CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Introductory Speech – Elevator Speech You are visiting your top choice graduate school [company, nonprofit organization, theater company, etc.] for an interview. In the elevator on your way to a meeting, you encounter a dean of the college [or other major player in whichever organization you choose], someone who is not necessarily familiar with your background but can have a say in accepting or hiring you. You have 2 to 3 minutes in which you must introduce yourself and describe your interests and qualifications, in order to convince them that you are the best candidate. Using the basic speech guidelines outlined in the first ten chapters of A Speaker’s Guidebook, prepare an “elevator speech” to be given during the third week of class. Think of this assignment almost as if it’s your resume in speech form, but also feel free to get imaginative and include, for instance, future projects you’d hope to work on in their company, or changes you could make to their business model. Sell yourself and whatever skills you bring to the table. This assignment seeks to accomplish three principles of basic public speaking: 1) Residual Quality: Ensure that your audience knows exactly what your speech is about. 2) Structure: Support your “pitch” with relevant material that clarifies and expands your topic (once you’ve made your point, back it up). 3) Performance: Maintain your composure; strive to demonstrate good non-verbal communication skills (eye contact, hand gestures, etc.). Grading: Speeches should be within the time limit (2-3 minutes) and well versed without being memorized. It is also important for you to be mindful of your audience while you are speaking and be aware of feedback. Your grade will take into account the topic you’ve selected (appropriateness), how well you support your main point, how well you follow your argument, and how well you connect with your audience non-verbally.

CRS 325 Presentational Speaking Elevator Speech Evaluation Instructor: Olivia Conti Student:______________________________ Score:_____/50

Speech Element Rating Comments General Expectations (25 Points) Topic Selection 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Audience Adaptation 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Professionalism/Well-Prepared 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Attention Getter/Strong Ending 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Time Allocation 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Content (15 Points) Main Point/Thesis Established 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Main Point Supported 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Points Logically Ordered 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Style (10 Points) Word Choice Appropriate/Varied 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Non-Verbal Communication 1 2 3 4 5 ___________________

Additional Comments:

Informative Speech Guidelines CRS 325 100 points possible Time Requirement: 5-7 minutes Assistance: 2-3 note cards, front and back Preparation Outline Due (25 Points): Due Friday September 30 Visual Aids: Not required General Expectations: This presentation will employ strategies of defining, reporting, or describing in public speaking. The goal of this assignment is not to persuade, instead, you are explaining your topic in order to provide your audience with a deeper understanding. This framework requires focused and in- depth research as well as the ability to organize and structure a coherent message around a clear thesis. Getting Started: • Think about a subject you’re interested and brainstorm possible speech topics. • After choosing a topic, develop a working thesis statement to narrow your focus and begin your research. • Once you have explored your topic and constructed a thesis, you will need to approve your thesis with me (due via e-mail by Friday, Sept 23, ogconti@syr.edu). • You are required to have at least 4 sources (but more are always welcome!). • These sources can come from scholarly journals, materials from other classes, interviews with individuals associated with your topic, or book/electronic/news sources that support your main points (but not wikipedia). Research must be cited in your presentation AND in your outline. Assessment: Evaluations will take into account how well you convey information to your audience. Presentations are more than just reiterating facts. Fundamental understandings of speech structure and delivery skills are an absolute necessity. You will be graded on clarity, organization, and the quality of your delivery. Your main points should be clear and reinforced with citations; your introduction and conclusion should function to effectively begin and end your speech; your information should be presented creatively to maintain audience interest. Your speeches will also be timed. Speeches under 5 minutes will be deducted 10 points, under 4 minutes will be deducted 20 points, and so on.

