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The Persuasive Speech Course Objectives: Students will differentiate between and deliver effective informative and persuasive presentations, and: a. locate, incorporate, and document key reference materials and modern information resources b. construct a preparation outline exemplifying the organizational structural techniques of an effective speech c. demonstrate ability to analyze audiences d. identify and use appropriate presentation technologies and software, modern visual aids and graphical information in presentations e. present the speech in an extemporaneous* mode f. manage stage fright g. construct and analyze persuasive messages using logic, reasoning, and supported conclusions 1. Each student will research, outline, practice and present a 3-5 minute persuasive speech which has the goal of persuading the class to adopt a specific belief, attitude, or action. 2. When assigned, post your persuasive speech topic on the discussion board. 3. When assigned, submit your outline and video recording of your Speech in the assignment drop box in the appropriate. No late outlines will be accepted. The outline must be a full-sentence outline with the following: (There is a sample outline in the book.) a. Topic b. General Purpose c. Specific Purpose d. Thesis Statement e. Introduction f. Main Points. Make sure you have 2-4 main points. g. Conclusion h. Bibliography. You must cite at least three authoritative sources on the outline. i. Visual Aid. You must state what the visual aid is on the outline. j. Include a cover page with the following information: i. Your Name ii. Instructor’s name iii. COMM108: Foundations of Human Communication iv. Date: v. Format: vi. 8 ½” x 11” (standard letter) paper vii. Typed on computer, one-sided paper only, and submit on Blackboard. 1. Your persuasive speech must include the following: A. Create a video recording as you deliver your speech to a live audience. Speech Video Policy In this course, you will be required to video tape yourself presenting the Informative and Persuasive speeches and then uploading them to YouTube. Although YouTube is a public service, you do not need to worry about the distribution of your video, or even anyone seeing it. When you upload your video, you will mark it as "unlisted"---this means that the only people who can see your video are people you have sent the link to. Once the presentation has been graded and you have seen your score in Blackboard, you can then delete the video. The videotaping your presentations is an important part of the course, because it is the only way you can give your speech. If you find yourself uncomfortable doing this, or you are unable to videotape yourself, then it is important that you drop this course and take it in a face-to-face format where you may be more comfortable. Please understand that this video-recording policy is non-negotiable---do not wait until your speech is due to tell me that you cannot video yourself or don't have access to equipment. It is each student's responsibility to make sure he/she has access to a recording device or choose a different course. Always discuss any problems that you might have with your instructor. Your instructor will work with you, if possible and appropriate, to solve your problem with recording and uploading your speech. B. Students must stand in front of a self-selected audience of at least 3 people over the age of 12. You must show the audience either at the beginning or end of your video. Failure to meet this requirement will result in a 25% penalty. C. Dress professionally when delivering your speech. Do not wear jeans, tennis shoes, sandals, t-shirts, or a hat. If you have problems with this, please speak with your instructor right away. D. You must use at least one visual aid, cite three authoritative sources while speaking, and use the extemporaneous delivery style. Manuscripts and outlines are prohibited. Students should use several note cards to aid with delivery. E. Your speech must be 3-5 minutes long. There is a 2 point penalty per 15 seconds over or under this time limit. If your speech is under 2 minutes you will receive an additional 20 points penalty. You must practice in order to meet this time requirement. F. You must convince your audience to accept your idea or to do something. The speech can be on a value, belief, or behavior. G. Play close attention to structure and organization. H. The bibliography/reference list must include at least three different reference materials from at least two different genres (i.e. academic journals, periodicals, books, web pages, etc.) I. After you have recorded your speech, paste the link to your video in the appropriate assignment submission area in Blackboard. You have the following options to send your speeches: A re-cap of what to submit in Blackboard under the assignment drop box: 1. Outline of the speech with the evaluation form. Cut and paste the evaluation form to the outline or it can be submitted separately. If you fail to do so, you will not be able to see where you lost or received points. 2. Cut and past the link to the speech (YouTube). Remember, you can submit multiple files under the assignment. 3. Do not send your outline, link to your speech or evaluation form as an email attachment or to your instructor’s email address. Your instructor cannot keep track of assignments or evaluate them if they are sent elsewhere. Do your best to submit all assignments to the assignment section in Blackboard by selecting the appropriate drop box. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT In order to grade your speech on time and provide you with feedback on your speech, all three items, the outline, link to the speech, and evaluation form must be submitted in order, as a single PDF file. Make sure you submit the assignment in the drop box in the module under Course Content. Do not send the assignment as an email attachment. Failure to follow the above directions will result in an F for the assignment. Persuasive Speech Evaluation Form Speaker: Date: Time: Item Score Comments Speaker maintained reasonable eye contact 1 2 3 4 Speaker spoke extemporaneously, using 3 or fewer 4X6 note cards 1 2 3 4 Introduction gained favorable attention; oriented listeners to thesis 1 2 3 4 Main points clear, sign posting and internal summaries used as transitions 1 2 3 4 Arguments supported with strong evidence 1 2 3 4 Balanced use of emotional appeals 1 2 3 4 Speaker did not use verbal/vocal fillers 1 2 3 4 Encouraged some form of action 1 2 3 4 Helpful visual aids, well used 1 2 3 4 Sources cited appropriately. Good sources used, well integrated into speaker’s thinking. 1 2 3 4 Three authoritative outside references cited in sufficient detail to locate sources. 1 2 3 4 Maintained time constraints. 1 2 3 4 Conclusion includes summary, leaves listeners with a memorable focus on thesis 1 2 3 4 Speaker dressed professionally/appropriately for the presentation 1 2 3 4 Speaker conveyed a sincere desire to persuade audience 1 2 3 4 Outline Delivery Total