Informational topics

1. Review the steps for preparing and delivering an effective speech that you explored in the textbook and in the learning activities.
2. Prepare a three to four page sentence outline on a topic of your choice. (Your topic can be persuasive or informational.)
3. Use the following checklist to ensure that your speech is effective:
   • Choose a topic that is relevant and interesting to your audience, with a clear purpose.
   • Ensure that you adequately research your topic.
   • Include an introduction in your outline that gains attention and orients the audience.
   • Be sure that your speech is clear, vivid, appropriate, well-organized, and powerful.
   • Be sure that each main point is supported adequately.
   • Create a speech with personal style by asking direct questions and creating immediacy.
   • Be sure that your conclusion summarizes your thesis and provides closure.

Assignment Submission:

• The use of outside resources is strongly recommended, and all speeches must be cited using current APA format.