1. Defining Communication Theories Cognitive Dissonance Theory Cognitive Dissonance Theory argues that the experience of dissonance (or incompatible beliefs and actions) is aversive and people are highly motivated to avoid it. In their efforts to avoid feelings of dissonance‚ people will avoid hearing views that oppose their own‚ change their beliefs to match their actions‚ and seek reassurance after making a difficult decision. Communication Accommodation Theory This theoretical perspective examines
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interview or an important talk with a friend‚ do you ever ask yourself “why did I shake his hand” or “I should have spoken more clearly and slowed down?” After watching Amy Cuddy Your body language shapes who you are‚ I believe the main purpose of the speech was to teach people a valuable tool while interacting with others. She emphasizes a lot about the way you present yourself and even the choice of posture you choose. While interacting with others‚ people gather personal opinions of you when they are
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Graduation speech Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi Wa Barakat uh Good evening distinguished guests‚ mothers‚ sisters‚ grandmothers‚ friends‚ teachers‚ our beloved admin‚ and‚ of course‚ last but not least the beautiful‚ amazing‚ guests of honor also known as the senior graduates of 2016. Welcome to the graduation ceremony for the graduating class of 2016. I am proud to be representing the voices of my fellow seniors on this final day of our high school career. And I am sure the lot of us would truly
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Ms. Lindsey 2014-2015 Speech Syllabus Hello students! We are going to have a great semester in Speech! This syllabus is to provide you with some guidance into how I expect the class to go during your time this semester. Below are my expectations for this course. It is a required course and you cannot graduate without passing this class. I hope you all do your best and work hard! According to national surveys‚ fear of public speaking ranks among Americans’ top dreads‚ surpassing fear of illness
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address’ in numerous emerging and developed economies. The challenge of corruption is not simply one for governments to address: in many of the markets surveyed‚ corruption also ranks as a top-five challenge for business to address. In the UK‚ for example‚ corruption is regarded as the sixth most important issue for the country‚ but the third most pressing issue for business to address after job creation and economic growth. The prominence of corruption suggests that the concept may have evolved in
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College graduates are increasingly being asked to give presentations as part of their job interviews • Internet & other technologies has not reduced the need for pubic speaking The tradition of public speaking • Oldest handbook on effective speech was written on papyrus in Egypt 4‚500yrs ago. • Eloquence was highly prized in ancient India‚ Africa & china as well as Aztecs and other pre-European cultures of north & south America • Greece and Rome essential role in education & life • Aristotle’s
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considered absences. Participation: MANDATORY. Completion of all On Line work and participation in all classroom activities are necessary to pass the class Make-up speeches cannot be allowed: Time scheduling is too constricted to allow it. Speech outlines will NOT be accepted late. All major speeches must be completed on the scheduled day‚ to pass this class. Assignments: All other assignments must be on time to get full credit. Plagiarism: Policies on cheating and plagiarism will
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come back in a few days to give our vivas and 8th sem exams. But then I guess we have to make do with what we have‚ and I’m happy that I got a chance to speak to all my friends from college on this occasion I think that a farewell speech is probably the ONLY speech where students actually listen to the speaker (well I am hoping at least that is the case right now!) Now that I have your undivided attention‚ let me share a few experiences I had during the past 4 years of my life in K.J Somaiya
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My eighty-three year old Uncle Mike was a prime example of why getting an education is important. He only had about an eighth grade education and virtually no Biblical knowledge. Because of his limitations‚ he was never able to make a decent living throughout his life. He also had no knowledge of who
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for organ and tissue recipients are growing‚ while potential donors choose not to donate as a result of myths surrounding the donation process. Intro I. Organ and tissue donation are issues personal to me. A. [personal example] B. [personal example] II. Demand for donor organs already outnumbers the registered donors‚ yet this demand grows everyday. III. Myths about the organ donation process deter many eligible donors from registration. Body • (TR) I would
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