Speech 2 – InformativeTOPIC SELECTION
● Research the topic you selected. Your focus should be on INFORMING the class
about the topic and its causes.
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The speech should present a balanced (i.e., unbiased) presentation of the topic.
DELIVERY
● 4-5 minute informative speech
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Speaking notes should be in minimal outline format (to be discussed in class).
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Do NOT read your speech.
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You will be graded on several areas including, but not limited to, eye contact,
vocal delivery, and time management.
CONTENT
● You will include the five-part introduction, 2 body points, and 3-point conclusion
as demonstrated on the attached outline.
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Your two main points will be: 1) Define the issue
occurs
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For full credit, you must include a minimum of 3 CREDIBLE sources. (If you don’t
know if a source is credible, ask!)
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****Only 1 of the sources can be internet sources (ie websites, blogs ect)****
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The sources must be orally stated during your speech, noted on the outline, and
referenced on the reference page.
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Do not use direct quotes in body of speech. (Direct quotes are ok for intro and
conclusion). Instead use paraphrase and citation.
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Refer to the rubric in D2L for specific areas upon which you will be graded.
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Outline (in correct format, to be discussed in lecture) must be submitted to
Assignment Dropbox.
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Attach an APA style reference sheet to outline
2) Tell why the issue
Speech Outline Template
(**ONE COMPLETE SENTENCE PER POINT**)
Name:
I. Introduction
A. Attention Getter
B. Reveal Topic
C. Credibility Statement
D. Audience Relevance
E. Thesis
1. Point 1
2. Point 2
II. Body
A. Point 1: Item 1
1. Subpoint (Citation, year)
2. Subpoint
(Transition statement to next point)
B. Point 2: Item 2
1. Subpoint (Citation, year)
2. Subpoint
(Transition statement to next point)
III. Conclusion
A. Review Main Points
1. Point 1
2. Point 2
B. Audience Impact
C. Closing Remarks