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Example of topics for your Speech
Persuasive Speech
1. The government should be persuaded to pay for all healthcare. By the way you can fill in other verbs and nouns in most of the free persuasive speech topics in this list. Just tweak.
2. Teachers are not safe in schools.
3. We are better off today than we were eight years ago.
4. We are killing the rainforest.
5. Children in ... fill in the nation of your choice ... are living better.
6. Continue the war on drugs by attacking the ingredients needed.
7. DNA databases jeopardize our privacy.
8. Vanity is not a valid reason for cosmetic plastic surgery.
9. The rich pay, don't pay enough taxes.
10. Return extra taxes collected to those who paid.
11. All MP3 music belong in the free public domain.
12. Needle exchange programs help to prevent.
13. Mothers should be persuaded to avoid fighting in militairy combat front lines.
14. Free speech don't include, include hate speech.
15. Spam e-mails should be, should not be outlawed.
16. We need a single food safety agency. Remember, replace the nouns and you can write easily other free persuasive speech topics.
17. Downloading copyrighted MP3s is not, is wrong.
18. Gay couples should be, should not be allowed to marry.
19. Higher energy prices is a sacrifice we have to make for cleaner fuels.
20. Home schooling provides a better education, is worse for your child.
21. Honesty, integrity and a persuasive mentality are the most important qualities of an elected official. Or vary on the qualities and create your own free persuasive speech topics on gouvernement, state or local politicians.
22. Zero tolerance is a useful instrument to prevent violence.
23. Babysitters younger than 16 years should be forbidden.
24. Human cloning is bad, is good.
25. Restrict every household to 60 gallon can on trash a week.
All persuasive speech topic statements above are not reflecting my personal opinion! These just are samples of free persuasive speech topics.
Informative Speech
1. Strange Allergies
2. Antivirus software.
3. Architectural movements.
4. Asthma solutions.
5. Classic Cars.
6. Barbecue tips.
7. Bed and Breakfast.
8. Charity methods.
9. Chess strategy and tactics.
10. Mountain climbing.
11. Dental care.
12. Exotic pets.
13. Famous illusionists.
14. Feng Shui.
15. Formula 1 racing.
16. Game boys.
17. Guitar manufacturing.
18. Hinduism, world's third largest religion.
19. Horse breeds.
20. Indian Food.
21. Italian cuisine.
22. Kayaking.
23. Kosher Food.
24. Landscaping.
25. Fundamentals of logistics.
26. Multiple Sclerosis.
27. Parenting.
28. Snowboarding.
29. Stress management.
30. Historical Dodge trucks.
31. Voice Over IP.
32. Wakeboarding.
33. Wildlife.
34. Wine making.
35. Yoga.
Demonstrative Speech
1. do air bags work.
2. apply table manners.
3. asphalt cement is made.
4. do batteries work.
5. to investigate a black box.
6. do boomerangs work.
7. do bulletproof vests work.
8. to choose jewelry for an evening dress.
9. to choose tasty champagne.
10. to deliver an effective speech.
11. to make the best doughnuts.
12. to organize a prom night.
13. to find a good roommate.
14. to get a refund after you bought something you don't like.
15. to get satellite tv for free.
16. to secure your home from burglars.
17. to lose weight safely.
18. to build a compost bin.
19. to build a pyramid of cheerleaders.
20. an artificial pacemaker stimulates a heart.
21. perfumes are designed.
22. to prepare for a job interview.
23. to register a trademark or patent.
24. to overcome fear of public speaking.
25. personalized rubber stamps are made.
26. speedometers measures speed.
27. thermometers work.
28. antique barometers work.
29. to get rid of roaches, mice and other pests.
30. topographic maps are made.
Public speaking speeches on processes needs visual aids to enhance the message. Use the proper props, posters, slides, handouts, graphs and charts to help understand your process demonstration speech topics.
1. The government should be persuaded to pay for all healthcare. By the way you can fill in other verbs and nouns in most of the free persuasive speech topics in this list. Just tweak.
