Speech 2: Podcast
Preparing Your Speech
Tip for Success: Take your time! It’s a good idea to wait for the grader’s feedback on your previous speech before beginning this project. Use their feedback to make three or four improvements on this speech for a better chance of success.
Use the following procedure to complete this assignment:
1. Search the Internet for a website on a topic that interests you or on one with which you’re familiar.
2. Determine the topic for the podcast you’ll develop.
3. If necessary, gather information on your topic. If you use outside sources, be sure to give them credit in your speech.
4. Make a list of the main points you want to address.
5. Write your thesis statement.
6. Choose an organizational pattern, and then outline the main points and subpoints of your speech. To ensure that the audience can make the most sense of your speech, you should choose from one of these four organizational patterns:
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Time sequence: Ordering your speech chronologically
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Narrative order: Using a series of stories that contribute to making a point
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Topical order: Presenting your material in general terms and then following that with more and more specific topics
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Reasoning: Using a logical approach or presenting information in a format that says, “If this, then that.”
7. Create a strong introduction and conclusion.
8. Prepare
at least two presentation aids to use during your speech. Audio/video aids shouldn’t be longer than 30 seconds for a 5-minute speech.
9. Practice your speech in front of some friends or relatives. Ask them for feedback on your presentation. If necessary, revise your speech based on the input you receive.
Recording Your Speech
Once you’ve reached the point that you’re satisfied with your delivery, record the speech.
1. Begin the recording by reading the following sentences. (Fill in the blanks as you read.)
The website for which I’m preparing this podcast is _______ (give URL). The organizational pattern I’ve chosen is _______ (time order, narrative order, topic order, or logical reasons order).
