Preparing for 2/4

In class we discussed persuasive speaking as the process of influencing attitudes, beliefs, values or behaviors through speech.

The assignment is to present 2-5 minute persuasive speech on any topic.  
Speech days will be Feb 11, 18 Feb 4 - Workshop day to finish speeches, peer critique and ask questions
Students must have a thesis prepared prior to class.
Notes you received in class are below.
Call or email Kim/Cindy with questions.

GOAL: Get people to believe something, feel something and do something
Informative Speech
Persuasive Speech
create mutual understanding
influence listeners to agree with his position
teacher
leader
how-to / telling
move people to action
less effort required of speaker
more effort required of speaker


You will develop your ‘argument’ using solid logic and reasoning.
2 types of persuasive speeches -

Dispositional - designed to influence listeners beliefs, attitudes or values
Actuation - designed to influence behavior


  1. Establish good will early in the speech
This is not the time to be confrontational. Establish a welcoming climate because not everyone will automatically agree with you.
  1. Start by talking about general areas of agreement rather than disagreement.
The goal is to get people agreeing with you.  Gain ‘buy in’ from your audience on common ground. (Get them shaking their head ‘yes’ before you cause them to raise an eyebrow.)
  1. Set modest goals.
Sleeper effect, raised consciousness, situational acceptance


  1. Cite authorities your audience will respect
Use authorities your audience will respect. Example: Kevin Durant on basketball.  NOT Kevin Durant on natural medicine. The more credible external support you can offer, the greater your chances for success.
  1. Acknowledge opposing arguments respectfully
Treat opposing arguments as valid and understandable.  Make your argument stronger.


Make a claim in your thesis statement. (Value, Policy, Fact)
Examples: Top Chef is a better show than Chopped.
Public schools should require uniforms.
Kevin Durant is the greatest basketball player.
Cats are better than dogs.
Brown eyed people are smarter than green eyed people.
A humidifier is a must-have in winter.
YouVersion is the best way to study the Bible.
Every American should be required to serve in the military.


Ethos - speaker credibility
Logos - logical appeals, systematic way your present your argument and support claims
Pathos - emotional appeals, refers to your attempt to evoke certain feelings


Structuring Your Speech


Introduction
Attention getter
Listener relevance
Speaker credibility
Thesis
Preview
Body
Main points (choose an organization plan to present your argument)
Conclusion
Thesis restatement
Main point summary
Clincher

Scoring matrix will include assessment of:
Introduction
Body
Conclusion
Cite authorities
Interaction with audience
Effectiveness of argument
Ethos, logos, pathos
Style
You are required to submit an outline with a clear thesis statement - emailed the day before your presentation.

Preparing for 12/3

No homework. No speech preparation.
Enjoy your holiday and hug your mom and tell her she is beautiful.    :)

Preparing for 11/19

Notes from class - 11/12

Thank you, Pastor Chris Beall for being our guest speaker last week!  Great information. I know you took a lot of notes - but here are a few I wrote down.
  • Why learn these skills?  Leadership eventually comes with a microphone.
  • We're ultimately trying to accomplish one of 3 things - Get people to DO something...Get people to FEEL something...or Get people to KNOW something - as a result of what we say.
  • If you can say it in 20 words, don't use 100.  :)
  • Start with the end in mind. (thesis)
  • Vary your tone, pacing, hand gestures to appropriately 'fill the space' of your audience.
  • Pauses can be effective. They create a 'vacuum' and the audience 'leans in.'

No homework.

Preparing for 11/19

SPEECH DAY!

You will deliver the same speech you gave for the first informative speech.  Incorporate one presentation aid as we discussed in class week.  You should also refer to the scoring matrix we gave you with presentation feedback.  Do you need to make time adjustments? Do you need to practice stronger posture or eye contact?  This is an opportunity for a 'do-over' or for some of you, a 'do-even better!"

1.  Turn in an outline BEFORE your speech.
2.  Bring your scoring matrix from the first informative speech so we can compare presentations.
3.  Incorporate one presentation aid in your speech.

Preparing for 11/12

Notes from class - 11/5

  • Use presentations aids to make your verbal message more concrete
  • Adds variety to your presentation
  • Can increase listener retention
  • It should enhance the presentation, not take away from it
  • Examples: object, model, photograph, drawing, diagram, map, graph, audio/visual clip, etc.
  • Display them appropriately
  • Talk to the audience, not your visual aid
  • Consider the size, simplicity and color

No homework.

Preparing for 11/12

We will have a guest speaker, Chris Beall, on Thursday, November 12.

Your next speech will be presented on 11/19.  You will deliver the same speech you gave for the first informative speech.  Incorporate one presentation aid as we discussed in class last week.  You should also refer to the scoring matrix we gave you with presentation feedback.  Do you need to make time adjustments? Do you need to practice stronger posture or eye contact?  This is an opportunity for a 'do-over' or for some of you, a 'do-even better!"

Each person should turn in an outline of your speech BEFORE you present next week.

