The Art of Public Speaking Chapter 7

Research Interview

An interview conducted to gather information for a speech.

Sponsoring Organization

An organization that, in the absence of a clearly identified author, is responsible for the content of a document on the internet.

Why is the Preliminary Bib helpful when researching a speech?

Since you usually gather 15 to 20 works, you will find it easy to pic and choose the top 7 or 8 to use.

Reference Work

A work that synthesizes a large amount of related information for easy access by researchers.

What are the 3 criteria for evaluating the soundness of research materials that you find on the Internet?

1. Authorship 2. Sponsorship 3. Recency

What are the 3 stages of a research interview? What should you do in each stage to help ensure a successful interview?

1. Before the interview -Figure out your purpose -Decide who to interview -Arrange the interview -Decide to record the interview -Prepare questions 2. During the interview -Dress appropriately and be on time -Repeat the purpose on the interview -Set up the recorder, if used -Keep the interview on track -Listen carefully -Don't overstay your welcome 3. After the interview -Review your notes ASAP -Transcribe your notes

Why is it important to start your speech research early?

1. Ensures time to find resources. 2. Gives time to think about what you find. 3. More time you have more all pieces fit.

What are 5 resources for finding what you need in a library?

1. Librarians 2. The Catalogue 3. Reference Works 4. Newspapers and Periodical Databases 5. Academic Databases

What 4 things should you do to take research notes efficiently?

1. Take plenty of notes 2. Record notes in a consistant format 3. Make a separate entry for each note 4. Distinguish among direct quotations, paraphrases and your own ideas

Academic Database

A database that catalogues articles from scholarly journals.

Preliminary Bibliography

A list compiled early in the research process of works that look as if they might contain helpful information about a speech topic.

Catalogue

A listing of all the books, periodicals, and other resources owned by a library.

Call Number

A number used in libraries to classify books and periodicals and to indicate where they can be found on the shelves.

Newspaper and Periodical Database

A research aid that catalogues articles from a large number of magazines, journals, and newspapers.

Virtual Library

A search engine that combines internet technology with traditional library methods of cataloguing and assessing data.

Abstract

A summary of a magazine or journal article, written by someone other than the original author.

Why is it important to draw on your own knowledge and experience when gathering material for your speeches?

We speak best about subjects with which we are familiar. Supplementing speeches with personal touch can really bring the speech to life.