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Communication Process
Expected Speeches for the Year
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All about Me or Collage Speech or Partner Speech20 points
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Prompt speech-35 points
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5-7 facts about you.
Describe your likes, dislikes, interests, hobbies, favorites, hopes
and dreams. 30+ seconds
Chose a prompt or make up your own
1-2 minutes
Memorized
News Article Speech- 50 points
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Printed article
2 main pts
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(Article summary,
comment on issue)
1:30-2 minutes
1 cited source
Visual Aide (poster or 1 PowerPoint slide)
Memorized
Speeches Continued
4. Song Speech (formative) 100
 3 main points
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T-step
Background, accomplishments, choice
2 cited sources
2-3 minutes
Memorized
Visual aide (3 slides)
5. Impromptus
These will be done throughout the semester
6. Advertising Presentation (100)
1-2 minutes
Final
7. Persuasive Speech (200+ pts summative)
4-6 minutes
3 main points: Supporting a thesis
Memorized
PowerPoint (various visual aides)
T-step
3 cited sources
Nerves: Day 2
What Good Are They?
Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of
fear. Mark Twain
Class Discussion
Walk through how to log a journal
Journal # 1: Stage Fright
Create Personal Collage
Present Collage
Stage Fright
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Class Discussion: Stage fright
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Create Personal Collage
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# 1: Stage Fright
Write 5-7 items you are going to discuss
Present Collage
Journal #1: Stage Fright
Class discussion
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happens when you get nervous?
might you control your nerves?
All About Me
1st graded assignment: 20pts
5-7 Facts
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Likes
Interests: games, music, activities, movies
Hobbies
Future plans
Family
Quirks
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Be Positive and Nice to each other!
Write out in complete sentences.
Practice out loud.
You cannot take your paper up there!
Journal # 1: Stage Fright
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Immediately after you present your collage speech you
will answer the following questions in their journal.
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How do you think you did?
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What funny things (stage fright) did you experience when you
were up presenting? Ex. Shaking, short of breath, flushed face
Top Ten Human Fears -
Presenting is Number
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Speaking before a Group
Heights
Insects and bugs
Financial problems
Deep water
Sickness
Death
Flying
Loneliness
Dogs
As Jay Leno quipped,
“I guess we’d rather
be in the casket than
delivering the
eulogy.”
Notes: How to calm your nerves
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Take Deep breaths
Practice, Practice, Practice
Squeeze hands together and release
Work hard on your introduction and conclusion
Research shows that a speaker’s anxiety level begins to drop after
30-60 seconds
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Acquire speaking experience
Think positively/ Visualization
Know: most stage fright is not visible
Don’t expect perfection (you are not a robot)
What is Communication
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Journal # 2: Communication?
Notes: Definition/Comm. Model
Notes: 4 types of communication
Ticket out the door
Journal # 2: Communication
Quote: Communication - the human connection - is the key
to personal and career success.
Paul J. Meyer
What is communication?
Communication Definition
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Communication- two way process that sends messages,
thoughts and ideas between two or more beings.
Key to true communication: Feedback
Communication Model Notes
On Transparency
Communication Model
Communication Process
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Sender
Message
Channel
Receiver
Feedback
Interference
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2 types
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Internal
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external
Situation
4 types of communication
 Verbal-
must hear it
 Written- must read it
 Nonverbal- (5 types)
 Symbolic- major significance
4 types of Communication
1.Verbaltalking, yelling, phone call, asking a question, Radio, television,
music
2. Nonverbalgestures, clothing, facial expressions, cars, dancing, pictures
3. Writtennewspaper, magazine, books, notes, letters, billboards,
posters, email, text messages, internet sites etc.
4. Symboliccross, statue of Liberty, American Flag, Eagle
Day 4: Nonverbal Communication
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Journal # 3: Expectations
Notes:
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Stoplight
5 types of nonverbal communication
Nonverbal PowerPoint
Journal 3: Expectations
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2 columns on your paper
List the top five characteristics of each
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Label column 1
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Label column 2
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Ineffective public speaker
Effective characteristics
Identify
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Identify 3 aspects of speech making that you want to
improve.
Things you should always, sometimes, and
never do as a public speaker.
Always
Sometimes
Never
Be Prepared
Use Note cards Fidget
Be Confident
Use visual
aides
Say it like you
mean it.
