Public Speaking – Final Speech Friday!
Final speeches on Friday, June 4 9:00-10:30 AM. [Monday section -Room 10, Tuesday section- Room 12, Thursday section – Room 13]
Please arrive at your assigned room by 8:45 AM. If you have tech or video to set up, please bring all necessary materials on a flash drive or loaded onto your own computer.
If you have not turned in your speech plan, you are currently incomplete/failing this class. Correct this immediately!
Final tips & reminders:
- Deliver your speech with the confidence of an experienced, polished public persona. Play the role of an expert!
- Keep your audience engaged and interested through the use of visual aids, varied vocal tone, and a balance between evidence and explanation. Why is what your have to say more important than whatever else your audience may want to do?
- Start a great opening sentence, image, or anecdote (the “hook”) that will grab your audience’s attention.
- Clearly state the purpose of your speech: Why are you speaking on this topic? Why is it important to hear about?
- If you feel nervous, remember practice makes almost-perfect. Practice before a mirror, for a friend, for your pet, for whoever will listen and ideally, give you some feedback.
Looking forward to seeing you all on Friday!
Julia