Imagine you are a self-help speaker. Write an 800 WORD PERSUASIVE SPEECH on “How to eliminate negativity in your life.” 1. Think about a speech that you would like to present on a topic of your choice
SECTION 2
Directions
Imagine you are a self-help speaker. Write an 800 WORD PERSUASIVE SPEECH on “How to eliminate negativity in your life.”
Think about a speech that you would like to present on a topic of your choice.
Complete the following template, including all parts. Fill out all cells using complete sentences, aiming for three complete sentences for each cell of the template (if acceptable)
In section 4 Reflection write 5 sentences.
Consider your audience, purpose, and thesis and complete Part 1 of the template.
Utilize your resources, the internet or a local library to find three credible sources that are relevant to your speech and complete Part 2 of the template.
Read through your sources to identify five pieces of evidence that support your thesis and complete Part 3 of the template. Be sure to use at least three different types of sources (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony).
And then answer all the questions in the attached form.
PART 1: TOPIC
| Purpose | What are you hoping to achieve with this speech? |
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| Audience | Who will be in your audience? What do you know about them? |
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| Thesis | What is the key message of your speech? |
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PART 2: SOURCES
SOURCE 1
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| Retrieved from | Where did you get this source? Include location, book, periodical, url, etc. |
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| Age | How recent is the data or information presented in your source? |
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| Depth | What does the source cover? How well-researched and detailed is the source? How much depth is the topic covered in? |
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| Author | How is the author qualified to speak on the topic? |
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| Money | Who funds the website or publication? |
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SOURCE 2
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| Retrieved from | Where did you get this source? Include location, book, periodical, url, etc. |
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| Age | How recent is the data or information presented in your source? |
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| Depth | What does the source cover? How well-researched and detailed is the source? How much depth is the topic covered in? |
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| Author | How is the author qualified to speak on the topic? |
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| Money | Who funds the website or publication? |
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SOURCE 3
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| Retrieved from | Where did you get this source? Include location, book, periodical, url, etc. |
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| Age | How recent is the data or information presented in your source? |
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| Depth | What does the source cover? How well-researched and detailed is the source? How much depth is the topic covered in? |
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| Author | How is the author qualified to speak on the topic? |
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| Money | Who funds the website or publication? |
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PART 3: SUPPORT
SUPPORT #1
| Support | What is the piece of support (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony) that you are going to use in your speech? E.g. “50% of all American voters…” |
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| Type of Support | What type of support is it? Is it an example, a statistic, an analogy, a definition, a visual, a story, or a testimony? |
| Relevance | How does this piece of support reinforce your message? |
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SUPPORT #2
| Support | What is the piece of support (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony) that you are going to use in your speech? E.g. “50% of all American voters…” |
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| Type of Support | What type of support is it? Is it an example, a statistic, an analogy, a definition, a visual, a story, or a testimony? |
| Relevance | How does this piece of support reinforce your message? |
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SUPPORT #3
| Support | What is the piece of support (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony) that you are going to use in your speech? E.g. “50% of all American voters…” |
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| Type of Support | What type of support is it? Is it an example, a statistic, an analogy, a definition, a visual, a story, or a testimony? |
| Relevance | How does this piece of support reinforce your message? |
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SUPPORT #4
| Support | What is the piece of support (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony) that you are going to use in your speech? E.g. “50% of all American voters…” |
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| Type of Support | What type of support is it? Is it an example, a statistic, an analogy, a definition, a visual, a story, or a testimony? |
| Relevance | How does this piece of support reinforce your message? |
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SUPPORT #5
| Support | What is the piece of support (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony) that you are going to use in your speech? E.g. “50% of all American voters…” |
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| Type of Support | What type of support is it? Is it an example, a statistic, an analogy, a definition, a visual, a story, or a testimony? |
| Relevance | How does this piece of support reinforce your message? |
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PART 4: REFLECTION
| What have you learned from completing this activity? |
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Section 3
Directions
Think about a persuasive speech that you would like to present on a topic of your choice. The speech can be for any context and any length, but it must be persuasive. If your speech for Unit 1 or Unit 2 was persuasive, you can use the same topic, or you can choose a new one if you prefer.
See the list of example speech occasions and purposes for inspiration, if needed.
Plan your speech, considering what your introduction, main points, and conclusion will include.
Organize your speech, following the structure of Monroe’s Motivated Sequence. Your speech should include an introduction, body, and conclusion. The introduction should contain your key message. The body should cover your main topics and support to back up your main points. Make sure that all support is relevant and from credible sources. Your conclusion should summarize your main points and provide a call to action.
Create notes or bullet points that you can refer to while presenting your speech.
Practice presenting your speech. Aim for a speech that is 3 to 5 minutes in length.
Before filming, review the rubric to ensure that you understand how you will be evaluated.
Film yourself presenting the speech. Be sure that you can be easily seen and heard, and direct your speech to the camera.
Review your video to ensure that you can be seen and heard. Refilm as needed.
Review the checklist and requirements to ensure that your Touchstone is complete.
Upload your video using the blue button at the top of this page.
Section 4
Directions
Review the video of the persuasive speech that you delivered in Unit 3 as well as the feedback that you have received.
Take notes as you review the video and the feedback, considering edits that you should make to your speech.
Based on your notes, revise your speech, adjusting the content, language, and approach to delivery as needed.
Think of an effective way to incorporate at least one visual aid that will be relevant to your purpose and message and will enhance your speech.
Create a new set of notes or bullet points that you can refer to while filming your speech.
Practice presenting your speech, focusing on your voice, your nonverbal communication, and your use of one or more visual aids. Aim for a speech 3-5 minutes in length.
Before filming, review the rubric to ensure that you understand how you will be evaluated.
Film yourself presenting the speech. Be sure that you can be easily seen and heard, and direct your speech to the camera.
Review your video, be sure that you can be easily seen and heard, and that you have directed your speech to the camera. Refilm as needed.
Review the checklist and requirements to ensure that your Touchstone is complete.
Upload your video using the blue button at the top of this page.
