comm1310-module-10-critique-a-speech

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Description:

For this assignment, you will critique a persuasive or informative speech.

Objectives:

  • Analyze guidelines for critically evaluating speeches.
  • Evaluate the suggested guidelines for informative speaking, the supporting materials of a speech, and the varied types of presentation aids.
  • Analyze the goals and guidelines of a persuasive speech.
  • Explore the three types of persuasive speeches and the fallacies of logical, emotional, and credibility appeals.

Instructions:

  1. Review the guidelines for critically evaluating speeches given in the textbook and in the learning activities.
  2. View one of the following speeches: , ,,.
  3. Write a three-to-four-page critique of the speech you chose. It might be helpful to watch the speech you have chosen to evaluate, twice.
  4. Use the following checklist to guide your critique:
  • Did the speaker choose a topic that was relevant and interesting to the audience, with a clear purpose?
  • Did the speaker ensure that his or her topic was researched adequately?
  • Did the speaker deliver an introduction that gained attention and oriented the audience?
  • Was the speech clear, vivid, appropriate, well-organized, and powerful?
  • Was each main point adequately supported?
  • Did the speaker create a speech with personal style by asking direct questions and creating immediacy?
  • Did the conclusion summarize the thesis and provide closure?
  • Did the speaker use effective volume, eye contact, speech rate, pausing, and gestures?

Assignment Submission:

  • The use of outside resources is strongly recommended, and all papers must be cited and written in current APA format.
  • When you have completed the assignment, select the “Submit Assignment” button at the top of these instructions and choose a format for submitting your assignment.