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How to Deliver a Manuscript or Memorized Speech

Page 1: Introduction to Speech Delivery

  • Focus on manuscript or memorized speech delivery techniques.

Page 2: Learning Objectives

  • Determine Different Speech Conventions: Understand the various conventions used in delivering speeches.

  • Critique a Speech Performance: Assess and provide constructive feedback on a speech.

  • Deliver an Extemporaneous Speech: Practice speaking spontaneously with fluency and ease in front of an audience.

Page 3: What is Speech?

  • Definition of Speech:

    • Use of language in human vocal communication.

    • Consists of phonetic combinations of vowel and consonant sounds forming words.

  • Practical Speech Events:

    • Delivering speeches for student government elections, at prom events, or during graduation ceremonies. (Hutchinson et al., 2020)

Page 4: Types of Speech According to Delivery

1. Extemporaneous

  • Description: Limited preparation, guided by notes, conversational delivery.

  • Situations: Campaign speech, class reporting.

2. Impromptu

  • Description: Unrehearsed and spontaneous speaking.

  • Situations: Unexpected speaking opportunities like interviews or first day of school.

3. Manuscript

  • Description: Planned, rehearsed speech read from a written script.

  • Situations: Newscasting or legal proceedings.

4. Memorized

  • Description: Fully rehearsed speech recited from memory.

  • Situations: Stage performance or declamation tasks.

Page 5: Characteristics of a Good Speech

  • Effective Communication:

    • Speech should be clear, precise, and easily understood by the audience.

  • Delivery Quality:

    • Unbiased and unemotional delivery to maintain audience engagement with the main theme.

  • Audience Participation:

    • Ensure engagement through effective listening and interaction.

Page 6: How to Write an Effective Speech

  1. Introduction: Self-introduction.

  2. Opening Statement: Create a compelling opening.

  3. Structure: Organize the speech logically.

  4. Paragraphs: Start each paragraph with a topic sentence.

  5. Personal Touch: Use first-person narratives and anecdotes.

  6. Rhetorical Questions: Engage the audience.

  7. Emotive Language & Figurative Language: Enhance the emotional connection.

  8. Contrast & Repetition: Make key points memorable.

  9. Focus on Topic: Stay on message throughout the speech.

Page 7: The Structure of Your Speech

  • Three Main Parts of a Speech:

    1. Opening: Introduce the topic.

    2. Body: Present the main content and arguments.

    3. Conclusion: Summarize the message and reinforce the key points.

Page 8: How to Effectively Deliver a Speech

  • Nerves Management:

    • Avoid displaying signs of nervousness.

  • Body Language:

    • Develop positive and engaging body language.

  • Gesticulation:

    • Use hand movements to enhance communication.

  • Eye Contact:

    • Engage the audience through visual contact.