Preparing for 11/5

11/5 is SPEECH DAY - Part 2

 No formal homework. If you did not present on 10/29, you will give your speech on 11/5.

Preparing for 10/29

10/29 is SPEECH DAY!
  • Turn in an outline of your speech including your thesis statement.
  • 3-5 minute speech in class 
  • If possible, bring something to record your presentation -- your phone, ipad, etc.

Think about these things when working on your speech this week:
  • You'll be able to use your notes but do not read your entire speech
  • Use the sample outline and sample speech to help you plan
  • Your introduction has several parts so pay attention to how those few sentences flow together to make up the general introduction.  Your conclusion is a general restatement of your thesis and main points,ending with a strong statement.
  • Remember this SIMPLE formula for INTRODUCTION, BODY AND CONCLUSION - "Tell them what you're going to tell them"...  "Tell them..."   "Tell them what you told them..."
  • This is a speech to INFORM. Don't worry about trying to make your audience change their mind about anything.  You're simply giving information about something you know. (We'll do persuasive speeches after Christmas break.)
  • It may be easier to work on your 3 main points FIRST, then go back and craft your introduction and conclusion.

 The scoring matrix was handed out in class on 10/22.  Here is an image of the document in case you need it. 

No other homework.  Prepare your speech.


Preparing for 10/22

Class Highlights / Notes from 10/8

  • In class we walked through choosing a topic, narrowing it to something specific and writing thesis statements.
  • Notes from "How to Start a Speech" - GenardMethod.com
    • Primacy - what people hear at the beginning of the speech
    • Recency - people will recall what you say at the end
    • 12 ways to begin a speech
    • 3 reasons the introduction should be strong: Audience making judgments about you early, opening sets the tone, first minute tells the audience why they should listen
  • Boundless.com - "Components of a Speech"
    • Introduction, Body, Conclusion
       
Fall Break - 10/15
Watch your recorded Peer Introduction speech.  Make notes regarding your presentation.  *You will hand in your notes for this but you will NOT be required to share with the class.
  • What did you feel good about? 
  • What would you change?
  • How was your posture?
  • Did you use filler words? (um...you know...I mean...and...uh...)
  • Make any other notes about your presentation that would be helpful in preparing for the next speech

Homework - Due 10/22
  • Prepare your first informative speech - intro/body/conclusion
  • 3-5 minutes in length
  • You'll be able to use your notes but do not read your entire speech
  • Use the sample outline and sample speech to help you plan
Class time on 10/22 will be a "workshop" to review your speech outline in groups, share ideas and final instructions.  Speeches will be given on 10/29

 * You DO NOT need to have your speech ready to present but it it strongly suggested you have your basic outline completed in order to make the most out of the 'workshop' time.  If you have questions, email Kim or Cindy.  kim.heinecke@gmail.com and okbealls@gmail.com.


Preparing for 10/8

Class Highlights / Notes From 10/1

  • Notes from TED Talk with Nancy Duarte - The Secret of a Great Talk
    If a speech had a shape, what would it be?
    A good speech moves between what is and what could be.
    The speaker amplifies this gap, ending on a strong what could be.
  • Matthew 5:21-48
    Jesus moves from "You've heard it said..." to "...but I tell you..."
    He oscillates between the two.
    The passage ends with "Be perfect even as your Father in Heaven is perfect" -- the ultimate "what could be"
  • Boundless passage - Intro to Informative Speaking
    An informative speech gives the audience information.
    4 types of informative speaking - description, explanatory, descriptive and demonstrative
  • Begin foundation for informative speech.
    Personal inventory, select topic area, write thesis, evaluate thesis

Homework - Due 10/8


Thursday, September 24

Class Highlights / Notes From 9/24

  • Discussion of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s speech, "I Have a Dream" (purpose, audience, main idea, stylistic devices, use of language, etc.)
  • Ethos - speaker credibility based on perceived competence and character
  • Elements of communication - the burden of communication is always on the speaker
  • Communication activity with partners

Homework - Due 10/1
Take notes on the following:
  • Read Matthew 5:21-48 - This is an excerpt from Jesus' "Sermon on the Mount"
    Think about the notes you took when listening to/watching the TED Talk.  How does Jesus connect the "known" with what is "unknown?"
  • Read the article at Boundless.com. www.boundless.com/UK1DT26LWPZA


Thursday, September 17

Class Notes

  -Discussion of articles and video from assigned homework (Eye contact, fear and anxiety, making introductions)
 -Peer introduction speeches - Great job everyone. We evaluated only the items on the scoring matrix for this exercise.
 -Instructions for "Spark" - the opening presentation each week for large group time

*If you're stumped as to what to do, ask Cindy or Kim. We would LOVE to help you! Schedule posted on sidebar.


Homework - Due 9/24

Read and listen to Martin Luther King, Jr.'s speech, "I Have a Dream" 
Make a few notes as you listen.
  • What is the main idea of the speech? Can you identify other key points in the speech?
  • In what ways does the speaker gain credibility?
  • What do you notice about the speaker's use of language? (repetitive phrases, metaphors, etc.)

Read the article at Boundless.com. 



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