ASSIGNMENT 2: Informative Speech
You've learned a lot about effective speaking and you're already working on improving your delivery skills. It's time to take the next step toward becoming a powerful speaker! Your second assignment is to prepare and deliver a well-researched, informative speech. Everything you've read and practiced so far in this course relates directly to successful informative speaking.
Reference Chapters
• Chapter 9: Organizing the Body of the Speech.
This chapter will help you create a well-organized speech that connects with your audience.
• Chapter 10: Giving Your First Speech.
This chapter will help you prepare a strong introduction and conclusion for your speech.
Assignment 2.1: Informative Speech Outline
1) Select either Topic A or Topic B for your informative speech.
o Topic A: How to Succeed in College | Deliver a speech about a process.
o Topic B: History of Your Hometown | Deliver a speech about an event.
2) Create an outline or speaking notes in Microsoft Word.
o Download the Microsoft Word template in the "Assignment 2.1" section.
o Develop a specific purpose, central idea, and several main points so you'll stay within the 3-minute time limit.
o You must use at least two quality resources.
Assignment 2.2: Informative Speech and Self-Review
1) Part 1: Record or upload your speech.
o Refer to your outline or speaking notes to deliver your speech. Do not read your notes word for word.
o Follow the technical instructions for recording your video in the "Assignment 2.2" section located in Week 5 of your course.
o Remember to watch your recording. Do you want to submit it, or do you want to record another version?
2) Part 2: Complete the self-review questions.
o After you have recorded your speech, address the self-review questions in the "Assignment 2.2" section located in Week 5 of your course. This reflection helps you step back and take a second look at your work, with an eye on improvement and highlighting your achievements!
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.