SP180 Principles of Public Speaking
Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be a minimum of two (2) double-spaced pages to a maximum of three (3) pages in length; refer to the "Assignment Format" page located on the Course Home page for specific format requirements.
1. Create a complete preparation outline using the outline template below.
2. Choose a topic based on a subject or subjects in which you hold strong opinions or beliefs. You may choose from the topics below, or come up with your own topic.
a. Why banning the use of cell phones while driving should be mandatory nationwide
b. What I see as the biggest challenges young adults face today
c. A topic based on a subject or subjects in which you hold strong opinions or beliefs.
Develop into an outline your chosen topic, stating all the strategic choices you have made in terms of introduction, purpose, supporting sources and materials, organizational method and conclusion.
3. Be sure to include the title of your topic at the top of the outline
4. Summarize key points of introduction, including central message and main points.
5. State the general purpose, specific purpose, and central idea clearly and in the appropriate form.
6. Limit your main points and supporting materials to no more than three, stated in complete sentences.
7. Include your sources for supporting points; links to website, books/articles citation, videos, interview clips, etc.
8. Summarize the conclusion in one statement.
9. Watch for errors in grammar and spelling.
10. Based on your submitted outline, begin writing the first draft of your speech while studying the next lesson. In Lesson 7, you will study how to write the components of