Intro Speech 100 Midterm 1
Introductory & Informative Unit
1. Identify the major similarities and differences between public speaking and everyday conversation. Similarities | Differences | ~ Logical organization of thoughts (Message organized by a speaker)~ Tailoring your message to your audience (explain something differently to a child than you would to a grandparent, or a peer)~ Telling stories/relaying information for maximum impact (Build up, adjustment to punch line)~ Adapting to listener feedback (react to verbal, facial, and physical responses from listeners) | ~ P.S is more structured (time limitations, one-sided, less conversational; requires planning & preparation)~ P.S requires more formal language (elevated, polished, special language, no slang)~ P.S requires a different method of delivery (avoiding vocalized pauses or “clutter” words: great control over mannerism; vocal adjustment) |
2. Discuss methods of controlling nervousness and making it work for, rather than against, the speaker 1. Acquire speaking experience (make it less of an “unknown”; improve via trial and error) 2. Prepare, prepare, prepare (increases confidence, knowledge) 3. Think positively (convert negative thoughts to positive ones) 4. Visualize (create positive mental images) 5. Know that most nervousness is not visible 6. Don’t expect perfection (it’s an act of communication, not a performance; minor errors often unnoticed)
3. Identify and discuss the basic elements of the speech communication process 1. Speaker: the person presenting an oral message to a listener. 2. Message: whatever a speaker communicates to someone else a. Includes intended as well as actual message; goal is for them to be the same 3. Channel: means by which message is communicated (in-person, telephone; multiple channels for different audiences) 4. Listener: the person who receives the speaker’s message b. Importance of listener frame of reference – tailor your
1. Identify the major similarities and differences between public speaking and everyday conversation. Similarities | Differences | ~ Logical organization of thoughts (Message organized by a speaker)~ Tailoring your message to your audience (explain something differently to a child than you would to a grandparent, or a peer)~ Telling stories/relaying information for maximum impact (Build up, adjustment to punch line)~ Adapting to listener feedback (react to verbal, facial, and physical responses from listeners) | ~ P.S is more structured (time limitations, one-sided, less conversational; requires planning & preparation)~ P.S requires more formal language (elevated, polished, special language, no slang)~ P.S requires a different method of delivery (avoiding vocalized pauses or “clutter” words: great control over mannerism; vocal adjustment) |
2. Discuss methods of controlling nervousness and making it work for, rather than against, the speaker 1. Acquire speaking experience (make it less of an “unknown”; improve via trial and error) 2. Prepare, prepare, prepare (increases confidence, knowledge) 3. Think positively (convert negative thoughts to positive ones) 4. Visualize (create positive mental images) 5. Know that most nervousness is not visible 6. Don’t expect perfection (it’s an act of communication, not a performance; minor errors often unnoticed)
3. Identify and discuss the basic elements of the speech communication process 1. Speaker: the person presenting an oral message to a listener. 2. Message: whatever a speaker communicates to someone else a. Includes intended as well as actual message; goal is for them to be the same 3. Channel: means by which message is communicated (in-person, telephone; multiple channels for different audiences) 4. Listener: the person who receives the speaker’s message b. Importance of listener frame of reference – tailor your