Oral
Communication (COST1600) – ONLINE
Speech Assignment Sheet{=
a how-to manual}
[be sure to read this item in its entirety]
UPDATED FOR Fall '20
Oral
Communication (COST1600) – ONLINE
-MAJOR PRESENTATION #2: TBD/TBA
a.k.a.
Extemporaneous Presentational (Public) Speaking
Communicate!/Mindtap
To be finalized based on the predominant needs of this semester’s learners
GENERAL:
CLO 1:
Students will be able to construct
effective oral-style messages of varying communication purposes,
including informing, illustrating and persuading and will be able to
adapt their content, organization,
language, and delivery to the needs, interests and listening skills of any given
listener(s).
CLO 4:
Students
will be able to utilize extemporaneous
presentational delivery style, including the “conversational”/expressive vocal
delivery mode--whether presenting in-person or into a camera.
SPECIFIC: Practice in giving live, synchronous presentations on camera
Oral Interpretation
(
Narrative/Corner Office Article
Commentary) , Combo
Presentation, Demonstration Speech,
Special Occasion,
Social
Justice, Invitational
(1) A
four
three-five minute presentation, presented live (synchronous) via
Teams. During week 9.
(2) Complete one written peer review evaluating
a classmate’s presentation. This will be done via (tentative) :
the “Bongo” app within Mindtap or
via direct email from evaluator to speaker [ & cc professor] . " Peer Review: 2
X 2"
due by 10/25/20.
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1.
Carefully review all of the items you have encountered so far about
constructing a presentation. An additional optional resource is in your
textbook/MindTap: a Speech Builder template for an
Invitational Speech—located within the Speech
Builder application within Mindtap. Depending upon the type of speech
you select for this assignment, you may need to utilize the characteristics and
methods used
for basic Informative Speaking.
[Chap 16 in 15ed]
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2.
Review your specific topic choice.
Additional topic choice specifications for your class are given in the
"Specifications" section below.
Whatever the specifications, always be sure your topic is appropriate in
3 basic ways {speaker / audience / context-occasion}.
Also, make sure it is "limited" & "well-focused" & does not attempt
to take on a subject area that is too broad.
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3.
Prepare for your speech using EXTEMPORANEOUS techniques
[see Chap 15-esp. pp.321-322 in 15ed].
For most people, the best way to prepare for an extemporaneous
presentation is to AVOID writing out the planned speech in word-for-word
sentences.
Don't think of your "speech" as an essay being read out loud;
rather, it's a dynamic oral connection between speaker & audience.
For additional guidelines on organization, preparation &
visual/presentation aids, see Chapters 12, 13, 14 & 15.
As mentioned, you can refer to the “Outline Builder” application within Mindtap
for the components of this process but you do not need to submit it.
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4.
Refer to your English composition text as well as to the sample
speech outlines in the text in order to ensure that your extemporaneous
outline is correct in both
form
and
content.
[e.g. see the sample speech outlines in Chaps12 & 16 on pp.264-268 &
358-360 = 15ed] |
Preliminary
Your
preliminary speech outline should be reviewed by your original (or anyone
you select) BUDDY. It does not
need to be submitted to the professor unless there is a question or disagreement
about its correctness. In that case, you should upload
the Preliminary version of your __TBD__
extemporaneous speech outline in the designated folder within Blackboard
no later than Weds 10/14/20 –
11:59pm but, feel free to send it as early as possible! [NOTE: The BUDDY
relationship is a reciprocal one]
Final
= Revised Speech outline +
Video-recorded Speech
+ slide deck
{if applicable}.
As always, the Final, revised & corrected version of the outline needs to
be included as a Word document uploaded into theTBD/TBA Presentation slot
in BongoMindtap.
Also remember, the "presentation/visual" aid component is optional for this
presentation but can be done in any way that is suited to your topic & speech
objective
{ e.g. demonstration, audience involvement, audio, slide show, photos,
object, etc. etc. etc. }
You need to be visible in the video image so be sure that your aid does not obscure your
listeners’ ability to see & evaluate your delivery.
Due dates
Live, oral presentation in Teams to be conducted week 9 (10/19/20
& 10/21/20, as assigned via the
Presentation schedule )
Oral
1.
Time Limit:
Your total presentation time is
4
3-5 minutes—including any
visual/presentation aids (see next item)
2.
Presentation aids: Over
the course of this semester, each person is expected to make use of the
Presentation Graphics application (e.g. PowerPoint, Prezi, Keynote, etc.)
for creating & using a brief Slide Show [i.e. 3-5 slides]. However,
you do not have to incorporate presentation graphics in this current
speech. Such projected imagery might not be the best visual/presentation aid
choice for this topic so you may decide to use that for a later presentation.
Written
1.
If additional sources have been used, the final version of the Speech outline
should include a Bibliography—using A.P.A. or M.L.A. formatting.
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Minimum listing =
Internet source citations must list at the very least, the
[1] URL,
[2]
the
Title of the
particular Webpage you used, [3]
the Date that you accessed the page &
[4] (If available) the last date that
the page itself was updated. It is not sufficient to just list "web" or to just
list a URL. It
also would be wise to refer to the guidelines in the
Department of Communication's Policy on Academic Honesty .
