Module Three: Public Speaking

Module Four: Public Speaking

We will do a formal speech at our next face-to-face class meeting.

If you are like many people, some sense of panic might even be setting in at the very thought of giving a speech. That is a natural response. One of our main goals for this class is to overcome fear in communicating and develop greater self confidence. You will be more comfortable as you learn more about the process of public speaking and give yourself plenty of time to prepare. Our preparation will involve several activities:

Assignments for Chapter Seven, Eight, Ten and Eleven	We will look at how to choose a topic, adapt the speech to the audience and develop the specific goal as an informative or persuasive speech. Explore research sources.
Chapter Nine :	Next we will examine choices for developing the form of the speech by outlining a plan for the organization of our speeches.
Chapter Ten	We will explore options for a method of delivery. After we have completed the speeches, we will also do some assessments.