NOTE: If missed, this assignment cannot be made up.
Objective: Research, write and rehearse a structured persuasive speech that demonstrates effective public speaking techniques. Much like a persuasive essay, your speech must contain the following:
• an introduction that conveys your position or stance on a social issue
• research to back up your claim ( 3 main supporting points+ research from 5 varied reliable sources + PowerPoint slides
• a conclusion
Any detection of plagiarism or the use of AI will result in a grade of 0 on the assignment and that includes the outline submission.
Please note: make sure that you speak for no less than 5 minutes and no more than 6 minutes. You will be timed, and be asked to finish immediately if your speech exceeds the allotted time. There will -.15 grade deduction for every 15 seconds you go over or under
THE PREPARATION:
1. Sign up for your Persuasive Speech topic by Week 9 at midnight. A list of the Speech Topics can be found in the Assignments Folder. Choose a topic from this list (posted in the Assignment #4 Persuasive Speechfolder). If you would prefer to choose your own topic, you must have it approved by the Professor first, and get approval for your own topic by week 9 before midnight. Your topic must address a social issue—a social issue is defined as a controversial issue that relates to people’s personal lives and interactions. Students cannot present on a topic that has been selected by another student, so you need to sign up quickly as once a topic has been signed up for it is taken off the list of choices. Failure toattend and/or sign-up for your presentation means that you will not be permitted to present in week 13.
Speech Topic Sign Up Sheet: The sign up sheet can be found in the course menu bar under the tab titled Speech Topic Sign Up Sheet. You will need to fill it in with your name the # next to the topic as indicated on the list of topics and the full speech topic title.
Example: May Eid #1 The Ontario government made the right decision in legalizing Casino Gambling
2. This is a formal presentation that will require in-depth research. Besides the Internet, be sure to visit the library website to look up books, e-books, articles on online databases, etc. You are required to use statistics/data for a specific context . You must use AT LEAST five different credible sources that you will cite correctly in your speech(use the same guidelines that were required in your What Bothers Youpresentation). All the research to support your arguments must appear on the Complete Speaking Notes Template that you submit to me on the day you present- a template for the Speaking Notes can be found in the Assignment #4 folder. You will need to prepare and submit a Reference Page along with the Speaking Notes. You must use APA format for your References page. Be sure to follow the proper conventions for listing and citing your sources so as to avoid deductions.
Here is the link for the APA guidelines:
APA Citation Style – 7th ed. – Citing Sources – Research Guides at George Brown College
How to cite during your presentation
What follows are examples of how to cite various sources in your speech. In other words, this is what you would actually say in your presentation.
For a website: According to the Statistics Canada website on January 4, 2011, rates of drinking and driving have increased by 10% in the last ten years. When you are citing a source in your speech, you need to name the source (website, author, expert, book title, etc.) and the date on which it was published.
For a book: The veterinarian, Darvinder Singh says in his book Dogs and the People That Love Them, that dogs are “highly sensitive creatures with amazing memories.”
For a TV Show: According the foremost and famous health expert, Dr. Oz, on an episode of Oprah in April 2010, Quinoa is a super food because of its high levels of protein and essential nutrients.
For a Magazine: On October 21, 2011, Maclean’s Magazine interviewed the prominent Canadian AIDS activist, Stephen Lewis and he said that “there is no greater health issue in the world rightnow.”
3. You must include suitable visual aids in this speech. Because the speech is only 5- 6 minutes long, the use of video will not be permitted—after all, we’re interested in what it is you have to say. Be creative with your use of visual aids. If you are planning to show photographs, charts, etc. please be sure they are large enough to be seen on yours slides. (5-6 slides,one being the slide with your references)
4. Make sure your speech is well organized with an introduction, body, and conclusion. Use the speech checklist (attached) to ensure that you have all of the components of the speech prepared. Refer to the speech outline sample/exemplar to make sure your speech (and notes) are in the appropriate format.
4. In Week 10, you are required to submit a full speech outline following the template provided on Brightspace . You will receive feedback and a grade out of 5 on your outline. You can also exchange your outline with a peer for feedback. Failure to follow the outline for your submission will result in 5 marks off the final speech.
