Informative Speech

Prepare an informative speech from five to seven (5-7) minutes in length that will be videotaped. You are responsible for bringing a VHS tape to class on the day of your presentation. This informative speech can be about an object, an event, or a concept. Visual aids are optional.

On the day of your speech, submit a full-sentence preparation outline to me before your presentation. The body of your speech should have three or four main points with an attention getting introduction and a memorable conclusion.

You must verbally cite three sources during your presentation and list that source material in your bibliography. Plan to use 4x6 note cards and deliver your remarks extemporaneously.

Personalize your presentation, engage your audience, and speak about a challenging topic.

For this speech, concentrate on the following: staying within the time limits of the assignment; using transitions/connectives for each main point; establishing strong eye contact; avoiding distracting mannerisms; using appropriate language and examples; and selecting a challenging topic.

This assignment is worth fifty-points (50) for the speech and five (5) points for the outline for a total of fifty-five (55) points.

In order to avoid duplication of topics, please e-mail the instructor your selected topic by midnight, November 9, 2009. Five points will be deducted for late topic submissions. Informative speeches start on Wednesday, November 11, 2009.

After observing your video taped informative speech, submit a self-critique (essay format) of your presentation within seven days following your presentation. This critique should be typed, double-spaced, and two pages in length.

This self-critique is worth ten-(10) points. Refer to this Web site for the self-critique informative speech assignment.