I. TOPIC
If I have not assigned a topic:
The
purpose of this composition and speech is to create concern for a problem from
a personal, local, school, or regional, or national level. Avoid personalized
topics that could be controversial. (i.e.- parents, friends, faculty,
administration, community members, etc. Be considerate of others. This is not
just a gripe session. Be creative!!)
If I have assigned a topic:
Follow instructions given to the class for developing your topic.
II.
LENGTH
Your speech must be between 3 and 4 minutes long, including use of any visual aids.
III.
SOURCES
Use of sources is
required for support.
All speeches must
be well-researched. In addition
to the speech itself, you will be asked for an annotated bibliography of
all research, whether or not you actually use the source in your
speech.
Research must
include (at least):
Primary source
material (4): first person accounts of individuals struggling with the
effects of your topic
Secondary source
material (4): academic, government, public media and non-government
organizatios (such as charities, advocate organizations, etc.)
Fiction and/or
Poetry (2)
ONLY SIX OF
THESE SOURCES MAY BE FROM THE INTERNET.
IF SOURCE MATERIAL WAS ORIGINALLY A NON-INTERNET SOURCE (SUCH AS AN ARTICLE FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES THAT WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE PAPER EVEN THOUGH YOU FOUND IT ONLINE) YOU MAY CITE IT AS A NON-INTERNET SOURCE.
IV.
CONTENT
Your speech must be carefully organized.
One very
effective organizational structure is Monroe’s Motivated Sequence.
V. LANGUAGE
Both your body language and verbal language are essential parts of your motivating force. Choose bold words, use volume as a tool to enforce certain ideas, and even use strong gestures such and pounding the podium or pointing. Practice these since it does not come naturally to most people, and put personal notes on your outline!!!
VI.
VISUAL
AID
This
is optional, not required, but may include posters, photographs, or other
illustrations.
Note: It is
your responsibility to be certain that the class can see any visual aid
you utilize. Be aware of sightlines,
object size, etc. Powerpoint is
permissible, but you must be aware of how to structure
your presentation to avoid common powerpoint
errors.
VII. DELIVERY
All speeches must go through at least two writing drafts and must have at least
one conference (with anyone).
Your speech may be either memorized or delivered extemporaneously (from an outline).
VIII. RUBRIC
Your grade will be based on the following:
a. Research (20%)
b. Speech Organization and Writing (40%)
c.
Speech Presentation (including vocal and body language,
visuals, etc.) (40%)