Use movement Chew gum
Dress
appropriately
Use humor
Swear
Eye Contact
Use handouts
Offend your
audience
Look Sloppy
Things to remember
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Don’t walk in front of someone when they are speaking!
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Before entering wait for applause.
Communication
1. Body Language- movement or posture that sends
a message.
EX. T-step, Posture
2. Facial expressions: uses facial features and
movements to express messages, thoughts and ideas.
(Smile)
3. Gestures- hands : hands at your sides, NATURAL
4. Vocal Expression- the sound or expression in
someone’s voice.
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Vocal Variation not monotone
5. Style- clothing, hairstyle, jewelry, and the objects you
carry. *Professional Attire*
1. Body Language
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Natural
Stance/Posture
Stage Movement (T-Step)
Move during transitions
 Between main points
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Tips:
 MOVE ON PURPOSE
 Practice your movement
2. Facial Expressions
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What facial expression is most appropriate for public
speaking?
SMILE
3. Gestures
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Move hands/arms naturally
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Not TOO BIG
Not TOO Small
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Vocal Expression
•Know how to control vocal delivery.
o Volume
o Pauses
o Vocal variety
o Pronunciation and articulation
• Use your voice to emphasize important
points and show enthusiasm
Words to remember
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Monotone
Enunciate
Stress
Conversational
Pausing
5. STYLE
 Attire=Clothing Choice
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What image are you communicating to your audience about yourself?
Formal= Tuxedo, Suit and tie, Gown, Dress
Semi-Formal= Khakis, dress pants, skirts, polo shirt, tie no jacket
Casual= Jeans, t-Shirt, tennis shoes
What is appropriate attire for public
speaking?
Dress For Success
West Student Attire for Speeches
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No hoodies!
Polo (undershirt doesn’t show)
Make sure your pants are business professional.
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Skinny Jeans (NO)
Shoes
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Make sure you are making a good first impression
J4: Speakers
Activity: Speakers to Remember
MLK: I have a dream
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Ashton Kutcher
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College Student
Pay attention to these aspects:
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Volume
Pausing
Vocal Variety
Articulation
Conversational
Nonverbal: Eye Contact, gestures, movement
Answer: Why is this person a good speaker? Apply the terms
from above. Write 2-3 complete sentences
Journal #5: Prompt speech
Requirements
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Choose a prompt
Write out speech (will turn in script)
Practiced speech (no script)
1-2 minutes
Present speech (recorded)
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35 pts
Must complete self evaluation to earn full points
10pts
TOTAL 45 pts
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Prompt List----see paper
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When I grow up…
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I would never….
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An important lesson that I have learned (from
someone)….
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A positive event that changed my life…
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The decision I regret the most…
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A moment when you did something that
required a lot of courage…
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A historical fact that impressed you..
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The happiest memory was….
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My biggest fears are….
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If I had enough money I would……
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The most important thing/s in my life are..
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True happiness is only found when….
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If I could change one thing about the world I
would…
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If you could be a superhero who would you be
and why? What powers would you have?
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Does money bring happiness?
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Who is your hero? Why?
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Describe your life.
If you could travel anywhere in the world,
where would you go? What specific things
would you want to see and do?
What is your dream job? Why?
What was your best vacation? Where did you
go? What did you do?
What was your most frightening experience?
What is your favorite family tradition
What has been the best day of your life? Why?
What does success mean to you?
Would you rather be a musician or a movie
star? Why what kind of artist would you be?
I am proud…..
I (do/don’t) think money brings happiness
because……
Time travel: pros and cons
Prompt Speech
Introduction:
How are you going to start? Try to get our attention
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Main idea 1: required
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Main idea 2: required
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Details
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Main idea 3????(optional)
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Details
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Conclusion
Review: need to have a concluding statement
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Prompt Speech Readiness
Requirements/Rubric
Pick 2 prompts: Pair n share
Journal #6: Self Evaluation:
Write in complete sentences
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What happened with your nerves for this speech?
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What will you do differently for your next speech?
Discuss 3 things.
Collect Journals
Turn in journals 1-6
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1: Stage Fright
2: What is Communication
3: Expectations
4: Speakers
5: Prompt Speech Requirements
6: Self Evaluation