GETTING STARTED WITH CONFIDENCE
Speaker's Reference
Public Speaking Basics
1.01 Becoming a Public Speaker
1.02 Why Study Public Speaking?
1.03 The Classical Roots of Public Speaking
Public Speaking and Communication
1.05 Learning to Speak in Public
1.06 Public Speaking as a Form of Communication
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Getting Started
2.01 Introduction to Giving It a Try: Preparing Your First Speech
2.02 A Brief Overview of the Speechmaking Process
Outline the Speech
2.03 Outline the Speech
Practice the Speech
2.04 Practice Delivering the Speech
2.05 Take the Plunge
2.06 Sample Speech: Homeschool to High School: My Journey of Growth and Change, Teresa Gorrell
2.07 From Idea to Speech: How to Transform an Idea into a Polished Speech
2.08 Sample Speech: The Dance of Life, Ashley White
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
PUBLIC SPEAKING BASICS
Speaker's Reference
Understanding Speech Anxiety
3.01 Introduction to Managing Speech Anxiety
3.02 What Makes Us Anxious About Public Speaking?
3.03 Pinpoint the Onset of Public Speaking Anxiety
Confidence-boosting Techniques
3.05 Use Proven Strategies to Build Your Confidence
3.06 Activate the Relaxation Response
3.08 Use Movement to Minimize Anxiety (this is a B head, but it should start a new page)
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
The Importance of Listening
4.01 Introduction to Listeners and Speakers
4.02 Recognize the Centrality of Listening
The Process of Listening
4.03 Understand the Difference between Hearing and Listening (page includes content up to the B head Anticipate Obstacles to Active Listening)
4.04 Anticipate Obstacles to Active Listening (this is a B head, but it's starting an e-page)
4.05 Become a More Active Listener
Active Listening and Feedback
4.06 Evaluate Evidence and Reasoning
4.07 Offer Constructive and Compassionate Feedback
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Speaking with Ethics in Mind
5.01 Introduction to Ethical Public Speaking
5.02 Take Responsibility for Your Words
5.03 Contribute to Positive Public Discourse
Observe Ethical Ground Rules
5.05 Observe the Ground Rules for Ethical Speaking
5.06 Avoid Plagiarism
5.09 Fair Use, Copyright, and Ethical Speaking
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Speaker's Reference: Audience Analysis and Topic Selection
Multiple Choice Questions
AUDIENCE ANALYSIS AND TOPIC SELECTION
Speaker's Reference
Adapt to Your Audience
6.01 Introduction to Analyzing the Audience
6.02 Adapt to Audience Psychology: Who Are Your Listeners?
6.03 Gauge Listeners' Feelings (stars with B head Gauge Listeners' Feelings Toward the Topic, Speaker, and Occasion)
6.04 Adapt Your Message to Audience Demographics
Speaking to Diverse Audiences
6.07 Adapt to Diverse Audiences
6.08 Adapt to Cross-Cultural Values
Learning about Your Audience
6.09 Techniques for Learning about Your Audience
6.10 Analyze the Speech Setting and Context
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Choosing a Topic
7.01 Introduction to Selecting a Topic and Purpose
7.02 Exploring Topics for Your Speech
7.03 Try Brainstorming to Generate Ideas
7.04 Narrowing Your Topic Using a Library Portal
Speech Purpose
7.05 Identify the General Purpose of Your Speech
7.06 Refine the Topic and Purpose
7.07 FROM SOURCE TO SPEECH: Narrowing Your Topic to Fit Your Audience
Your Thesis Statement
7.08 From Topic and Purpose to Thesis Statement
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Speaker's Reference: Supporting the Speech
Multiple Choice Questions
SUPPORTING THE SPEECH
Speaker's Reference
Use a Variety of Supporting Materials
8.01 Introduction to Developing Supporting Material
8.02 Use a Variety of Supporting Materials
Examples
8.03 Offer Examples
Using Stories and Testimony
8.07 Share Stories
8.11 Draw on Testimony
Facts and Statistics
8.13 Provide Facts and Statistics (this page should also include the small section: Win Acceptance of Your Supporting Materials)
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Assess Your Research Needs
9.01 Introduction to Finding Credible Online and Print Materials
9.02 Assess Your Research Needs
Sources
9.03 Explore Primary Sources
9.04 Explore Secondary Sources
Internet Searches
9.05 Conduct Smart Searches
9.06 FROM SOURCE TO SPEECH: Evaluating Web Sources
9.07 Distinguish among Information, Propaganda, and Misinformation
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Citing Reliable Sources
10.01 Introduction to Citing Sources in Your Speech
10.02 Alert Listeners to Key Source Information
10.03 Establish the Source's Trustworthiness
How to Cite Sources in Your Speech
10.06 Avoid a Mechanical Delivery
10.07 FROM SOURCE TO SPEECH: Demonstrating Your Sources’ Reliability and Credibility
10.08 Overview of Source Types with Sample Oral Citations
10.09 FROM SOURCE TO SPEECH: Recording and Citing Web Sources
10.10 Credit Sources in Presentation Aids
10.11 Properly Citing Facts and Statistics
