3.) Literature Review (approximately 1 – 1½ pages)
· AT LEAST 5 SOURCES are required
· Research credible opinions of the speech (they can either support or oppose your position) and summarize them in this section. In other words, what other opinions on this speech are out there? Who said what? MLA / APA format as always.
4.) Analysis (approximately 2 – 3½ pages) * * * Most important part of paper!
5.) Conclusion (approximately ½ page)
* A Works Cited/ Bibliography page is required. MLA/APA format (NOT included in 5 -7 pg. requirement.) A separate cover page is not required.
Persuasive Speech Assignment
Persuasive Speech Assignment
DUE: Tuesday August 18
Time Limit: 7 - 9 mins.
Purpose: to persuade your audience. Again, you select the topic. This time, keep in mind that you must select a topic about which your audience holds varying beliefs (you need to persuade, this cannot be done if everyone already agrees with you).
Sources: You want your audience to believe you and take your side. You must convince them using CONCRETE EVIDENCE from sources to back up your own opinions. Your opinions are not enough (although both soft and hard evidence is encouraged – soft is not enough), because you may not be an expert. At least 2 credible sources are required. Find sources related to your topic and read them to get supporting material and ideas for building your arguments (you must cite both of them during your speech and have them on your speech outline in MLA or APA format), and to understand opposing viewpoints.
Format: The organization of this speech is similar to the others you have done. Introduction: 1) gain attention; 2) Show relevance to audience 3) build your credibility---why are you speaking on this topic? 4) reveal your central theme/ idea and preview speech. Body: This is where you explain the need/problem, cause, effect, value, fact, or policy (give definitions, examples, illustrations, statistics, testimony, etc.), show how the problem relates to the audience and offer a workable satisfaction/solution. Next, provide the audience with a vision of anticipated outcomes associated with your solution (visualization step). Show the audience how the solution you are proposing has been successful elsewhere, and how it will work in your situation. Challenge the audience to do something within 24 hours (call to action) related to your topic. Conclusion: 1) summarize the main points; 2) provide a memorable ending, something we can't forget because it's so powerful. 3.) Provide closure
This speech must be persuasive (not simply informative). You may use a question of fact, value or policy. The topic must be relevant to us and well adapted (Remember: Audience, occasion and yourself). It should not be too simple or too complex. It must be narrowed (this means that you narrow the topic so that you adequately cover all essential material in the time limit, but also not too narrow that you leave the audience wanting more or/and go under the time limit).Decide upon the most effective organizational pattern based upon your goals and organize your speech accordingly. Use critical thinking skills! The speech must be free of the fallacies of reasoning and unethical persuasive techniques such as, scare tactics.
Visual Aid: 1 visual aid is required for this speech (2 dimensional, 3 dimensional, audiovisual…) Remember not to bring in anything that may negatively affect your credibility or cause too much noise and distract the audience form your message.
Outline: ALL OUTLINES ARE DUE BEFORE YOU PRESENT. NO EXCEPTIONS! Refer to your textbook for sample persuasive speech outlines. As always, outlines must be typed and must include source information in MLA/APA format.
DUE: Tuesday August 18
Time Limit: 7 - 9 mins.
Purpose: to persuade your audience. Again, you select the topic. This time, keep in mind that you must select a topic about which your audience holds varying beliefs (you need to persuade, this cannot be done if everyone already agrees with you).
Sources: You want your audience to believe you and take your side. You must convince them using CONCRETE EVIDENCE from sources to back up your own opinions. Your opinions are not enough (although both soft and hard evidence is encouraged – soft is not enough), because you may not be an expert. At least 2 credible sources are required. Find sources related to your topic and read them to get supporting material and ideas for building your arguments (you must cite both of them during your speech and have them on your speech outline in MLA or APA format), and to understand opposing viewpoints.
