How to Give a Speech in Front of Your Class
Decide on a suitable topic, unless your teacher or other class leader has told you specifically what your speech should cover., Research your topic thoroughly., Sort your notes into categories., Make an outline., Familiarize yourself with your topic...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Decide on a suitable topic
Make sure it's something you are interested in and confident about. for most speeches you will be expected to do some amount of research.
Interview other people you have identified to get their experiences. , Take detailed notes. , Decide which information is necessary, and what can be cut.
A highlighter or a different colour pen can be very useful here. , Start rough and general, then get specific. , Learn the content of the essay well. ,, These should be key points in your outline (to keep you on topic) and details and statistics (that would be too difficult to remember). , It doesn't have to be identical to your essay in wording, but try to keep the content the same.
Remember to speak slowly and clearly.
Do not rush through your presentation, or it will not be well understood by those listening.
Inject your presentation with suitable emotion.
This helps you to connect with the audience. , A teddy-bear, a vase, or even the TV will be fine.
Look in the mirror as you give a speech.
Check yourself if you have any bad habits such as fiddling, picking at fluff or twirling your hair. , They can give you support, feedback, and help you improve your speech.
They will also make you feel comfortable with speaking in front of people.
Ask your family and friends for feedback on the tone, voice level and speed of delivery.
Use good eye contact. , -
Step 2: unless your teacher or other class leader has told you specifically what your speech should cover.
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Step 3: Research your topic thoroughly.
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Step 4: Sort your notes into categories.
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Step 5: Make an outline.
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Step 6: Familiarize yourself with your topic and write your speech as if it were an essay.
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Step 7: Choose what visual aids (if any) you will use to enhance your speech.
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Step 8: Write or print notes on index cards.
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Step 9: Practice your speech out loud until you are confident with it.
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Step 10: Try giving the speech to things around your room.
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Step 11: Once you have learned it well
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Step 12: practice your presentation in front of family members and/or friends.
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Step 13: Go to school and give your speech with confidence!
Detailed Guide
Make sure it's something you are interested in and confident about. for most speeches you will be expected to do some amount of research.
Interview other people you have identified to get their experiences. , Take detailed notes. , Decide which information is necessary, and what can be cut.
A highlighter or a different colour pen can be very useful here. , Start rough and general, then get specific. , Learn the content of the essay well. ,, These should be key points in your outline (to keep you on topic) and details and statistics (that would be too difficult to remember). , It doesn't have to be identical to your essay in wording, but try to keep the content the same.
Remember to speak slowly and clearly.
Do not rush through your presentation, or it will not be well understood by those listening.
Inject your presentation with suitable emotion.
This helps you to connect with the audience. , A teddy-bear, a vase, or even the TV will be fine.
Look in the mirror as you give a speech.
Check yourself if you have any bad habits such as fiddling, picking at fluff or twirling your hair. , They can give you support, feedback, and help you improve your speech.
They will also make you feel comfortable with speaking in front of people.
Ask your family and friends for feedback on the tone, voice level and speed of delivery.
Use good eye contact. ,
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