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CHAPTER #13 – DELIVERY

Nonverbal communication is communication based on a person’s use of voice and body, rather than talking or use of words.

4 Methods of Speech Delivery:

Manuscript Speech – a speech written out word for word and read to the audience.

Impromptu Speech – a speech delivered with little or no immediate preparation.

Extemporaneous Speech – A carefully prepared and rehearsed speech that is presented from a brief set of notes carefully prepared in advance, spoken from an outline or index cards. A major advantage of this speech is it offers more control over thought and language, offers greater spontaneity and is adaptable to a wide range of situations.

Reciting from Memory – today only customary for the shortest of speeches.

THE SPEAKERS VOICE:

Volume – the loudness or softness of the speaker’s voice, don’t speak too loud or too softly.

Pitch – the highness or lowness of the speaker’s voice. This can affect the meaning of words or sounds.

Monotone – a constant pitch or tone of voice that becomes boring.

Rate – the speed at which a person talks, don’t talk too fast or too slow, rather a normal rate.

Pause – a momentary break in the vocal delivery of a speech.

Pronunciation – the accepted standard of sound and rhythm for words in a given language.

Articulation – the physical production of particular speech sounds.

Dialect – A variety of language distinguished by variations of accent, grammar or vocabulary. The US has four major dialects : Eastern, New England, Southern and General American or Midwest dialects.

THE SPEAKERS BODY LANGUAGE

Posture, facial expression, gestures, eye contact all effect the way listeners respond to a speaker

Personal appearance – dress appropriately for the speech presentation

Movement – avoid shifting body weight from leg to leg, playing with your hair, rubbing elbow, jingling coins in your pocket – all signs of nervousness.

Gestures – the motions of a speaker’s hands or arms during a speech. Keep them natural and spontaneous. Gestures help clarify or reinforce ideas.

Eye Contact – direct visual contact with the eyes of another person or audience.