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What is public speaking? Audience-Centered

The application of the principles of reasoning to ideas of you and others. It enables you to evaluate your world and make choices based off what you've learned. Critical Thinking Process of Communication 1. Sender/Receiver 2. Receiver/Sender 3. Message 4. Channel 5. Feedback 6. Noise 7. Occasion 8. Cultural Context The exchange of information between people Communication Individuals level of fear or anxiety associated with either real or anticipated communication with others. Communication Apprehension Stages of Tension 1. Anticipatory Stage 2. Confrontational Stage 3. Adaptation stage 4. Release Stage Strategies to Reduce Apprehension 1. Complete Public Speaking Course 2. Focus on Audience 3. Reframe Your Message 4. Prepare 5. Take Several Deep Breathes 6. Realize that you're your worst critic 7. Gain skills and confidence 8. Visualize your success 9. Release tension Steps for Preparing A Speech

1. Select and Narrow a audience- centered topic 2. Develop content through research and sound support 3. draft the introduction, body, and conclusion 4. develop a language and presentation aid 5. rehearse and deliver speech Parts to a speech 1. introduction 2. body 3. conclusion Types of Analogies 1. Figurative 2. Literal Why is speaker word choice important it reflects who you are General purpose of a speech 1. To inform 2. To perusade 3. To entertain Specific Purpose. Different from a thesis statement? The precise response you want from your audience. Thesis is what you want to say and specific sets the goal Do speaker state purpose in the speech? yes predisposition that influence your response. Attitude mental and emotional acceptance of the information Beliefs deep-seated abstract judgements about what is important to us Values . inclusion of age, gender, race, and ethnicity. Things you are affiliated by Demographics Behaviors, attitudes, beliefs, and values of your listeners. Psychographics

Types of Questions in Questionnaire 1. fixed-alternative questions 2. scale questions 3. open-ended questions Makes message relate to the listeners Adaption in audience analysis

Which of the following is not one of the four dimensions of context that usually takes place in all communications? Spatial

Communication involving 5 or more people would most likely be in which category of communication? Public

Regarding the model of communication, which of the following refers o what is being communicated by the receiver back to the sender? Feedback

Which of the following can constitute noise in a communication between the sender and receiver if a message? All of the above

A new group of college freshman has just moved into a dormitory and is trying to figure out what to do for excitement on their first weekend away from home. The communication between these new college students in this situation would probably represent which type of cultural setting? Low-Context Setting

Which of the following will help you improve your intercultural communication? All of the above

___________ is an attitude and way of behaving in which you're aware of and acknowledge cultural differences Cultural Sensitivity

Three of the following responses represent examples of people getting together at what would be considered high-context cultural situations. Which one of the following situations represents a low-context cultural situation? A gathering of new students a an ECPI orientation meeting

When you are trying to show an audience how something operates you are giving a speech of _______? Demonstration

Which of the following special occasion speeches would not constitute an informative speech? A speech of apology (goodwill)

Which of the following would be an appropriate speech pattern to use when describing different facets of educational learning systems. Topical

Which of the following would not be considered an informative speech? Speech encouraging you to eat more green vegetables

Which of the following would typically not be representative of what you're trying to accomplish in an informative speech? Convince your audience of a new way to look at something so they’ll change their mind about it

Regarding the channel of the communication model, you speak and listen through the vocal channel True

A highly masculine culture values aggressiveness, material success, and strength. A highly feminine culture values modesty, concern for relationships, the quality of life and tenderness. True

In most cases a temporal patter will work best in speeches of demonstration True

Which one of the following is not one of the 5 stages of listening Presenting

Regarding listening and culture, language and speech will vary as a result of All of the above

The process of sending back to the speaker what you think he or she meant both in content and feelings refers to which kind of listening? Active

When presenting a speech to an audience you should do which of the following? Don’t slouch while at the lecture

Which of the following factors affect the way we listen? All of the above

Which one of the following 5 actions will not help you listen better? Shouting back to the person that’s speaking to you

Which of the following items is part of your speech outline but should not be included in your verbal speech presentation? Thesis Statement

Which of the following speech patterns would not be used for an information speech? The motivated sequence pattern

Regarding the channel of the Communication Model, you speak and listen through the vocal channel? True A highly masculine culture values aggressiveness, material success, and strength. A highly feminine culture values modesty, concern for relationships, the quality of life, and tenderness True It’s always a good idea to use lots of statistics in your speech to get your point across. False In most cases a temporal pattern will work best in speeches of demonstration. True Regarding the Model of Communication, which of the following refers to what is being communicated by the receiver back to the sender? Select one: feedback

Which of the following is not one of the four dimensions of context that usually takes place in all communications? Select one: Spatial Which of the following can constitute noise in a communication between the sender and receiver of a message?? Select one: All of the above Communication involving 5 or more people would most likely be in which category of communication? Select one: Public Three of the following responses represent examples of people getting together at what would be considered high-context cultural situations. One of these represents a low-context cultural situation. Which one is it? Select one: a gathering of new students at an ECPI orientation meeting

The perspective that values the idea that people should retain their native cultural ways or identity refers to: Select one: Cultural diversity Which of the following will help you improve your intercultural communication? Select one: All of the above _____________________ is an attitude and way of behaving in which you’re aware of and acknowledge cultural differences. Select one: Cultural sensitivity Which of the following is not true about presentation (visual) aids? Select one: they contribute to your credibility and confidence