CRS 225 Public Advocacy

Informative Speech Evaluation

Instructor: Olivia Conti

Student Name: _______________________________

Score: _______________ / 100 Points

Introduction (15 Points) Attention Getter 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Clear Thesis Statement 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Preview of Main Points 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Body (25 Points)

Main points clearly established 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Main points supported 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Effective/Logical reasoning process 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Effective transitions 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Difference between two media clear 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Conclusion (15 Points)

Proper sense of closure 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Summary of main points 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Clincher 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Delivery and Style (20 points) Voice volume and tone 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Rate of speech & articulation 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Effective use of note cards 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Maintained eye contact 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

General expectations (25 points) Time management 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Fulfills purpose of informative speech? 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Overall preparedness 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Balance between speech sections 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Argument clear throughout 5 4 3 2 1 __________________

Comments:

Peer Evaluation Sheet Speaker Name _______________________________

Topic _______________________________________

How does the speaker establish his/her main point? How did s/he support this point?

How effectively did the speaker use transitions? How does the speaker acknowledge, recognize his/her audience? How was this speech suited to the audience? How was the speech organization? How well did the speech flow – was it easy to understand? Discuss the speakerʼs nonverbal support (e.g., gestures, eye contact). What was the speakerʼs greatest strength? What was the speakerʼs greatest weakness? How might he or she overcome it?

CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Instructor: Olivia Conti Participation Quiz #1 Name: ____________________________ What are the three main parts of a speech?

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CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Instructor: Olivia Conti Midterm Exam (50 points) NAME: _____________________________________________ Multiple-Choice Questions (15 questions, worth 1 point each) Instructions: Circle the correct answer 1. Listeners are likely to accept your claims if they believe they are derived from A) sources that are reliable. B) sources that are credible. C) both A and B. D) neither A nor B. 2. When rehearsing a speech, the speaker should A) revise the speaking outline as necessary. B) practice under realistic conditions. C) time the speech. D) do all of the above. 3. Firsthand oral or written histories, diaries, and recordings of meetings and other

events are examples of ______ sources. A) primary B) secondary C) tertiary D) chronicle 4. The first step in the speech process is A) conducting research. B) stating the purpose. C) developing main points. D) selecting a topic. 5. Supporting material illustrates main points by ______ the speaker's main ideas. A) substituting B) disproving C) verifying D) all of the above

6. Which of the following can be considered supporting material? A) statistics B) speaker experiences C) quotes about the speech topic D) all of the above 7. A speaker should try to uncover the audience's feelings toward A) the speech topic. B) the speaker. C) the speech occasion. D) all of the above. 8. Which of the following is not one of the five canons of rhetoric? A) invention B) delivery C) persuasion D) arrangement 9. The body of a speech consists of A) thesis statements and introductions. B) main points, supporting points, and transitions. C) specific purpose statements and internal summaries. D) all of the above. 10. The conscious act of recognizing, understanding, and accurately interpreting

messages communicated by others is called A) hearing. B) listening. C) circular response. D) the message-perception gap. 11. Listeners tend to pay attention to A) information that they deem important. B) information that is associated with their experiences. C) information that relates to their backgrounds. D) all of the above. 12. A speech topic is considered unethical if the topic A) shows an audience how to perform illegal actions. B) provides audience members with information that may physically or psychologically

harm them. C) is humiliating or degrading to the audience. D) involves any of the above.

13. When a speaker is alert to the audience's ______, he or she can respond to it and

make the audience feel respected and recognized. A) feedback B) credibility C) vocal variety D) articulation 14. Listener comprehension is aided by A) an appropriate organizational pattern. B) the speaker's use of clear transitions. C) effective presentation aids. D) all of the above. 15. If a medical doctor gives cutting-edge information on the threat of high cholesterol,

she is providing which type of supporting material? A) narrative material B) lay testimony C) expert testimony D) all of the above True/False (15 questions, worth 1 point each) Instructions: Circle the correct answer 16. Understanding the listeners' ethnic and cultural composition is important in delivering

a successful speech. A) True B) False 17. As long as your speech topic interests you, it will be appropriate to the audience and

occasion. A) True B) False 18. Speaking about grassroots issues provides opportunities for civic engagement. A) True B) False 19. Examples in a speech can be brief, extended, factual, or hypothetical. A) True B) False

