Informative Speech Organization
Topic Overview
Organizational Tools
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Childhood obesity is linked to inactivity and diet. Children who are obese often suffer self-esteem issues and are at risk of developing diabetes and other diseases.
Historical/
Chronological
Historical/
Chronological
2.
A good time management plan may include creating a semester calendar indicating class and work schedule, project due dates, exam dates, etc. Every Friday create a schedule for the upcoming week. Each night, create a to-do list for the next day.
Spatial
Spatial
3.
Haiti was a very poor nation even before the devastating 2010 earthquake. Two months after the quake, the UN pledged billions of dollars for reconstruction. The process has been slow. A year and a half after the quake, many are still homeless, thousands suffer from unsanitary conditions, and many died as a result of a cholera outbreak.
Process
Process
4.
Lewis and Clark began their journey West in 1803. Their journey can be explored today beginning in Washington, D.C. and journeying through 19 states to the Pacific Ocean.
Categorical
Categorical
5.
It can be interesting to compare and contrast the teachings and beliefs of the major religions of the world. While there are many differences, you may be surprised by the number of similarities. Let’s begin with an overview of Christianity.
Cause-effect/
Effect-cause
Cause-effect/
Effect-cause