Tài liệu Public Speaking: ppt

Public Speaking:


How to Create a Good Speech or Presentation:

1)
Choose a subject that is important to you and vital to your listeners.

2)
Select a topic that interests you, that you know something about, and that you
can bring to life for your audience.

3)
Decide on a clear purpose. What would you like your audience to do as a
result of your speech?

4)
Involve your listeners by asking for their response and relating your topic
directly to them.

5)
Use testimony, facts, examples, and stories to add substance to your speech.

6)
Organize your ideas into a logical design.

7)
Use clear, colorful, concrete language.

8)
Practice your speech until you can present it smoothly.

Types of Speeches and Their Function:


Informative: share ideas and knowledge, extend understanding, shape
perceptions, clarify options


Persuasive: influence attitudes or behavior, urge commitment,
encourage change


Ceremonial: celebrate events and occasions, recognize heroes and
heroines, renew values, revitalize group commitment (speeches that offer
tribute, accept rewards, introduce other speakers, inspire listeners, or
celebrate achievements)


*Adapted from Public Speaking, Osborn & Osborn, 1994.