Basic Manual - Old Version

Objectives of "The Ice Breaker"

To begin speaking before an audience
To help you understand what areas require particular emphasis in your speaking development
To introduce yourself to your club members
TIME: 4-6 Minutes

Objectives of "Be In Earnest"

To convince the audience of your earnestness, sincerity, and conviction on a subject you thoroughly understand
To confront and control any nervousness you may have
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Organize Your Speech"

To organize your thoughts into a logical sequence that leads the audience to a clearly defined goal
To build a speech outline that includes an opening, body, and conclusion
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Show What You Mean"

Objectives of "Vocal Variety"

To explore the use of voice volume, pitch, rate, and quality as assets to your speaking
To apply the principles of a well-developed voice to a particular speech
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Work With Words"

To gain an understanding of the functions and uses of the spoken word
To select precisely the right words required to communicate your ideas clearly, vividly, and appropriately
To avoid common mistakes in word use
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Apply Your Skills"

To bring together and apply the communication skills you have learned in the preceding projects
To organize your speech in a logical manner, following one of the suggested outlines
To research the facts needed to support your speech
To make a personal evaluation of your progress
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Make It Persuasive"

To present a talk that persuades the audience to accept your proposal of viewpoint
To achieve this persuasive effect by appealing to the audience's self interest, building a logical foundation for agreement, and arousing emotional commitment to your cause
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Speak With Knowledge"

To gather accurate, up-to-date information on a subject so you can expand your knowledge and that of your audience
To write a speech based on the insights gained from your research
To read the speech before the club in an interesting, lively, and meaningful manner
TIME: 5-7 Minutes

Objectives of "Inspire Your Audience"

To understand the mood and feelings of your audience on a particular occasion
To put those feelings into words and inspire the audience, using all the techniques you have learned so far
TIME: 8-10 Minutes

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