10.12 Properly Citing Summarized, Paraphrased, and Quoted Information
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Speaker's Reference: Organizing and Outlining
Multiple Choice Questions
ORGANIZING AND OUTLINING
Speaker's Reference
Organizing the Speech
11.01 Introduction to Organizing the Body of the Speech
11.02 Beyond the Speech: Organizing as a Life Skill
Speech Structure
11.04 Parts of a Speech
11.05 Use Supporting Points to Substantiate Your Claims
Supporting Points
11.08 Pay Close Attention to Coordination and Subordination
11.09 Strive for a Unified, Coherent, and Balanced Outline
Transitions
11.10 Use Transitions to Give Direction to the Speech
11.11 FROM POINT TO POINT: Using Transitions to Guide Your Listeners
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Types of Organizational Arrangements
12.1 Introduction to Types of Organizational Arrangements
12.2 Arranging Speech Points Chronologically
Spatial Patten
12.4 Arranging Speech Points Using a Spatial Patten
Causal (Cause-Effect) Pattern
12.6 Arranging Speech Points Using a Causal (Cause-Effect) Pattern
Problem-Solution Pattern
12.8 Arranging Speech Points Using a Problem-Solution Pattern
Topical Pattern
12.10 Arranging Speech Points Topically
Narrative Pattern
12.12 Arranging Speech Points Using a Narrative Pattern
Subpoints
12.13 Subpoints Need Not Match the Pattern of Main Points
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Outlining
13.1 Introduction to Outlining the Speech
13.2 Plan on Creating Two Outlines
Preparing Your Outlines
13.3 Create a Working Outline First
13.4 Sample Working Outline
13.5 Full-Text Speech: The History and Sport of Mountain Biking
13.6 Prepare a Speaking Outline for Delivery
13.7 Sample Speaking Outline
13.8 Outline: Freeganism: More than Just a Free Lunch
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Speaker's Reference: Introductions, Conclusions, Language
Multiple Choice Questions
INTRODUCTIONS, CONCLUSIONS, AND LANGUAGE
Speaker's Reference
Speech Introductions
14.1 Introduction to Developing the Introduction
14.2 Functions of the Introduction
14.3 Establish Your Credibility as a Speaker (this is part of the previous A-Head, but the page should be broken here, page 224 of the printed text)
14.6 Motivate the Audience to Accept Your Goals
LearningCurve and Chapter Quiz
Multiple Choice Questions
Developing the Conclusion
Introduction to Developing the Conclusion
Functions of Conclusions
Make the Conclusion Memorable
Multiple Choice Questions
NONVERBAL DELIVERY
Speaker's Reference
Using Language to Style the Speech
Introduction to Using Language to Style the Speech
Prepare Your Speeches for the Ear
Use Concrete Language and Vivid Imagery
Choose Words That Build Credibility
Choose Language That Creates a Lasting Impression
Multiple Choice Questions
Methods of Delivery
Introduction to Methods of Delivery
Qualities of Effective Delivery
Select a Method of Delivery
Multiple Choice Questions
The Voice in Delivery
Introduction to the Voice in Delivery
Adjust Your Speaking Volume
Vary Your Intonation
Adjust Your Speaking Rate
Use Strategic Pauses
Strive for Vocal Variety
Carefully Pronounce and Articulate Words
Multiple Choice Questions
The Body in Delivery
Introduction to the Body in Delivery
Enhance Your Credibility Through Nonverbal Cues
Pay Attention to Body Language
Practice the Delivery
Speaker's Reference: The Body in Delivery
Multiple Choice Questions
PRESENTATION AIDS
Speaker's Reference
Speaking with Presentation Aids
Introduction to Speaking with Presentation Aids
Functions of Presentation Aids
Types of Presentation Aids
Options for Displaying the Presentation Aid
From Idea to Image: Using Presentation Aids
Multiple Choice Questions
Designing Presentation Aids
Introduction to Designing Presentation Aids
Keep the Design Simple
Use Design Elements Consistently
Select Appropriate Typeface Styles and Fonts
Use Color Carefully
Multiple Choice Questions
Using Presentation Software
Introduction to Using Presentation Software
Give a Speech Not a Slide Show
Avoid Technical Glitches
A Brief Guide to Using PowerPoint Keynote and Prezi
Compose a Presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint
Compose a Presentation in Apple Keynote
Compose a Presentation in Prezi
Finding Media for Presentations
From Slideshow to Presentation: Getting Ready to Deliver a PowerPoint, Keynote, or Prezi Presentation
Multiple Choice Questions
FORMS OF SPEECHES
Speaker's Reference
The Informative Speech
Introduction to the Informative Speech
Focus on Sharing Knowledge
Categories of Informative Speeches
Decide How to Convey the Information
Take Steps to Reduce Confusion
Arrange Speech Points in a Pattern
SAMPLE VISUALLY ANNOTATED INFORMATIVE SPEECH: Freeganism: More Than a Free Lunch
SAMPLE VISUALLY ANNOTATED INFORMATIVE SPEECH: Social Media, Social Identity, and Social Causes
Multiple Choice Questions
The Persuasive Speech
Introduction to the Persuasive Speech
What Is a Persuasive Speech?
