A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking Sixth Edition
A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking Sixth Edition CHAPTER 2: From A to Z: Overview of a Speech • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Analyze the Audience (1 of 2) • • Learn audience members’ attributes and motivations. Use interviews, questionnaires, and similar techniques. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Analyze the Audience (2 of 2) • Consider demographic characteristics – Ratio of males to females – Age ranges – Cultural background and socioeconomic status • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Select a Topic • • • Think about your interests and expertise. Consider the interests of the audience. Choose a topic suitable for – The audience; – The speech occasion. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Determine the Speech Purpose • Three general speech purposes – To inform – To persuade – To mark a special occasion • Speeches should have a specific purpose. – State what audience should learn/do. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Compose a Thesis Statement • The thesis statement – Expresses the central idea; – Consists of a single sentence; – Concisely communicates the topic. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Develop the Main Points • Main points – Primary pieces of knowledge (informative speech) – Key claims (persuasive speech) – Two or three per speech • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Gather Supporting Materials • Supporting materials – – Illustrate main points; Clarify, elaborate, and verify your ideas; Include all information available to you; Lend credibility to your message. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Separate the Speech into Its Major Parts (1 of 3) • Major parts of a speech – Introduction – Body – Conclusion • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Separate the Speech into Its Major Parts (2 of 3) • The introduction – Introduces the topic and speaker; – Alerts the audience to thesis; – Catches the audience’s attention and interest. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Separate the Speech into Its Major Parts (3 of 3) • The body – Contains the main points and subpoints; – Supports thesis of the speech. • The conclusion – Restates thesis of the speech; – Reiterates how main points confirm it. • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Outline the Speech (1 of 3) • Outline – Framework of your speech – Based on coordination and subordination • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Outline the Speech (2 of 3) • Coordinate points – Equally important – Indicated by parallel alignment • Subordinate points – Given less weight than main points – Placed to right of points supported • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Outline the Speech (3 of 3) • Working outline – Contains points stated in complete sentences • Speaking outline – Far briefer – Uses short phrases or key words – Printed on separate sheets or cards • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Consider Presentation Aids • Presentation aids – Help your audience understand your points; – Can be simple (writing on a blackboard); – Can be very involved (multimedia slideshow). • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
Practice Delivering the Speech • • • Practice is necessary for success. Rehearse your verbal and nonverbal delivery. Practice your speech often. – At least six times • Copyright © 2019 Bedford/St. Martin's. All rights reserved.
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