5. In week 13- all students must submit the following to Brightspace by 9:00 am the day of class to avoid deductions
• Complete Speaking Notes Template (containing all citations that you will verbally articulate during speech)
• Powerpoint slides
• Reference Page
Failure to submit each of the 3 documents listed above in week 13 will result in deductions per document on the assignment.
The completed Speaking Notes Template must reflect all the citations that you will verbally articulate during the delivery of your speech.
FINAL TIPS
You should prepare for your presentation by rehearsing. Practice by saying your speech OUT LOUD at least 10 times in front of a friend or family member (send one another a meeting link, or use facetime or any other platform to practice) . Be sure to employ strategies for rehearsing, such as: videotaping/tape recording your presentation, practicing in front of the mirror etc.
Continue to practice your speech for the week leading up to your presentation day. The more you practice the better you will feel about the material, and this will help to control your nerves. Whatever you do, DO NOT READ YOUR SPEECH! You should use the extemporaneous method of delivery. Speak naturally to your audience. This is a performance, so like any performer, you must rehearse a great deal before the opening! Remember that we are all here to support you. WE WANT YOU TO SUCCEED. You are required to present the speech engaging in body language, hand gestures and good posture.
THE SPEECH CHECKLIST
Use the following handout as a guide for when you write your speeches. Check your speech against the criteria below. Be honest! Your full speech outline will be worth 5% of your grade and is due for peer feedback in class in Week 11.
Supporting Materials Checklist
Question
Yes
No
Are all of my claims supported by sound evidence?
Do I use sufficient evidence to convince my audience of my claims?
Is my evidence stated in specific rather than general terms?
Do I use evidence that is new to my audience?
Is my evidence from credible, unbiased sources?
Do I identify the sources of my evidence?
Is my evidence clearly linked to each point that it is meant to prove?
Do I provide evidence to answer possible objections the audience may have to my position?
Does my evidence include a mix of the three major kinds of supporting materials—statistics, examples, and testimony?
Evidence Checklist
Question
Yes
No
So I use Canadian sources, examples, statistics and testimony/opinions?
Do I use examples to make my ideas clear to my audience?
Do I use examples to personalize ideas for my audience?
Do I reinforce my hypothetical examples/illustrations with statistics or testimony?
Have I practiced the delivery of my extended examples to give them dramatic effect?
Are my statistics from reliable sources?
Do I cite the sources of my statistics?
Do I round off complicated statistics?
Do I explain my statistics and relate them to the audience?
Do I use testimony/opinion to support my ideas?
Do I use testimony/opinion from qualified sources?
Do I use testimony/opinion from unbiased sources?
Do I identify the sources of all testimony/opinion?
Main Points Checklist
Question
Yes
No
Does the body of my speech contain from two to three main points?
Are my main points organized according to one of the following methods of organization? (Check the one that applies)
Chronological order
Spatial order
Causal order
Topical order
Problem-solution order
Have I thought strategically about how to order each of my main points (by beginning and ending with most powerful examples)?
Are my main points clearly separate from one another?
As much as possible, have I used the same pattern of wording for all my main points?
Have I roughly balanced the amount of time devoted to each main point?
Is each main point backed up with strong, credible supporting materials?
Do I use connectives to make sure my audience knows when I am moving from one main point to another?
Speech Introduction Checklist
Question
Yes
No
Do I gain the attention and interest of my audience by (check the one(s) that apply):
Relating the speech topic to my audience
Startling/Arousing the curiosity of the audience
Beginning with a quotation
Telling a story
Inviting audience participation
Using audio equipment or visual aids
Beginning with humor
Do I effectively orient my audience to my topic?
If my topic is controversial, do I take steps to establish my goodwill toward the audience?
Do I establish my credibility to speak on this topic?
Do I clearly reveal thesis of my speech?
Do I provide a preview statement of the main points to be covered in the body of the speech?
Do I define any key terms that will be necessary for the audience to understand the rest of my speech?
