Question

Write a 350-450 word main post that responds to each question below. You are also required to respond to one of your classmates' postings with at least a 75 word response.

My first public speaking teacher used to say, "there are no boring topics, only boring speakers." Chapter 12 focuses on a variety of skills to help you create more dynamic, engaging speeches.

Questions to Answer:

• Pick one one concept or topic from Chapter 12 and explain how it can be used to enhance a speech. Does the concept or topic you selected lead to a less "boring" speech?
• Why or why not? Provide at least two specific examples to illustrate your point.

Chapter 12: Public Speaking Preparation (Steps 7 - 10)

After completing this unit, you should be able to:

discuss the role of language and delivery in effective public speaking.

construct an effective speech introduction, body, and conclusion.

critique a speech and express that criticism constructively.

Chapter 12: Public Speaking Preparation (Steps 7 - 10)

After completing this unit, you should be able to:

discuss the role of language and delivery in effective public speaking.

construct an effective speech introduction, body, and conclusion.

critique a speech and express that criticism constructively.

Answer 1

Public speaking is an art. As said "there are no boring topics, only boring speakers.

The role of language and delivery in effective public speaking can not be overemphasised.

The understanding of the audience is very important to have an effective speech. Different age segments have different tastes. While addressing students, we will be talking to a segment who are looking forward to a future. They would be greatly influenced with a speech that can connect to their dreams and ambitions.  

When speaking to somewhat experienced professionals, we need to ensure we are respecting the audience's exposure and experience. This segment is already very ahead on the road of life and mostly have very strong views on most topics.

When addressing a crowd of old people, we will be talking to a segment who have lived their life and have more experience than we have. This segment will have lot of experience which can be included in our speech to be more effective.  

The language and delivery needs to be adjusted depending on the audience.  

An effective speech should include a good introduction, body and conclusion. For example, we are preparing a speech on Economy of a nation.

An introducttion should include a brief history of economy in that country.

The body should include what type of economy is adopted by the government and how it is effecting the population in general.

Conclusion should be brief about the possible impact of current policies and if their is any suggestion to have any policy change.  

"I have a dream" by Martin Luther King is still in the memory of the world because of its effectivsness in the thinking of a population in trying times. The delivery and the language and the most important, the message it conveyed was absolutely perfect and meet the expectations of the population.

Conclusion : As discussed already, there are no boring topics, only boring speakers. This is so true. Every speaker should be passionate about what he is talking about and there is much more chances of the speech to be effective with the audience. The language and for delivery can be developed with practice.