Classical Persuasive Appeals: Ethos Pathos Logos
Contemporary Persuasive Appeals: Needs and Motivations
Multiple Choice Questions
Developing Arguments for the Persuasive Speech
Introduction to Developing Arguments for the Persuasive Speech
What Is an Argument?
Types of Claims Used in Persuasive Speeches
Types of Evidence
Types of Warrants
Counterarguments: Addressing the Other Side
Multiple Choice Questions
Organizing the Persuasive Speech
Introduction to Organizing the Persuasive Speech
Factors to Consider When Choosing an Organizational Pattern
Problem-Solution Pattern of Arrangement
Monroe's Motivated Sequence
Comparative Advantage Pattern of Arrangement
Refutation Pattern of Arrangement
SAMPLE VISUALLY ANNOTATED PERSUASIVE SPEECH: Becoming a Socially Conscious Consumer
SAMPLE VISUALLY ANNOTATED PERSUASIVE SPEECH: Preventing Cyberbullying
Multiple Choice Questions
Special Occasion Speeches
Introduction to Special Occasion Speeches
Functions of Special Occasion Speeches
Types of Special Occasion Speeches
SAMPLE VISUALLY ANNOTATED SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECH: "Love the Process": A Soccer Star's Philosophy of Life
Speaker's Reference: Speaking Beyond the Speech Classroom
Multiple Choice Questions
SPEAKING BEYOND THE SPEECH CLASSROOM
Speaker's Reference
Preparing Online Presentations
Introduction to Preparing Online Presentations
Apply Your Knowledge to Face-to-Face Speaking
Plan for the Unique Demands of Online Delivery
Real-time or Recorded? Plan for the Delivery Mode
Choose an Online Presentation Format
Multiple Choice Questions
Collaborating and Presenting in Groups
Introduction to Collaborating and Presenting in Groups
Becoming an Effective Group Participant
Adopting an Effective Leadership Style
Making Presentations in Teams
Multiple Choice Questions
Business and Professional Presentations
Introduction to Business and Professional Presentations
Presentational versus Public Speaking
Case Study Presentations
Sales Presentations
Proposals
Staff Reports
Progress Reports
Crisis-Response Presentations
Multiple Choice Questions
Speaking in Other College Courses
Introduction to Speaking in Other College Courses
Typical Speaking Assignments across the Curriculum
Presenting to Different Audiences
Speaking in Science and Mathematics Courses
Speaking in Technical Courses
Speaking in Social Science Courses
Speaking in Arts and Humanities Courses
Speaking in Education Courses
Speaking in Nursing and Allied Health Courses
Multiple Choice Questions
Video: Social Media, Social Identity, and Social Causes
Video: Conclusion
Video: Real World Example
Video: Examples - Occupy Wall Street & the Tea Party
Video: Graph
Video: Internal Summary
Video: Introduction
Video: Paraphrasing Research
Video: Scanning
Video: Thesis & Main Points
Video: Transition
Video: Using Language - Common Expressions
Video: Improper Conclusion
Video: Freeganism: More than a Free Lunch
Video: Freegans Citing Sources
Video: Conclusion
Video: Example
Video: Example Using Data
Video: Introduction
Video: Rhetorical Question
Video: Thesis & Main Points
Video: Transition
Video: Using Language
Video: Weak Thesis
Video: Preventing Cyberbullying
Video: Call to Action
Video: Definition
Video: Introduction
Video: Conclusion
Video: Offering Solution
Video: Paraphrasing
Video: Summary
Video: Thesis Statement
Video: Transition
Video: Using Emotional Language
Video: Using Statistics
Video: Multitasking
Video: Becoming a Socially Conscious Consumer
Video: Call to Action
Video: Citing Research
Video: Citing Sources
Video: Conclusion
Video: Definition
Video: Introduction
Video: Monroe's Sequence Step 1 Attention
Video: Monroe's Sequence Step 2 Need
Video: Monroe's Sequence Step 3 Satisfaction
Video: Monroe's Sequence Step 4 Visualization
Video: Monroe's Sequence Step 5 Action
Video: Improper Oral Citations
Video: Real-World Examples
Video: Thesis Statement
Video Quiz
Teresa Gorrell's First Draft Speech of Introduction
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
SAMPLE SPEECHES
Sample Visually Annotated Informative Speech: John Kanzius and the Quest to Cure Cancer Kruckenberg
Sample Visually Annotated Persuasive Speech: Emergency in the Emergency Room Roth
Sample Special Occasion Speech: President Obama Speaks at a Memorial Service for Nelson Mandela
REFERENCE AND RESEARCH APPENDICES
Appendix A: Commonly Mispronounced Words
Appendix B: Chicago Documentation
Appendix C: APA Documentation
Appendix D: Glossary
Appendix E: Question-and-Answer Sessions
Appendix F: Preparing for TV and Radio Communication
Appendix G: MLA Documentation
Appendix H: CBE/CSE Documentation
Appendix I: IEEE Documentation
Text Credits
A SPEAKER’S GUIDEBOOK
How to Use This Book and Digital Resources
Preface
Acknowlegements