Objective: This discussion is designed to help you identify the characteristics of an effective persuasive speaker and reflect on how you can apply these strategies in your own speech.
Video to Watch: The Power of Believing You Can Improve Speaker: Carol Dweck Platform: TED Length: Aprox. 10 minutes Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/carol_dweck_the_power_of_believing_that_you_can_improve/transcript Links to an external site.
In this talk, Dr. Carol Dweck explores the power of mindset and motivation. As you watch, pay attention to how she engages her audience and builds her message.
Your Initial Post After watching the video, write a thoughtful response that addresses the following:
1. What persuasive techniques does the speaker use (ethos, pathos, logos)? Provide specific examples. 2. What stood out to you about the speaker’s delivery? Consider tone, gestures, pacing, or other elements of presentation. 3. In your opinion, was this speech persuasive? Why or why not? 4. Which part of her talk connected with you the most personally, and why? 5. If you could offer one piece of constructive feedback t
Part 2
Week 1: Speech Proposal, Audience Analysis, & Speech Anxiety Reflection Worksheet
Welcome to Week 1! This week is all about laying the foundation for your persuasive speech. You’ll begin by choosing your topic, thinking about your audience, and reflecting on your comfort level with public speaking.
In this assignment, you’ll complete a guided worksheet that helps you begin planning your persuasive speech. You’ll choose your topic, analyze your audience, and reflect on how you feel about public speaking.
This is a key part of building your speech, so take your time and answer each section with thought and detail. Be honest in your reflection—this class is a supportive space to grow your confidence and skills.
What to Do:
· Download the worksheet attached below.
· Complete all three sections:
1. Speech Topic Proposal
2. Audience Analysis
3. Speech Anxiety Reflection
· Submit the completed worksheet as a .docx or PDF file.
SPEE 200-Speech Proposal, Audience Analysis, & Anxiety Reflection Worksheet.docx
Part 3
Week 1- Extra Credit Scavenger Hunt: Powerful Black Voices in Public Speaking
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Clue:
At a U.S. presidential inauguration, I wore yellow and used poetic rhythm to speak of unity, resilience, and becoming. My voice represented a generation of new leaders and thinkers. I was the youngest ever to perform at such an event, and my words became instantly iconic.
Questions:
1. What does the speaker mean by the phrase “not broken, but unfinished”?
2. How does the speaker use delivery techniques (tone, gestures, pacing) to elevate their message?
