The Call of Public Speaking

A series of vocabulary flashcards to help you understand key concepts related to public speaking.

Public Speaking

The act of speaking in front of an audience for the purpose of communication, often involving themes of community and responsibility.

The Call

A forceful invitation or invitation to attend, implying a need for a response or communion with others.

Magic of Three

A principle in public speaking that suggests information organized in groups of three is most memorable and persuasive.

Vocation

A calling to perform a particular profession or task, often associated with public speaking in terms of one's responsibilities.

Social Mobility

The ability to move up or down the social scale, often facilitated by education, including public speaking.

Debate

A formal discussion on a particular topic where opposing arguments are presented, often used as a training tool for public speaking.

Oral English

An early term used for the subject of public speaking as taught in English departments.

Ethical Enterprise

A moral pursuit that aims to empower individuals, often associated with the teaching and practice of public speaking.

Audience Engagement

The process of connecting actively with an audience, essential in effective public speaking.

Responsiveness

The quality of responding to the calls or needs of others, a key component of effective communication.

Higher Education

Education provided by universities and colleges, where public speaking is often a required subject for students to enhance their communicative skills.