Format: The organization of this speech is similar to the others you have done. Introduction: 1) gain attention; 2) Show relevance to audience 3) build your credibility---why are you speaking on this topic? 4) reveal your central theme/ idea and preview speech. Body: This is where you explain the need/problem, cause, effect, value, fact, or policy (give definitions, examples, illustrations, statistics, testimony, etc.), show how the problem relates to the audience and offer a workable satisfaction/solution. Next, provide the audience with a vision of anticipated outcomes associated with your solution (visualization step). Show the audience how the solution you are proposing has been successful elsewhere, and how it will work in your situation. Challenge the audience to do something within 24 hours (call to action) related to your topic. Conclusion: 1) summarize the main points; 2) provide a memorable ending, something we can't forget because it's so powerful. 3.) Provide closure
This speech must be persuasive (not simply informative). You may use a question of fact, value or policy. The topic must be relevant to us and well adapted (Remember: Audience, occasion and yourself). It should not be too simple or too complex. It must be narrowed (this means that you narrow the topic so that you adequately cover all essential material in the time limit, but also not too narrow that you leave the audience wanting more or/and go under the time limit).Decide upon the most effective organizational pattern based upon your goals and organize your speech accordingly. Use critical thinking skills! The speech must be free of the fallacies of reasoning and unethical persuasive techniques such as, scare tactics.
Visual Aid: 1 visual aid is required for this speech (2 dimensional, 3 dimensional, audiovisual…) Remember not to bring in anything that may negatively affect your credibility or cause too much noise and distract the audience form your message.
Outline: ALL OUTLINES ARE DUE BEFORE YOU PRESENT. NO EXCEPTIONS! Refer to your textbook for sample persuasive speech outlines. As always, outlines must be typed and must include source information in MLA/APA format.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Sample Informative Speech
Sample Informative Speech Outline
Title: Candlemaking Specific purpose: To inform my audience on how to make candles.
I. Introduction
A. Attention Material: What comes to mind when you see candles? We associate candles with celebrations (like Christmas or birthdays) or special occasions. Candles date back to the Ancient Egyptians who are credited with making the first candles. They used torches made by soaking the spongy core of reeds in melted tallow (National Candle Association: History of Candlemaking, p. 1).
B. Tie to the audience: I’m sure that all of us at some point have used candles for celebrations, romantic experiences, or for just plain decoration. The great part about making your own candles is that they are inexpensive to make and you shape the wax into something special. What could be more special than to make someone you love a homemade gift?
C. Credibility material: Two years ago, I made candles for decoration and also for people to purchase during a medieval Madrigal dinner production that our A Cappella choir put on. I have also made candles since then as a part of my church youth group around the Christmas season.
D. Preview: I will explain three basic things which include how to go about finding the right materials, how to melt the wax, and how to make a molded ice-cube candle.
[Transition: Let’s start by doing the most important thing, which is to find all of the materials, and tools needed to make candles.]
II. Body
A. The first step is to gather the equipment you will need (The Basics and Cool Candlemaking Ideas, p. 1).
1. You will need wax; you can either use old, worn out candles which are obviously free or you can purchase paraffin wax from a craft store.
2. You will need wicks; you can make wicks from heavy, braided cotton string or can purchase wicks from a craft store. I read in Ray Shaw’s book entitled Candle Art that heavy braided cotton string works just as good (Shaw 25-26). I’ve never tried the cotton string but it’s worth a try.
3. You need to set up a double boiler.
a. You can use an actual double boiler
b. You can make your own using a pan and a jar or coffee can.
4. You will need a mold if you are planning on making a molded candle. This can be anything; a milk carton, Dixie cups, tin can, paper towel tube, etc.
5. There are two optional ingredients.
a. You can use crayons of the desired color to color the wa or buy wax dye.b.You can purchase scented oil to make your candles smell wonderful.
[Transition: Once you have all the material that you need, you can move on to melting the wax.]
B. Your second step is to melt the wax (Pioneer Clubs: Trailblazer Handbook, p. 165).
1. Start by placing wax in the double boiler or in a coffee can put in a pan of water.
2. Heat until the water boils.
3. Make sure to turn down the heat, and let the wax melt. Don’t let it boil.
4. Add wax dye, crayons, or scent (if desired) and stir.
[Transition: Now that the wax is melted, you can let your creativity run wild and have fun making candles. You can make just about anything but I’m going to show you how to make a molded ice-cube candle. ]
C. This is how you go about making a molded ice-cube candle (Pioneer Clubs: Trailblazer Handbook, p.166).
1. Cut off the top of a milk carton.2. Place a candle the height of the carton in the center of the carton. This makes an excellent wick.3. Break ice-cubes into chunks
a. Finely crushed ice creates small holes.Large cubes create large openings. b.Fill the mold with crushed ice.c. Quickly pour hot wax into the carton while someone holds the candle straight. d. Pour off the excess water when the wax is completely hardened.
