Communication Unit 5

When you start removing details that are unimportant in a visual aid, what criteria for visual aids are you applying? Select all that apply

Be focused. Keep it simple.

photograph

best used with slide or LCD projector

We will examine five of the most commonly used organizational patterns:

chronological topical spatial cause and effect problem and solution

overhead transparency

combines the enlarging ability of a slide projector with the flexibility of a whiteboard

flip chart

flexible, portable tool for brainstorming

Entertain?

give toasts present keynote speaker accept an award announce special occasions tell a story

Which of the following are the structural elements that a skeleton outline should contain?

introduction thesis preview body transitions conclusion

A keyword outline on note cards may include the full text of which of the following?

introduction transitions quotations statistics conclusion

should sound like speaking, not writing

language

should adjust to physical setting and size of audience

movement

graph

translates numbers into pictures

whiteboard

useful for creating visual aids as the speech progresses

should raise and lower to match the message

vocal pitch

is influenced by breathing

volume

If you had to present in a standard classroom without electronic equipment available, what other forms of media might be appropriate? Select all that apply.

whiteboard flip chart photographs

Testimonies include expert opinions and literary quotations. There are four guidelines for using testimonies:

(1) identify sources, (2) only cite authorities who are qualified to speak on a particular topic, (3) cite authorities who are significant to the audience, and (4) be accurate.

In order to effectively present statistics, however, speakers should abide by four guidelines:

(1) limit the number of statistics used; (2) select reliable statistics; (3) state statistics in a meaningful, creative way; and (4) round off each statistic to the nearest whole number.

When crafting a conclusion, a speaker might want to consider using several techniques:

Link back to the introduction. Issue an appeal to action Use a quotation

When you use design ideas to make a visual aid professional looking, what criteria for visual aids are you applying? Select all that apply.

Make it attractive

Which of the following are good guidelines for working in a group?

NONE OF THE ABOVE The group leader should be responsible for developing the outline. Conflict should be avoided. The work should be divided evenly.

Getting an audience's attention may be accomplished by one of four effective methods:

Refer to the audience or the occasion. Tell an interesting or humorous story. The story should be short, relevant, and moving Cite a startling fact or statistic. Ask a question

Which of the following might a speaker do in a speech meant to persuade? Select all that apply.

Share beliefs. Encourage action. Convince voters.

Why is it important to listen critically to a speech?

So you are not convinced or deceived into believing or doing something you would not normally do.

Asking the following questions will help a listener to critically analyze a speech:

Topic Is the topic narrow enough to be effectively covered? Does the speaker project interest in the topic? Look for excitement and depth of information. Does the speaker clearly introduce the topic? Audience Is the topic appropriate for the audience? Does the audience seem interested in the topic and/or speaker? Look for active listening behavior: eye contact, attentiveness, nodding, and facial expressions. Evidence Is the speaker's choice of evidence appropriate (i.e., does the speaker cite relevant statistics, quotations, etc.)? How is each point supported? Is the evidence sufficient? Upon what kind of sources is the speaker's evidence based? Are they reliable? Biased? Sound?

How can practicing a speech help a speaker be more effective when giving the speech? Give at least two reasons.

Will help the speaker be more confident, will improve the speaker's command of information.

When participating in a group presentation, follow these guidelines:

Work together every step of the way. Deal with conflict productively Divide the work appropriately. Choose the appropriate presentation format. Rehearse the presentation. Utilize communication skills.

model

a miniaturized replica of an object

object

a tangible way to illustrate a point`

slides

allows photographs, charts, and graphs to be easily enlarged

should match that of the audience

dress

If you were giving a speech organized in a topical pattern, at what point would you discuss a topic that you wanted to especially emphasize?

end

There are four main ways to deliver a speech. Each has its advantages and disadvantages. The four methods are:

extemporaneous impromptu manuscript memorized

helps listeners pay attention

eye contact

should be consistent with message

facial expressions

Identify the five different audience types.

pedestrian passive selected concerted organized

is dictated by the degree of formality of the setting

posture

handout

provides a way for audience members to remember and further consider ideas after a speech is finished

Which of the following are good ways to rehearse an extemporaneous speech?

recording your speech while presenting with only speaking notes

should adjust to audience feedback and message content

speaking rate

Four key types of supporting material assist speakers and researchers in developing credibility for their topics:

statistics testimonies illustrations explanations

chart

summarizes facts or statistics

Inform?

teach skills, concepts correct misconceptions announce products/changes increase knowledge outside of educational settings

Which of the following are types of supporting materials?

testimonials illustrations explanations