Speeches to be covered this year:
Introduction speech
Personal experience speech
Demonstration speech
Impromptu speech
Informative speech
Persuasive speech
Persuasive speech with visual
Wedding toasts
Retirement speech
Eulogy
Presenting and accepting an award
Commencement speech
Voice of Democracy speech
Possibly--Presidential inauguration speech
Students will be required to research their topic, prepare a written copy of
their speech, practice their speech, and present their speech to the class.
Since this is a performance-based class, grades will be based on their
presentations. If they do not give the assigned speeches, they will not pass.
They will be given ample time in class to prepare for the speech, but they
must also finish their work at home and definitely practice, practice,
practice at home.
Evaluations of speeches are based on the following:
Content:
Adequate introduction
Main points and support
Adequate conclusion
Delivery:
Eye contact
Vocal quality
Gestures/facial expressions
Body posture
Attitude
Length:
Adherence to the set time limit
Preparation:
Time on task in class
Evidence of familiarity with material
Visual:
Informative
Easy for the audience to see