[Transition to conclusion: Now that you know how to make an ice-cube candle, let’s go over what I showed you today.]
III. Conclusion
A. Final Review: So today I showed you how to do three basic things.
1. I showed you how to find the right materials.
2. I showed you how to correctly melt the wax.
3. I showed you how to make an ice-cube candle. The tricky part is keeping the wick in the center of the mold.
B. Tie back to the audience: Today we use candles for almost any kind of occasion or celebration. Candles continue to grow in popularity and we see them just about everywhere. They are really inexpensive to make and a lot of fun!
C. Concluding remarks: So when you try making candles on your own, use your imagination and be very creative. Your candle can be anything you like. Have a great time experimenting and having fun making your own candles to enjoy.
Works Cited:
The Basics and Cool Candlemaking Ideas. [Online] Available http://homepage.interaccess.com/~bmolo/basics.html. National Candle Association: History of Candlemaking. [Online] Available http://www.candles.org/history.htm Pioneer Clubs (1994).
Pioneer Clubs: Trailblazer Handbook. Wheaton, IL: Published byPioneer Clubs Shaw, R. (1973). Candle Art. New York: William Morrow & Company, Inc.
Title: Candlemaking Specific purpose: To inform my audience on how to make candles.
I. Introduction
A. Attention Material: What comes to mind when you see candles? We associate candles with celebrations (like Christmas or birthdays) or special occasions. Candles date back to the Ancient Egyptians who are credited with making the first candles. They used torches made by soaking the spongy core of reeds in melted tallow (National Candle Association: History of Candlemaking, p. 1).
B. Tie to the audience: I’m sure that all of us at some point have used candles for celebrations, romantic experiences, or for just plain decoration. The great part about making your own candles is that they are inexpensive to make and you shape the wax into something special. What could be more special than to make someone you love a homemade gift?
C. Credibility material: Two years ago, I made candles for decoration and also for people to purchase during a medieval Madrigal dinner production that our A Cappella choir put on. I have also made candles since then as a part of my church youth group around the Christmas season.
D. Preview: I will explain three basic things which include how to go about finding the right materials, how to melt the wax, and how to make a molded ice-cube candle.
[Transition: Let’s start by doing the most important thing, which is to find all of the materials, and tools needed to make candles.]
II. Body
A. The first step is to gather the equipment you will need (The Basics and Cool Candlemaking Ideas, p. 1).
1. You will need wax; you can either use old, worn out candles which are obviously free or you can purchase paraffin wax from a craft store.
2. You will need wicks; you can make wicks from heavy, braided cotton string or can purchase wicks from a craft store. I read in Ray Shaw’s book entitled Candle Art that heavy braided cotton string works just as good (Shaw 25-26). I’ve never tried the cotton string but it’s worth a try.
3. You need to set up a double boiler.
a. You can use an actual double boiler
b. You can make your own using a pan and a jar or coffee can.
4. You will need a mold if you are planning on making a molded candle. This can be anything; a milk carton, Dixie cups, tin can, paper towel tube, etc.
5. There are two optional ingredients.
a. You can use crayons of the desired color to color the wa or buy wax dye.b.You can purchase scented oil to make your candles smell wonderful.
[Transition: Once you have all the material that you need, you can move on to melting the wax.]
B. Your second step is to melt the wax (Pioneer Clubs: Trailblazer Handbook, p. 165).
1. Start by placing wax in the double boiler or in a coffee can put in a pan of water.
2. Heat until the water boils.
3. Make sure to turn down the heat, and let the wax melt. Don’t let it boil.
4. Add wax dye, crayons, or scent (if desired) and stir.
[Transition: Now that the wax is melted, you can let your creativity run wild and have fun making candles. You can make just about anything but I’m going to show you how to make a molded ice-cube candle. ]
C. This is how you go about making a molded ice-cube candle (Pioneer Clubs: Trailblazer Handbook, p.166).
1. Cut off the top of a milk carton.2. Place a candle the height of the carton in the center of the carton. This makes an excellent wick.3. Break ice-cubes into chunks
a. Finely crushed ice creates small holes.Large cubes create large openings. b.Fill the mold with crushed ice.c. Quickly pour hot wax into the carton while someone holds the candle straight. d. Pour off the excess water when the wax is completely hardened.
[Transition to conclusion: Now that you know how to make an ice-cube candle, let’s go over what I showed you today.]
