LSF01-Combo Presentation

The purposes of this presentation are: <1> to combine both the extemporaneous and manuscript methods of speech delivery, and <2> for you to use the Comparison/Contrast approach in message structure/organization .

>This format is a combination {i.e. "combo"} of the 2 delivery styles we have used so far. The major portion of your presentation will be Extemporaneous (delivered from notes) AND
the other part will consist of you reading a manuscript-style , written excerpt /or/ block quote that coordinates with your presentation's goal, objective and topic.

> Evaluators will not be using a specific rating sheet this time. Instead, they should write down their own, well phrased comments (at least 4) on a sheet of paper.

1. In terms of topic, this will be the most abstract presentation done so far, so you have a special challenge to make the supporting materials within your presentation as concrete as possible.

--The basic General Topic of these presentations is "My own experiences with Leadership AS COMPARED TO contemporary or classic Leadership principles" . In other words, your speech's basic goal is to compare/contrast 2 different perspectives on the same selected principle. [ANY leadership concept that you select.] Your general speech purpose can be:" to inform", "to inspire", or "to express an opinion"--but you cannot yet be overtly persuasive.

2. Prepare a "short" extemporaneous speech on a leadership concept/principle that interests you & can be considered of from at least 2 credible perspectives: the experiential (i.e. using your experience) and the theoretical (i.e. using your researched information).

3. Find your complementary written excerpt(s) from essays, articles, or literature selections. You are looking for a piece of writing that represents at least one of the perspectives being discussed , and therefore, complements your overall message. Insert the excerpt(s) meaningfully and strategically, somewhere within the prepared, extemporaneous speech. your overall message. Insert the excerpt(s) meaningfully and strategically, somewhere within the prepared, extemporaneous speech.

4. Make sure the entire presentation is well coordinated, interesting and lasts 4 - 5 minutes. TOTAL. Any "just-before" set-up of presentation aids should take no longer than 30 seconds.
{NOTE: I will not be giving time signals during this presentation, but, as always, timing is factored into the presentation's grade.
You may want to ask a classmate to give you time signals}

<a> your skillfulness with these two methods of delivery : extemporaneous + manuscript

<b> the logical development of the BODY portion of your message
[clearly using a specific order-of-organization - refer to pp. 322-324]

<c> the smooth coordination of the various vocal & physical elements of your presentation.

PRESENTATION SUBMISSIONS:
The HARDCOPY submission requirements {ready to hand in BEFORE you give your presentation.}:

[1] a correct, complete outline [including the Intro/Th.Stmt./Body/Conc]

[3] a follow-up video critique sheet [click to see the critique format to-be-copied & pasted for your e-mail submission ]

> NOTE: This time around the Preliminary version of the extemporaneous speech outline is OPTIONAL for section LS. If you want me to take a look at it, you should post it to me via E-mail -- no later than Weds 11/7 - 4:00 pm but, PREFERABLY, SEND IT EARLIER!!
Visual/presentation aids are optional for this presentation, but...

VIDEOTAPING is scheduled for this presentation. This will help you get a clearer idea of the visible aspects of your delivery style. Due to these special time constraints of recording & replaying, for this time only, be prepared to give your presentations in the order indicated on the Pres. Sched.

During these 3 class sessions, the class will actually split up: All students will report to FH:58A to "check in", but then, only that day's speakers will remain in the classroom. The rest of the class members will then go elsewhere {anywhere} to work in their groups (for planning the upcoming Group Presentations - see separate assignment sheets). As usual, attendance will be taken on all days.

* You should bring in your own, cued videocassette {VHS format} /

* The special, video self critique form (mentioned above) is due to be completed & returned via e-mail within 1 week of your presentation/

* Plan carefully for such specifications as TIMING ACCURACY, HARDCOPY OUTLINE FORMAT, SKILLFUL EXTEMPORANEOUS DELIVERY-i.e. conversational, but not colloquial & with good articulation /

* As always, you are expected to be present & prepared for all your assigned activities.

Notate via a separate e-mail memo [no later than Mon 11/6 ] whether or not you plan to use the Proxima Projector for your "visual aid" for your Combo presentation. Also email me ASAP if you have a request for a particular presentation date. This time the Presentation Schedule will be finalized early ( by approx 11/9)