The Ice Breaker

To begin speaking before an audience

4-6

Organize Your Speech

Create a strong opening and conclusion, and use appropriate transitions when moving from one idea to another.

5-7

Get To the Point

Ensure the beginning, body, and conclusion reinforce the purpose of the speech.

5-7

How to Say It

Use rhetorial devices to enhance and emphasize ideas.

5-7

Your Body Speaks

Use stance, movement, gestures, facial expressions, and eye contact to express your message and achieve your speech's purpose.

5-7

Vocal Variety

Use voice volume, pitch, rate, and quality to reflect and add meaning and interest to your message.

5-7

Research Your Topic

Carefully support your points and opinions with specific facts, examples, and illustrations gathered through research.

5-7

Get Comfortable with Visual Aids

Select visual aids that are appropriate for your message and audience.

5-7

Persuade with Power

Persuade listeners to adopt your viewpoint or to take some action.

5-7

Inspire Your Audience

Inspire your audience by appealing to noble motives and challenging the audience to achieve a higher level or beliefs or achievement.

8-10