III. Conclusion
A. Final Review: So today I showed you how to do three basic things.
1. I showed you how to find the right materials.
2. I showed you how to correctly melt the wax.
3. I showed you how to make an ice-cube candle. The tricky part is keeping the wick in the center of the mold.
B. Tie back to the audience: Today we use candles for almost any kind of occasion or celebration. Candles continue to grow in popularity and we see them just about everywhere. They are really inexpensive to make and a lot of fun!
C. Concluding remarks: So when you try making candles on your own, use your imagination and be very creative. Your candle can be anything you like. Have a great time experimenting and having fun making your own candles to enjoy.
Works Cited:
The Basics and Cool Candlemaking Ideas. [Online] Available http://homepage.interaccess.com/~bmolo/basics.html. National Candle Association: History of Candlemaking. [Online] Available http://www.candles.org/history.htm Pioneer Clubs (1994).
Pioneer Clubs: Trailblazer Handbook. Wheaton, IL: Published byPioneer Clubs Shaw, R. (1973). Candle Art. New York: William Morrow & Company, Inc.
Informative Speech Outline Worksheet
INFORMATION SPEECH OUTLINE WORKSHEET(adapted from: Osborn & Osborn, 1997)
*** To be used to help you organize your outline, NOT to be turned in as your actual outline!!!
Speech Title:
____________________________________________________________________________
Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about
_____________________________________________
I. Introduction (Your goal here is to draw us into your speech...)
Attention Material (This step helps us focus our attention on you and your message. It is suggested that you begin with a story, quote, statistic, definition, use of suspense, etc. Never begin with, "Hi I am ___ and today I am going to talk about ___."):
Tie to Audience (This step informs the audience how your speech topic will relate to them. Be specific about how we can USE this information in our everyday lives. Here you will be more specific than in your introduction speech.):
Credibility Material (Here the speaker tells the audience why he or she is credible, can be trusted, knows the materials, etc. How do you know about this? Why are you interested, etc.?):
Thesis & Preview: (Here summarize your speech in one sentence and continue by previewing the main points of the speech).:
Thesis: ________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
Preview: Today I will tell you first ______________, second _____________ and third ______________.
(Transition into Body of Speech -- Now that we've covered _______, let's go to ____________ OR SOMETHING MORE CREATIVE WOULD BE WONDERFUL!)
Body
Main Point #1 (Your main points are the main ideas of your speech. They are the ideas necessary in supporting/proving/explaining your thesis. They are "reasons why," "primary types," "steps," etc. Speeches are organized into 2-5 main points. I included a space for three main points in this worksheet. However, feel free to modify this format as you see necessary.):
1. Subpoint #1 (The subpoints are the breakdown of the main point into smaller units. They usually are your examples, narratives, statistics, testimony, etc. In other words, the subpoints explain the main points. You may have 2-5 subpoints. I have listed three here. Feel free to modify this as you see necessary. Do use the golden rule: one hard piece of "fact" or "statistics," one piece of "softer" evidence such as an example or story and then a piece of testimony to give it credibility).
2. Subpoint #2:
3. Subpoint #3:
(Transition into Main Point 2 -- Now that we have covered __________, let's move to __________. Again, use a more creative approach if you'd like! Just remember that your transitions need to review your last point AND preview your next point. They show a connection and are a good time to remind the audience why this information is important.)
B. Main Point #2
1. Subpoint #1:
2. Subpoint #2:
3. Subpoint #2:
(Transition into Main Point 3 Now that we covered _________, finally we will _______________. Or again something more creative would work too!)
C. Main Point Three:
1. Subpoint #1:
2. Subpoint #2:
3. Subpoint #3:
(REMEMBER I LISTED 3 SPACES FOR MAIN POINTS IN THE WORKSHEET, BUT YOU MAY HAVE 2-5 MAIN POINTS….)