20. Relying exclusively on popular search engines for research can present a host of

potential problems. A) True B) False 21. It is impossible to discern the credibility of information located on the Internet. A) True B) False 22. The organization of a speech will not influence the audience's perception of speaker

credibility. A) True B) False 23. When developing a speech, a speaker should create two separate outlines: a

working outline and a speaking outline. A) True B) False 24. Eye contact is not very important to the successful delivery of a speech. A) True B) False 25. In the conclusion, the speaker should not reiterate the topic and speech purpose. A) True B) False 26. Oral communication skills top the list of job skills most employers seek. A) True B) False 27. Public speaking offers a very low level of feedback. A) True B) False 28. The content of a message can be expressed both verbally and nonverbally. A) True B) False 29. Context includes anything that influences the speaker, the audience, or the

occasion. A) True B) False

30. Ethnocentrism is the belief that the ways of our own culture are superior to those of other cultures.

A) True B) False Short Answer (5 questions, worth 4 points each) Instructions: Pick 5 questions to answer out of the following 8, CLEARLY CROSS OUT questions you do not want me to grade. 1. Explain the difference between primary and secondary research, and provide an example of each. 2. What are the differences between public speaking and other forms of communication? 3. What are the strategies for active listening?

4. Explain how developing public speaking skills can help you become a more engaged citizen.

5. What is ethics? 6. List at least three ways to obtain information about your audience. 7. Define critical thinking and explain why it is important in the process of

communicating with others.

8. List and describe four of the five canons of rhetoric.

Persuasive Speech Guidelines Purpose: To persuade and advocate to the class a new policy regarding a social, political, and/or economic issue. Audience: Our class. Time: 6-8 Minutes Grade (175 Points): Speech—150 Points, Outline—25 Points Description: A persuasive speech influences listeners’ attitudes, values, ideas, and behavior. The goal of the persuasive speech is to persuade and motivate the audience on a factual matter, a matter of value, or a matter of policy. This assignment seeks to accomplish three principles of basic public speaking: 1. Quality: Ensure that your audience knows exactly what your speech is about by providing an argument and advocacy for a particular issue. 2. Structure: Support your information with relevant material that clarifies and expands your topic. In addition, the speech should be organized and display a natural flow. Most Important*-- Your argument should combine your own opinion with a well-balanced objective argument. Don’t rely too much on personal opinion. 3. Performance: Maintain your composure; strive to demonstrate good non-verbal communication skills. The speaker is expected to be clear, accurate, and persuasive. Getting Started: Choose a topic that interests you as a current social, political, and/or economic issue. This speech offer’s an opportunity to explore and discover the dynamics of life and the world. Remember, the purpose of this speech is Persuasive. In other words, the context should focus influencing and motivating the audience for a particular issue. The objective of the speech is to identify a problem, establish value, and offer a solution. (Which may be an excellent way to structure your argument...) Research: Your speech needs to include supporting research (4 credible sources). Consider using the library resources, on-line journals and databases to conduct research. Also, online newspapers and magazine will provide important information. All references need to be cited in APA or MLA format and attached to the speaking outline. You must orally cite sources in your speech. Turn-in Checklist: • Preparation Speech Outline with Bibliography (4 Source Minimum) • Speaking Notecards Maximum: However many you need, within reason. No full sentences/prepared scripts.

CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Persuasive Speech Rubric (150 points) Instructor: Olivia Conti Student Name: ______________________________________________ GRADE AREA SCORE COMMENTS Introduction (25 pts) Attention Getter 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Establish A Need 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Positive Ethos 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Clear Thesis 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Preview of Body 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Body (35 pts) Clear Main Points 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Supporting Sub Points 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Oral Citations 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Logical Reasoning 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Effective Transitions 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Organization 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Avoidance Of Fallacies 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Delivery & Style (35 pts) Volume 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Non-Verbal Communication 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Pace 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Eye Contact 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Gestures 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Word Choice 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Audience Adaptation 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Conclusion (15 pts) Closing Statement 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Summary of Main Points 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Clincher (Call to action) 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ General (25 pts) Time 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Topic Selection 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Enthusiasm for Subject Matter 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Well Rehearsed 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Proper Attire 5 4 3 2 1 ________________

