SPEECH OF INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this speech is to introduce yourself to the class. You will explain two (2) objects

that represent some part of your life, personality, or that give us insight into who you are.

These items can be the actual object or a representation of that object if you cannot bring the

actual object to class. Be creative and pick objects that show us something that we would not

normally know about you. Have fun with this assignment and be imaginative and resourceful

with how you wish to share YOU with our class.

It should be a

3 minute speech

that will be timed, and it is worth

50 points

. You will also turn

in

an outline

before your speech which is also worth

50 points

.

You should have an introduction, two main points, transitions, and a conclusion. You must

bring in the two items with you as presentation aids to class (please avoid alcohol, drugs,

weapons, animals). You should dress professionally/appropriately (your clothes should NOT

distract from your presentation). You may prepare a note card but do not read off of it.

Practice with your objects and note card to get comfortable. You may NOT write out your

speech and read it off a paper. You will be graded on the format of your speech (introduction,

body, transitions, and conclusion), and I will grade your content (main points are clear, good

explanation of objects, original attention gainer, shows creativity, etc.). Finally, you will be

graded on your delivery and how you present your information (eye contact, use of voice,

gestures, movement, etc). For this speech, you will not be required to conduct library research.

Every speech that you present should have certain elements and properties. I expect that your

speeches will have an Introduction, Main Points, Transitions, and a Conclusion. For this speech,

your Introduction should have 1) an Attention Gainer, 2) a Thesis Statement, and 3) a Preview

of your Main Points. Your thesis can be creative or as simple as “Today, I will present two

objects that represent me, my personality, and my values.” You must have some form of

transitions between your main points (“I would now like to present my second object which

highlights my nerdy side.”) Lastly, your conclusion should 1) Restate your Thesis Statement, 2)

Review your Main Points, and 3) provide the audience with a Reason to Remember you.

In this presentation, you will learn the following Student Learning Objectives:

1. Choose and narrow a topic appropriately for this audience.

2. Generate a well-reasoned argument for this occasion.

3. Create content formatted to an approved organizational pattern appropriate to time

and purpose.

4. To demonstrate effective vocal variety and nonverbal communication (gestures and

movement) skills.

5. To create a connection with the audience through competent eye contact.

6. To demonstrate confidence and energy throughout the presentation.

7. To utilize appropriate language for the purpose and audience.

8. To effectively adapt to various public speaking situations and circumstances.

9. To gain public speaking experience with effective use of presentation aids.

10. To make connections between the material and your own lives and experiences.

The grade sheet of how you will be evaluated is also on BB. Be sure to review that sheet to gain

insight into how you will be graded on this speech.