(Transition to the end... begins with the brakelight as indicated below…)
III. Conclusion
A. Brakelight (signals the end such as, "To sum things up…" or something more creative.)
B. Summary (reviews the main points of the speech in the order covered):
C. Tie Back to Audience (tells us again how we benefit from knowing this, show the connection between you and the audience):
D. Concluding Memorable Remarks (gives you a way to end; never, ever end on "that's it" -- plan out the end, better yet, tie back to the introduction's attention device):
*** To be used to help you organize your outline, NOT to be turned in as your actual outline!!!
Speech Title:
____________________________________________________________________________
Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about
_____________________________________________
I. Introduction (Your goal here is to draw us into your speech...)
Attention Material (This step helps us focus our attention on you and your message. It is suggested that you begin with a story, quote, statistic, definition, use of suspense, etc. Never begin with, "Hi I am ___ and today I am going to talk about ___."):
Tie to Audience (This step informs the audience how your speech topic will relate to them. Be specific about how we can USE this information in our everyday lives. Here you will be more specific than in your introduction speech.):
Credibility Material (Here the speaker tells the audience why he or she is credible, can be trusted, knows the materials, etc. How do you know about this? Why are you interested, etc.?):
Thesis & Preview: (Here summarize your speech in one sentence and continue by previewing the main points of the speech).:
Thesis: ________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
Preview: Today I will tell you first ______________, second _____________ and third ______________.
(Transition into Body of Speech -- Now that we've covered _______, let's go to ____________ OR SOMETHING MORE CREATIVE WOULD BE WONDERFUL!)
Body
Main Point #1 (Your main points are the main ideas of your speech. They are the ideas necessary in supporting/proving/explaining your thesis. They are "reasons why," "primary types," "steps," etc. Speeches are organized into 2-5 main points. I included a space for three main points in this worksheet. However, feel free to modify this format as you see necessary.):
1. Subpoint #1 (The subpoints are the breakdown of the main point into smaller units. They usually are your examples, narratives, statistics, testimony, etc. In other words, the subpoints explain the main points. You may have 2-5 subpoints. I have listed three here. Feel free to modify this as you see necessary. Do use the golden rule: one hard piece of "fact" or "statistics," one piece of "softer" evidence such as an example or story and then a piece of testimony to give it credibility).
2. Subpoint #2:
3. Subpoint #3:
(Transition into Main Point 2 -- Now that we have covered __________, let's move to __________. Again, use a more creative approach if you'd like! Just remember that your transitions need to review your last point AND preview your next point. They show a connection and are a good time to remind the audience why this information is important.)
B. Main Point #2
1. Subpoint #1:
2. Subpoint #2:
3. Subpoint #2:
(Transition into Main Point 3 Now that we covered _________, finally we will _______________. Or again something more creative would work too!)
C. Main Point Three:
1. Subpoint #1:
2. Subpoint #2:
3. Subpoint #3:
(REMEMBER I LISTED 3 SPACES FOR MAIN POINTS IN THE WORKSHEET, BUT YOU MAY HAVE 2-5 MAIN POINTS….)
(Transition to the end... begins with the brakelight as indicated below…)
III. Conclusion
A. Brakelight (signals the end such as, "To sum things up…" or something more creative.)
B. Summary (reviews the main points of the speech in the order covered):
C. Tie Back to Audience (tells us again how we benefit from knowing this, show the connection between you and the audience):
D. Concluding Memorable Remarks (gives you a way to end; never, ever end on "that's it" -- plan out the end, better yet, tie back to the introduction's attention device):
Informative Speech
Informative Speech Assignment
General Purpose: To inform, explain, discuss, describe, demonstrate or tell.
Length: 5 -7 minutes
(Remember to practice the delivery time because you WILL be stopped at 7 mins. )
Topic: Select a topic you find interesting, one you think will interest your audience. Try to think of a new and different topic or add a new twist to a common topic. All topics must be approved before you will be allowed to present your speech. Remember, if you are not interested in your topic it will be difficult to hold audience attention and you will be quite miserable writing and preparing your speech.
Requirements:The goal of this speech is to inform the audience. At the end of the speech, the audience will have a balanced view of the selected topic based on your research.The audience should not know your attitude or personal viewpoint on the topic; they can learn what other "experts" have said. As a note of caution, you will want to watch your use of language, using descriptive terms, not evaluative terms. (Avoid terms like: good/bad; right/wrong; important, critical, essential, valuable, and helpful. Unless cited from another source, these terms imply your position which the audience should not learn). The speaker should provide the facts so that the audience can decide what (if anything) is important. Do not urge the audience to act on the issue. Action is an essential component in the persuasive speech, not the informative.Required to use at least one visual aid which can either be 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, or audio visual. In using visual aids, keep the following in mind: (1) Use large, clear, simple diagrams. (2) When possible, keep objects, models and charts covered until needed. (3) Do not hand out any visual material to the audience during your presentation. (4) Practice using the visual material. (5) Remember, your visual aids should supplement your oral presentation, not replace or detract from it. (6) Be very careful with electronic visual aids - consider Murphy’s Law.Create a message which contains: 1.) An introduction which gains the attention of the audience, makes the topic relevant to the audience, and clearly states your purpose or thesis statement. 2.) Signposts which overview your major points, review the previous points in the body moving on to the next point, and preview the next point before moving into a description of that point. 3.) A body with 3- 5 main points which follow a clear organizational pattern such as spatial, chronological or topical. 4.) A conclusion which (i) provides logical and psychological closure and (ii) summarizes the speech. Practice, practice, practice this point cannot be stressed enough. If you practice your speech not only will you be more comfortable and confident on the day of delivery, but it WILL be beneficial to your delivery. As always, DO NOT read from a manuscript! Look at the first assignment critique sheet, what were the compliments? What were criticisms? Why didn’t you do well? Why did you do well?
