Speech Construction

Keys to building an effective speech

Learning Targets

Learn about topic selection and audience analysis

Understand steps in constructing an effective speech

Prepare and practice for an effective presentation

Present

Assignment Basics

3-6 minute process speech

1 typed speaking outline

1 practice sheet

More Details

4 x 6 notecardsDue: _____Speeches begin110 points possible

Know Thyself

InterestsHobbiesActivitiesDesire to learn

Topic Restrictions

Not against school rules

Must be legalNo “field trips” No open flames

All topics must be approved

If you make a mess, you clean it up

Ideas for Topics

Hobbies & crafts

Sports > how to play, tips and techniques, suiting up, etc.

Fun activities you do>rollerblading, etc.

Musical instruments

How to · Improve your posture · Juggle · How to protect your credit and debit cards · How to organize · Fold napkins · Prepare for a move · Make slipknots · Wallpaper a room · Make a clown face · Prepare a garden · Perform a magic trick · Design a memory scrapbook

Great Websites for Ideas

www.howstuffworks.comwww.soyouwanna.comwww.instructables.comorigami

Videos/Websites//Other Stuff

Must be approved before presenting!

UPDATE

No pets (unless on video or photo)

Know the Audience(Audience Analysis)

Demographics

A nalysis U nderstanding D emographics I nterest E nvironment N eeds C ustomization E xpectations

Analysis

Who is the audience?

Understanding

What is the audience’s knowledge of

the subject?

Demographics

What is their age, gender,

educational

background, etc.

Interest

What is the reason for the outrage /

fear? Environment

How and where will the message be

sent?

Needs

What are the audience’s needs?Customization

What specific needs / interests should

you address relating to the specific

audience?

Expectations

What does the audience expect to

learn from your presentation?

Add Zing

HistoryUnique applicationPersonal reference“Newsy” examplesFamous people