Introductory reflection Speech feedback and Outlining Group project An effective way to develop your speech writing/delivery skills is to evaluate your performance. In an essay format, answer the following: ◦ What do you feel are three elements of your speech that you did well, or that you accomplished? Explain. ◦ What are three elements of your speech that you want to develop, or do better, for your upcoming speech? Explain. ◦ How do you feel outlining will help you in for your upcoming speech? An outline helps you to organize your thoughts in a logical sequence I. Psychological problems from eating disorders. A. Anorexia B. Bulimia Why not write a word-for-word script and use it to deliver a speech? Too many words Temptation to read BORING Advantages of an outline An outline helps you see structure and the relationship of ideas An outline is streamlined Step 1: Create an outline I. Guard against online thieves. A. Install security software. B. Shop only on secure Web sites. C. Never open e-mail attachments sent by strangers. Step 2: Prepare speaking notes Step 3: Deliver the speech Chose an outline format Topic Complete-Sentence I. Job hunting A. Career counselor B. Answering machine C. Inform others I. You can enhance your chances of finding a job. A. Consult a career counselor. B. Invest in an answering machine to record messages from prospective employers. C. Tell friends and colleagues to let you know if they hear of good possibilities. Use standard subdivisions I. A. B. 1. 2. a. b. II. Avoid single subdivisions I. WRONG: A. 1. 2. II. Title General Purpose Specific Purpose Central Idea Objectives Introduction Transition Body Transition Conclusion Bibliography Visual Aids Documentation Main points, with transitions between each main point Outline Activity Present a 5-minute "orientation" for incoming freshmen students Help the incoming freshmen avoid problems and have a positive experience as they enter Lake-Sumter State College 1. Brainstorm a list of all the topics or types of information you might include in this document. 2. Divide the presentation amongst the group and each member create their portion of the outline 3. Follow the principles of outlining, and write appropriate headings for each of the outline's main sections Each person will submit an outline, be prepared to present your speech as a group