All of the following are examples of transitional phrases except:

Select one: vote for Congressman Smith in the next election

When beginning your speech presentation (the introduction), your opening attention-getter could include any of the following except: Select one: talking about some of the main points about your speech

Which of the following speech patterns would not be used for an informative speech? Select one: the motivated sequence pattern

Which of the following would be an appropriate speech pattern to use when describing different facets of an educational learning system? Select one: chronological

When you are trying to show an audience how to do something or how something operates you are giving a speech of ____________. Demonstration Which of the following would typically not be representative of what you’re trying to accomplish in an informative speech? Select one: convince your audience of a new way to look at something so they’ll change their mind about it

The process of outlining a speech is broken down into 4 essential steps. PreparationIntroductionBodyConclusion-

There are 6 basic organizational patterns or methods of arranging the body of your material. Cause - Effect

Problem - Solution Logical Spatial or Geographic Time or Chronological Advantage - Disadvantage The term glossophobia refers to a fear of public speaking state apprehension

The anxiety an individual feel when giving a presentation before a group of people. trait apprehension

The nervousness an individual feels when simply communicating in general (even with just one other person). speaker credibility Carefully researching your topic and organizing your ideas into coherent thoughts convinces your audience that you have a strong grasp of the material and that you are speaking with confidence

Stages of communication Sender Message Receiver Channel Encode Decode Noise Feedback Context There are actually four dimensions or aspects to context that you need to know about: physical environment, temporal, social/psychological, and cultural.

forms of communication.

Public communication Mass Communication Intrapersonal Communication Computer Mediated Communication People communicate to:     

Interact with other human beings Share ideas Persuade others Learn And many other reasons

Demographics refer to any quantifiable characteristics that can be observed, such as a person's age, gender, education and income level, where they're from (not only country, but culture), job status, etc. Psychographics refer to information about psychological variables like attitudes, values, or fears. The four elements of your speech that you will present verbally to an audience should include an introduction, a body, the conclusion, and mention of your research sources or references This attention-getter or introduction starts your presentation off by engaging the audience and drawing their attention to you and your topic. The body of your speech refers to the main ideas presented about your topic. Within the body of your speech, you may need to use transitions or transitional words and phrases

Ten Basic Steps Involved in Preparing a Speech 

Select your topic. What is the subject and the purpose of your speech?

 Develop a thesis statement. Create one declarative sentence that describes the message that your speech communicates to the audience.

 Consider your audience. Perform some basic audience analysis to determine as much as you can about your audience. Remember: you want your speech to be as audience-centered as possible.  Research your topic. Locate any sources you might use to find accurate and current information about your topic. Take careful notes.  Develop your main points with an outline. Use appropriate wording-your own words, of course. Have at least two (and no more than five) main points in your outline. These main points should relate directly back to your thesis statement.  Prepare an introduction and a conclusion. Once you have written the body of your speech, then decide on an appropriate "attention-getter" for your introduction and a proper conclusion to end your speech. Consider how you will transition between the introduction, main points, and conclusion. What transitional phrases will you use?  Consider the venue. Be familiar with the room where you will be presenting. Consider factors like the lighting conditions and any items you will require to present your speech, such as projection equipment. If demonstrating using a prop of some kind, is there an available table at the appropriate height so that it can be seen by everyone in the audience?  Select supportive materials. Prepare any visual aids you will use in your presentation (e.g., PowerPoint) or any other props you might use.  Practice, practice, practice. Rehearse your speech with any visual aids you have until you feel comfortable presenting it.  Present your speech. Deliver your speech to the intended audience with enthusiasm and in the allotted amount of time.

The type of speech we hear most often is referred to as an informative speech. There are three types of informative speeches: definition, description, and demonstration. A speech of definition presents a meaning or explanation of a term or concept. speech of description, the speaker creates a mental picture of the subject in the mind of the audience.

Speech of demonstration shows the audience how to do something. Information Speech Patterns:  Temporal (Chronological)  Spatial

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Topical Problem/Solution Cause & Effect Structure/Function Comparison & Contrast Pros & Cons Multiple Definition The 5 Ws

some strategies you can use to make sure your informative speech is as effective as possible. The term currency when mentioned in relation to researching information refers to when the information was first published or last updated.

Fact & Figures - Depending on what information you shared during your speech, you might want to have reports available with applicable facts and figures that could be used as your backup to support your comments during a question-and-answer period following your speech. Choose your words carefully and always remember to consider your audience.

Be careful not to mention too many statistics when presenting. Be sure there is a clear relationship between the main points (the A, B, C, Ds) of your speech and your thesis statement. Whenever possible, find primary sources of research information as opposed to secondary sources. Have coherency within your speech; this means sticking to the topic to ensure that everything you say is connected. To help you organize your speech, find a speech pattern that fits your main points and use it!

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Temporal (Chronological) Spatial Topical Problem/Solution

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Cause & Effect Structure/Function Comparison & Contrast Pros & Cons Multiple Definition The 5 Ws (Who, What, Why, Where & When) Fiction/Fact

In your speech, make sure to incorporate vivid examples with your visual aids and word descriptions. Make it relevant - Always keep in mind that audiences will remember your information better when they can apply or relate it to their lives....