Assignment: Using an Outline Template
Objective
Prepare detailed and well-planned outlines
Overview
In this writing assignment, you will practice creating an outline based on a template.
Deliverables
A one- to two-page (250- to 500-word) outline and reference list.
Step 1 Review the process of outline creation.
Review the information that discusses creating outlines. In particular, study the section that describes full-sentence preparation outlines, their elements, and how to create them.
Step 2 Review a Topic you chose from a past assignment.
Review the assignment in which you selected a speech topic, wrote a thesis statement, identified a question based on the thesis statement, and identified at least three main points.
Step 3 Select a Pattern of Organization.
Based on your knowledge of patterns of organizing speech information, select a pattern of organization to use to create an outline for your speech.
Step 4 Locate and open a template outline that matches the speech pattern that you chose.
• Search for speech template outlines online and locate one you wish to use.
• Copy the template outline, and paste it into your word processing document.
Step 5 Enter Identifying Data.
Enter the Identifying Data for your speech:
• Title
• General Purpose
• Specific Purpose
• Thesis
Step 6 Create an outline.
Using the template, create a full sentence, formal outline for your speech. Follow the guidelines presented in the lesson for using a consistent set of symbols, using full declarative sentences, and entering transitions within square brackets.
Step 7 Create a reference list.
Include any and all sources you use to locate information for your formal outline.
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.