Is the introduction limited to 10-15 percent of my entire speech length (30 – 45 seconds)?
Speech Conclusion Checklist
Question
Yes
No
Do I signal that my speech is coming to an end (“In conclusion . . .,” “Let me finish by saying . . .”, etc.)
Do I summarize my main points?
Do I restate my thesis?
Do I conclude with an effective and engaging zinger that makes my audience think deeply about this issue:
Ending with a quotation
Making a dramatic statement
Referring to the introduction (i.e. by finishing a story that was started in the introduction)
Ending with a startling statistic
Stating a call to action
Ending with a powerful quotation
Is the conclusion limited to 5-10 percent of my entire speech (15 – 30 seconds)?
Persuasive Speech Title: __________________________________________________________________________
Name: Time:Mark: /25
Introduction (Max: 5 marks)
Intro demonstrates none of the required elements
1
Intro demonstrates few of the required elements
2
Intro demonstrates some of the required elements
3
Intro demonstrates much of the required elements
4
Intro demonstrates all of the required elements
5
Opens with an attention getter (relating the speech topic to audience, stating the importance of topic, startling the audience, arousing curiosity, beginning with a quotation, telling a story, inviting audience participation, etc.,)
Effectively orients the audience to the topic: (i.e. key terms are defined in the introduction, a background on the issue is provided, if topic is controversial: speaker takes steps to establish goodwill toward the audience, etc.)
Thesis is clearly revealed and is persuasive
Speaker previews main points to be covered in the body of the speech in the thesis
Limited to 10-15 % of entire speech (30 – 45 seconds)
Visual Aids & Supporting Materials (Max: 6 marks)
Supporting material demonstrates none of the required elements
1
Supporting material demonstrates few of the required elements
3.6
Supporting material demonstrates some of the required elements
4.5
Supporting material demonstrates much of the required elements
5.10
Supporting material demonstrates all of the required elements
6
Uses appropriate and mixed verbal supports (quotations, comparisons, explanations, expert testimony, examples, illustrations, etc.) (at LEAST 5)
Evidence is:
Stated in specific rather than general terms; clearly linked to each point that it is meant to prove. Answers possible objections the audience may have to the position (anticipates the counter-argument)
Easily understandable (i.e. statistics are conveyed with clarity)
Organization: (Max: 3 marks)
No organizational elements apparent
1
Few organizational elements apparent
1.5
Some organizational elements apparent
2
Many organizational elements apparent
2.5
All organizational elements apparent
3
Has clear topic sentences
Uses suitable pattern of organization (topical, spatial, chronological, problem-solution, problem-cause-solution)
Main points clearly separated from one another
Employs transitions and connectives between ideas
Body Language & Voice (Max: 7 marks)
Speaker’s body Language and vocal delivery demonstrate none of the required elements
3
Speaker’s Body Language and vocal delivery demonstrates few of the required elements
3.5
Speaker’s body language and vocal delivery demonstrate some of the required elements
5
Speaker’s body language and vocal delivery demonstrate much of the required elements
6
Speaker’s body language and vocal delivery demonstrate all of the required elements
7
Uses the room: extends eye contact across the audience.
Voice is audible and varies for emphasis: demonstrates a variety of tone, pitch, pace, volume
Rate of delivery controlled (not too fast or too slow). Effective pace.
Absence of distracting mannerisms/gestures (playing with hair, hands in pockets, chewing gum)
Minimal use of notes (speaks extemporaneously)
Conclusion (Max: 4 marks)
Conclusion
demonstrates none of the required elements
1
Conclusion
demonstrates few of the required elements
2
Conclusion
demonstrates some of the required elements
3
Conclusion
demonstrates much of the required elements
3.5
Conclusion
demonstrates all of the required elements
4
Signals that speech is coming to an end (i.e. “In conclusion . . .”)
Restates thesis
Closes in an engaging and memorable manner: Ends with a quotation, “zinger”, refers back to the thesis (i.e. by finishing a story that was started in the introduction), ends with a startling statistic/ Stating a call to action
Conclusion is limited to 5-10% of entire speech (15 – 30 seconds)
