Public Speaking Midterm: Chapter 11: Outlining Your Speech

• How do you create a reference page?

Does not include sources foundering research but sources quoted in speech. -Include full citation for each source in APA -REmains ethical obligation to properly attribute all information that comes from research sources; each time such information is used in your outline..must identify the source

• What elements should you include on a speaking outline?

Keep it brief, using only keywords or brief phrases. Use the same structure as the working outline Keep all points to two or three words. Write the citation information you use for evidence. Include words that are difficult to remember or pronounce. Include reminders (in brackets) for each transition. Add delivery notes in the margins, such as "Slow down." or "Look up." In most public speaking situations, extemporaneous speaking gives the best results. Extemporaneous speaking uses a limited number of notes, therefore, it is best to speak from a speaking outline.

• Know the terms on Speak Up's page 333.

VOCAB

• What are the two types of outlines?

1. The Working Outline = A working outline helps you plan and prepare. Detailed preparation outline: contains all points written out in full sentences or detailed phrases illustrates hierarchy of ideas in your speech used when first organizing and rehearsing your presentation 2. The Speaking Outline = A speaking outline is used for the extemporaneous delivery of your speech. This brief outline: reminds you of your presentation's structure provides key ideas provides delivery guidelines to use during speech

• In what situations are each appropriate?

1. Working: Used to craft your speech 2. Speaking: Use when actually deliver your speech

Delivery Reminder

notes to remind self to handle any speaking challenges: "Slow Down, Look Up, Etc."

• What are the three sections of a working outline?

1. Outlining the Body of Speech: Use Proper Labeling and Indentation: Start each main point in left of margin and indicate new main point with roman numeral. Labels points with capital letters. If you develop subpoint further use arabic neutrals and indent subpoenas another step beneath the subpoint they support -Use Full Sentences or Detailed Phrases Express in complete sentences and detailed phrases (Your working outline should be detailed enough that another person could give your speech by looking from it). -Check for Subordination: Be careful that each subpoint is relevant to the main point its supposed to support and that each sub-point is relevant to the main point its supposed to support. -Include Full Information for Citations, Quotations, and Other Evidence: Need to include all information about the source of your evidence ( author: qualifications etc.) -Insert Transitions: sentences that indicate you are moving from one part of your speech tho another 2. Outlining your introduction: I. Attention Getter II. Thesis Statement III. Relevance of Topic for audience IV. Speakers credibility V. Preview of main points Each of these five elements should be expressed in complete sentences or detailed phrase. 3. Outlining Your Conclusion: DO the same thing for conclusion as done for introduction. -Conclusion should end speech on a strong note -Open with summary of main points and a clincher I. Summary of Main Points II. Clincher

• What elements should you include on a working outline?

Inserting the title, specific purpose, and thesis = Add these details at the top of your working outline, if assigned. Including these can help develop main and supporting points. Tip: Use your outline to plan and practice your speech. Tip: The more detailed your working outline is, the easier it will be to detect and correct flaws in your organization.