> CL Template –
Informative Speech
within the Outline Builder application
>Go to the Course Documents section in
Blackboard for the
“Speech
Planner” document which is an
all-purpose, "quick start" template for how-to-structure-any-speech.
> GRADING
RUBRIC
[basic Individual Extemporaneous Major Presentation]
{50/100} /
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Evaluation Criteria |
Excellent
<16-20pt> |
Proficient
<11-15pt> |
Competent
<6-10pt> |
Minimal/Unsatisfactory
<0-5pt> |
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ORGANIZATION |
Segments are clearly distinguishable
(e.g. Introduction,
Body, Conclusion). Presentation uses various connectives
to achieve a cohesive sequencing that is easy to follow and reinforces
the central idea (Thesis Stmt) |
Main points follow a logical sequence but not all sections/ points were
clearly connected to each other. More internal connectives & summaries
were needed |
Main points follow a logical sequence but not all sections/point were
clearly or smoothly connected to each other |
Presentation lacks several key factors such as connectives, use of a
logical pattern and/or is difficult for listeners to follow. |
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LANGUAGE |
Language structures & vocabulary
choices are mature, professional, non-colloquial, and vivid [ generating
imagery]. Word choices are appropriate for oral extemporaneous style
to the given listeners.
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Language and vocabulary choices are mostly well chosen for clarity and
audience comprehension. More use of vivid (oral language) technique
would be desirable |
Language and vocabulary choices are basic and acceptable. Use of some
non-explained terms &/or jargon. Language is more suited to written
communication rather than extemporaneous, oral settings
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Speaker uses inappropriately casual language, slang, or obscure
wordings. Vocabulary choices are confusing for the audience (e.g. over
technical, in-group based, structurally unclear)
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DELIVERY |
Speaker’s vocal & physical techniques are handled skillfully to motivate
listening (e.g. posture,
gestures, eye contact, meaningful vocal inflection,
voice clarity,
appropriate appearance,
etc.).
Speaker exhibits poise & preparation and also demonstrates rapport &
engagement.
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Speaker exhibits an awareness of an audience-centered use of vocal &
physical techniques Could use a stronger blend of communicating WITH the
listeners
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Speaker exhibits vocal & physical techniques that are adequate and
non-distracting. Could use more energy, physical skill and emotional
engagement with listeners |
Delivery techniques are not effective at enhancing listeners’
comprehension. Speaker does not exhibit confidence or adequate
preparedness.
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SUPPORTING MATERIAL |
Supports are appropriately
varied (e.g. explanations,
examples, testimony, illustrations, statistics,
narratives, analogies, quotations, etc.).
and are directly relevant to the central idea. Material is of good
quality & enhances presenter’s credibility |
The supporting materials are adequate for supporting
(demonstrating/proving
/reinforcing) the Central
idea. The material establishes
the presenter’s credibility
on the topic. Could have used a more strategic blend &
sequencing of materials
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The supporting materials provide some support of the Central idea
(demonstrating/
proving/reinforcing) the Central idea.
Believability would be stronger with material that is more concrete and
less generalized. |
The supporting materials are
insufficient for supporting and/or
adding credibility for either the Central idea or the speaker.
More and more types of supports are needed
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CENTRAL MESSAGE |
Central idea (Thesis Stmt) is stated clearly, is skillfully “signposted”
and is explicitly coordinated to the supporting points.
The central idea is restated & reinforced throughout the message.
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Central idea (Thesis Stmt) is stated clearly, is skillfully “signposted”
and is somewhat coordinated to the supporting points. |
Central idea (Thesis Stmt) is implied but not specified. Connection to
the supporting points is implied but not explicitly summarized.
________ |
The Central idea is unclear or not evident. The stated Central idea is
not related to the supporting points.
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PRESENTATION AIDS |
Presentation Aids are appropriate & used skillfully. Aids exhibit
appropriate aesthetic practices and are smoothly coordinated with the
vocal and physical delivery |
Presentation Aid choices are appropriate
& exhibit an awareness of appropriate aesthetic practices. More strategy
&/or audience centered techniques would be desirable. |
Presentation Aid choices adequately support and coordinate with the
message. They don’t distract but could
do more to enhance the listeners’ comprehension & appreciation of
the More audience-centeredness needed
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Inappropriate choices result in lack of or misuse of presentation aids.
Slides do not exhibit effective aesthetic strategies and are
distracting, non-coordinated, and/or difficult to read |
*Adapted from the Oral Communication Value Rubric: Association of American Colleges and Universities / Plummer
| While the informative speech is about relaying information and the persuasive speech is about change, the invitational speech is about creating shared understanding, often called “public deliberation.” The invitational speaker sets the stage for the audience to explore, discuss, and deliberate on the consequences of an issue so that informed decisions can be made at a later date. Prepare and turn in a full sentence outline, which should include your questions and preparation for facilitating a discussion. Your speech should be well researched using current and trustworthy sources. These sources should be cited in your outline, listed in a bibliography or works cited at the end of your outline, and cited orally in the speech/discussion. Deliver your speech extemporaneously. Remember that extemporaneous delivery requires a natural, conversational style that cannot be achieved if you are reading. You may be required to use at least one presentational aid. Presentational aids should be professional and useful. |