Introduction to Writing Speeches and Presentations
Business Writing
Training
Provided by Online Training Directory
This course focuses on how to write speeches and presentations
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Introduction to Writing Speeches and Presentations
Introduction to Writing Speeches and Presentations
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Week 1
In this first week, we''ll set the foundation for the rest of the lessons. We''ll look at the basic speech format, the Anatomy of a Speech:
· Opening
· Body
· Closing
In addition, we''ll talk about the different methods used in delivering speeches and things to consider if you''re writing a speech for someone else.
Students can learn a lot by looking at the work of successful speechmakers. With that in mind, for homework students will read Martin Luther King Jr.''s "I Have A Dream" speech and JFK''''s Inaugural address. They''ll be asked to write down what made the text memorable and to give examples.
Week 2
In this second week, we start looking at the 3 different types of speeches. We begin with the narrative speech and how it is constructed. It is one of the most common speeches, since it is used to tell a story or to introduce someone.
In addition, we''ll review some points brought up in the previous lesson''s homework and talk about analyzing an audience.
For homework, students will be asked to write a 3 minute narrative speech introducing themselves to the class
Week 3
Many times people are asked to make speeches or presentations about their job, a project, a hobby, etc. These presentations must include research, facts, and figures. This week''s lesson will cover creating the informative speech and the use of visual aids. In particular, we''ll talk about using a computerized presentation package, Powerpoint.
For homework students will write a 3 - 4 minute speech telling the audience about a hobby, their job, etc. Students will be asked to mention any visual aid(s) that they think could be used to enhance the message.
Week 4
Sometimes you will find that you need to write a speech to motivate the audience to take action. This last lesson focuses on the elements of the Persuasive speech and the things that motivate people. We will discuss Artistotles'' Powers of Persuasion and Maslow''s Hierarchy of Needs.
In addtion, we''ll discuss Toastmasters International and the resources it offers people interested in improving their public speaking skills.
For homework, students are asked to write a 3 - 4 minute speech which should convince the audience to take a certain course of action. Students should note any visual aid(s) that could be used.
| Designed for people who want to develop skills in preparing speeches and presentations, this course covers the three basic types of speeches (Narrative, Informative, and Persuasive) and how to write them. Coursework focuses on the anatomy of a speech, the three basic types of speeches and the elements that go into making each one effective. Also, it touches on visual aids and what speech writers need to learn about their audience in order to write a speech that “reaches “ it. Students will get the opportunity to write three speeches and have them critiqued by the instructor. In addition, students will read two famous speeches and look at how the wording helps them to get their message across. |
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At the end of the course students will will be able to: A. Write a narrative speech B. Write an informative speech and understand the pros and cons of using certain visual aids C. Write a persuasive speech and understand what motivates people and how to apply that to their speeches D. Understand how word choice can make a speech more effective. |
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Students will be assessed by: 1. A written exercise 2. Writing a narrative speech 3. Writing an informative speech 4. Writing a persuasive speech |
· Opening
· Body
· Closing
In addition, we''ll talk about the different methods used in delivering speeches and things to consider if you''re writing a speech for someone else.
Students can learn a lot by looking at the work of successful speechmakers. With that in mind, for homework students will read Martin Luther King Jr.''s "I Have A Dream" speech and JFK''''s Inaugural address. They''ll be asked to write down what made the text memorable and to give examples.
In addition, we''ll review some points brought up in the previous lesson''s homework and talk about analyzing an audience.
For homework, students will be asked to write a 3 minute narrative speech introducing themselves to the class
For homework students will write a 3 - 4 minute speech telling the audience about a hobby, their job, etc. Students will be asked to mention any visual aid(s) that they think could be used to enhance the message.
In addtion, we''ll discuss Toastmasters International and the resources it offers people interested in improving their public speaking skills.
For homework, students are asked to write a 3 - 4 minute speech which should convince the audience to take a certain course of action. Students should note any visual aid(s) that could be used.
Contact Hours: 12
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