Visual Aid (15 pts) Use of Visual Aid 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Appropriateness of Visual Aid 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Persuasiveness/Support of Visual Aid 5 4 3 2 1 ________________ Total: 150 points possible Comments:

CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Peer Reviews—Persuasive Speeches Instructor: Olivia Conti 20 Points Total Reviewerʼs Name: _________________________________________ Speakerʼs Name: _______________________________________ Introduction Attention Getter: Clear Thesis: Preview of the Body: Body of the Speech Main Points: Oral Citations (yes or no): Logical Reasoning: Organization & Transitions:

Conclusion Summary of Main Points: Clincher (a call to action): General Well Rehearsed: Ethos: Use of Visual Aid: Other Comments:

THE MOTH In-Class Extra Credit Assignment

-­‐ Watch some Moth videos on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mothstories -­‐ Garrison Keillor’s speech of acceptance:

http://www.youtube.com/user/mothstories#p/u/32/xg5aCOPF9Bs -­‐ Faye Green: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zV1PKLUGc4k -­‐ Think of a story of your own – something you can tell in 3 minutes or less. This could be

something you’ve told many times before, something funny or sad, something true or not true. Just keep it appropriate.

-­‐ Look over Chapter 16 of your text and think of ways in which you can style your story using language – much as you would do in an epideictic speech.

-­‐ Keep in mind: Does it sound good out loud? Is it concise? Do you use vivid imagery – something that appeals to the senses? Consider using similes, metaphors, analogies, personification, irony, allusion, hyperbole…

-­‐ Come into class, deliver your “Moth story,” and receive 5 extra credit points on the spot.

CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Epideictic Speech Guidelines Instructor: Olivia Conti Total Points: Speech 150 points, Outline 25 points, Peer Review 20 points Time: 5-7 minutes Visual Aid: Not required, but must be approved if desired. Note Cards: Not required, but can be utilized. Recommend 2-3 maximum. Description: Epideictic speeches are performed as a ceremonial speech. Epideictic speaking aims to emphasize and reaffirm common bonds among people and to give a greater sense of presence to particular ideas, beliefs, or values. These goals are achieved by recalling a common past, invoking shared values, interpreting past events within a frame of reference that ties them to the community, and paying tribute to a group’s symbolic heroes. (Examples: Graduation speech, wedding toast, eulogy, etc.) This assignment seeks to accomplish three principles of basic public speaking:

1. Quality: Ensure that your audience knows exactly what your speech is about by providing an argument and advocacy for a particular issue.

2. Structure: Support your information with relevant material that clarifies and expands your topic. Your organization needs to be strategic in order to have a smooth flow in your presentation.

3. Performance: Maintain your composure; strive to demonstrate good non-verbal communication skills. The speaker is expected to be clear, accurate, and persuasive. Your audience should be moved by your speech and an emotional response should be created.

Getting Started: Choose an occasion and topic that interests you. The occasion needs to fit a type of: Presentation/Award Speeches, Acceptance Speech, Keynote Address, Speeches of Tribute, Roast/Toast, Anniversary Speeches, Eulogy, and so on. Overview: Using previous elements of organization, delivery, and eloquence, create a presentation that gives meaning to a specific ceremony or occasion in which rhetoric is not only called for, but in which it provides a shared meaning of the occasion for the audience. The ability to construct eloquent prose and display an overall heightened sense of language is a crucial development for the ceremonial speech. Research/Preparation: You are not required to do any formal research for this particular speech. I would, however, suggest that you do a bit of informal research and look over a few examples of epideictic speaking in order to prepare yourself for the occasion in which you speak. There are plenty of historical examples of epideictic speaking that would be appropriate for reviewing at www.americanrhetoric.com. Topic Approvals: (Due Fri, Nov. 18) You are expected to tell me what occasion you have chosen for the epideictic/ceremonial speech. Be sure to be as detailed as possible in regards to the speaking context. If your topic includes a hypothetical audience (likely will), be sure to describe this audience and how it fits with your proposed topic.

CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Epideictic Speech Rubric (150 points) Instructor: Olivia Conti Student Name: ______________________________________________

Grade Areas SCORE

Introduction (20 pts)

Attention Getter 5 4 3 2 1

Establish Occasion 5 4 3 2 1

Positive Ethos 5 4 3 2 1

Main point (thesis) clearly stated 5 4 3 2 1

Body (30 pts)

Clear Main Points 5 4 3 2 1

Supporting Evidence 5 4 3 2 1

Establishes Common Bonds/Values 5 4 3 2 1

Appeals to Audience/Community 5 4 3 2 1

Effective Transitions 5 4 3 2 1

Overall Structure & Organization 5 4 3 2 1

Delivery & Style (55 pts)

Volume 5 4 3 2 1

Non-Verbal Communication (Body Language) 5 4 3 2 1

Pace & Rhythm 5 4 3 2 1

Eye Contact 5 4 3 2 1

Gestures 5 4 3 2 1

Use of figurative/stylistic language

Language conveyed credibility?

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Audience Adaptation

Sense of Decorum (good taste)

Evoked Emotion

Articulation

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Conclusion (10 pts)

Sense of Closure 5 4 3 2 1

Clincher

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General (30 pts)

Time 5 4 3 2 1

Topic Selection 5 4 3 2 1

Speaker’s Interest in the Subject Matter 5 4 3 2 1

Well Rehearsed 5 4 3 2 1

Proper Attire

Topic Approved in Advance

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CRS  325:  Public  Speaking           Epideictic  Peer  Review  (20pts)    Speaker’s  Name:  __________________________________  Reviewer’s  Name:  _________________________________    Instructions:  Please  provide  complete  and  thoughtful  responses  and  feedback  to  the  speech.    

1. Introduction:  Please  identify  :  Topic:        Main  Point:        Audience:          How  does  the  speaker  demonstrate  his/her  credibility  (ethos)  as  the  speaker?  (This  may  or  may  not  happen  in  the  introduction,  please  indicate  at  what  point  in  the  speech  it  became  clear).                  

2. How  did  the  speaker  structure  and  organize  his/her  speech?                      

3. Does  the  speaker  use  language  to  style  the  speech?    If  so,  how?    

               

4. Conclusion:  Please  evaluate  the  way  the  speaker  concludes  his/her  speech.  Was  it  appropriate  given  the  occasion?  

         

5. Please  provide  areas  of  strength  (at  least  TWO)  and  something  the  speaker  can  improve  (at  least  ONE).    

CRS 325: Presentational Speaking Instructor: Olivia Conti Final Assignment 50 Points INSTRUCTIONS: Choose one of the topics below, and create two working (full-sentence) outlines – one for an informative speech, and one for a persuasive speech. Each outline is valued at 25 points, for a total of 50 points. NOTE: If you have previously done a speech on one of the topics listed, you must pick another topic for your final. REQUIREMENTS: - Four (4) citations, which must include:

A citation to one book A citation to one scholarly article No citations to blogs, wikis or op-eds.

- Demonstrate an understanding of the different requirements for informative and persuasive speeches (Ch. 23 and 24 of the text). - Demonstrate an understanding of the proper format for a working (full-sentence) outline – as illustrated in chapters 13-15 of the text. TIPS: - Return to my comments on prior speech outlines – which areas needed improvement? - Look at example outlines in your book and those uploaded to Blackboard TOPICS:

1. Global warming 2. Alcohol advertising 3. University athletics policies 4. Sustainable food policies 5. Tea party movement and/or 6. Occupy Wall Street movement 7. Affirmative Action 8. Criminal system reform

a. Death penalty b. Recidivism c. Rehabilitation

9. Education reform 10. Unions