Organization:A TYPED (consult the syllabus for font, page margin and header information) outline is required for this speech (as with ALL speech assignments) and should include all relevant content and sources. All Main and Subpoints must be written in a complete-sentence format. Your bibliography listing the sources you consulted must be included in proper format. MLA or APA. A delivery outline is recommended when delivering the speech. YOUR PRESENTATION OUTLINE IS DUE BEFORE YOU PRESENT - NO EXCEPTIONS YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO TURN IT IN AFTER!!!
Sources:At least two credible sources (beside yourself) must be mentioned in the speech and referenced properly in outline. MLA/APA format
General Purpose: To inform, explain, discuss, describe, demonstrate or tell.
Length: 5 -7 minutes
(Remember to practice the delivery time because you WILL be stopped at 7 mins. )
Topic: Select a topic you find interesting, one you think will interest your audience. Try to think of a new and different topic or add a new twist to a common topic. All topics must be approved before you will be allowed to present your speech. Remember, if you are not interested in your topic it will be difficult to hold audience attention and you will be quite miserable writing and preparing your speech.
Requirements:The goal of this speech is to inform the audience. At the end of the speech, the audience will have a balanced view of the selected topic based on your research.The audience should not know your attitude or personal viewpoint on the topic; they can learn what other "experts" have said. As a note of caution, you will want to watch your use of language, using descriptive terms, not evaluative terms. (Avoid terms like: good/bad; right/wrong; important, critical, essential, valuable, and helpful. Unless cited from another source, these terms imply your position which the audience should not learn). The speaker should provide the facts so that the audience can decide what (if anything) is important. Do not urge the audience to act on the issue. Action is an essential component in the persuasive speech, not the informative.Required to use at least one visual aid which can either be 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, or audio visual. In using visual aids, keep the following in mind: (1) Use large, clear, simple diagrams. (2) When possible, keep objects, models and charts covered until needed. (3) Do not hand out any visual material to the audience during your presentation. (4) Practice using the visual material. (5) Remember, your visual aids should supplement your oral presentation, not replace or detract from it. (6) Be very careful with electronic visual aids - consider Murphy’s Law.Create a message which contains: 1.) An introduction which gains the attention of the audience, makes the topic relevant to the audience, and clearly states your purpose or thesis statement. 2.) Signposts which overview your major points, review the previous points in the body moving on to the next point, and preview the next point before moving into a description of that point. 3.) A body with 3- 5 main points which follow a clear organizational pattern such as spatial, chronological or topical. 4.) A conclusion which (i) provides logical and psychological closure and (ii) summarizes the speech. Practice, practice, practice this point cannot be stressed enough. If you practice your speech not only will you be more comfortable and confident on the day of delivery, but it WILL be beneficial to your delivery. As always, DO NOT read from a manuscript! Look at the first assignment critique sheet, what were the compliments? What were criticisms? Why didn’t you do well? Why did you do well?
Organization:A TYPED (consult the syllabus for font, page margin and header information) outline is required for this speech (as with ALL speech assignments) and should include all relevant content and sources. All Main and Subpoints must be written in a complete-sentence format. Your bibliography listing the sources you consulted must be included in proper format. MLA or APA. A delivery outline is recommended when delivering the speech. YOUR PRESENTATION OUTLINE IS DUE BEFORE YOU PRESENT - NO EXCEPTIONS YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO TURN IT IN AFTER!!!
Sources:At least two credible sources (beside yourself) must be mentioned in the speech and referenced properly in outline. MLA/APA format
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