2. Teachers are not safe in schools.
3. We are better off today than we were eight years ago.
4. We are killing the rainforest.
5. Children in ... fill in the nation of your choice ... are living better.
6. Continue the war on drugs by attacking the ingredients needed.
7. DNA databases jeopardize our privacy.
8. Vanity is not a valid reason for cosmetic plastic surgery.
9. The rich pay, don't pay enough taxes.
10. Return extra taxes collected to those who paid.
11. All MP3 music belong in the free public domain.
12. Needle exchange programs help to prevent.
13. Mothers should be persuaded to avoid fighting in militairy combat front lines.
14. Free speech don't include, include hate speech.
15. Spam e-mails should be, should not be outlawed.
16. We need a single food safety agency. Remember, replace the nouns and you can write easily other free persuasive speech topics.
17. Downloading copyrighted MP3s is not, is wrong.
18. Gay couples should be, should not be allowed to marry.
19. Higher energy prices is a sacrifice we have to make for cleaner fuels.
20. Home schooling provides a better education, is worse for your child.
21. Honesty, integrity and a persuasive mentality are the most important qualities of an elected official. Or vary on the qualities and create your own free persuasive speech topics on gouvernement, state or local politicians.
22. Zero tolerance is a useful instrument to prevent violence.
23. Babysitters younger than 16 years should be forbidden.
24. Human cloning is bad, is good.
25. Restrict every household to 60 gallon can on trash a week.
All persuasive speech topic statements above are not reflecting my personal opinion! These just are samples of free persuasive speech topics.
Informative Speech
1. Strange Allergies
2. Antivirus software.
3. Architectural movements.
4. Asthma solutions.
5. Classic Cars.
6. Barbecue tips.
7. Bed and Breakfast.
8. Charity methods.
9. Chess strategy and tactics.
10. Mountain climbing.
11. Dental care.
12. Exotic pets.
13. Famous illusionists.
14. Feng Shui.
15. Formula 1 racing.
16. Game boys.
17. Guitar manufacturing.
18. Hinduism, world's third largest religion.
19. Horse breeds.
20. Indian Food.
21. Italian cuisine.
22. Kayaking.
23. Kosher Food.
24. Landscaping.
25. Fundamentals of logistics.
26. Multiple Sclerosis.
27. Parenting.
28. Snowboarding.
29. Stress management.
30. Historical Dodge trucks.
31. Voice Over IP.
32. Wakeboarding.
33. Wildlife.
34. Wine making.
35. Yoga.
Demonstrative Speech
1. do air bags work.
2. apply table manners.
3. asphalt cement is made.
4. do batteries work.
5. to investigate a black box.
6. do boomerangs work.
7. do bulletproof vests work.
8. to choose jewelry for an evening dress.
9. to choose tasty champagne.
10. to deliver an effective speech.
11. to make the best doughnuts.
12. to organize a prom night.
13. to find a good roommate.
14. to get a refund after you bought something you don't like.
15. to get satellite tv for free.
16. to secure your home from burglars.
17. to lose weight safely.
18. to build a compost bin.
19. to build a pyramid of cheerleaders.
20. an artificial pacemaker stimulates a heart.
21. perfumes are designed.
22. to prepare for a job interview.
23. to register a trademark or patent.
24. to overcome fear of public speaking.
25. personalized rubber stamps are made.
26. speedometers measures speed.
27. thermometers work.
28. antique barometers work.
29. to get rid of roaches, mice and other pests.
30. topographic maps are made.
Public speaking speeches on processes needs visual aids to enhance the message. Use the proper props, posters, slides, handouts, graphs and charts to help understand your process demonstration speech topics.
Purposes & Types of Informative Speaking
Purposes of Informative Speaking
Informative speaking offers you an opportunity to practice your researching, writing, organizing, and speaking skills. You will learn how to discover and present information clearly. If you take the time to thoroughly research and understand your topic, to create a clearly organized speech, and to practice an enthusiastic, dynamic style of delivery, you can be an effective "teacher" during your informative speech. Finally, you will get a chance to practice a type of speaking you will undoubtedly use later in your professional career.
The purpose of the informative speech is to provide interesting, useful, and unique information to your audience. By dedicating yourself to the goals of providing information and appealing to your audience, you can take a positive step toward succeeding in your efforts as an informative speaker.
Types of Informative Speaking
1) Narrative Speech
A narrative is a type of informative speech that tells a story, relating a series of events. A narrative may be fictional or true. The narrative speech is organized chronologically and should include the use of transitions, such as next, then, afterwards, etc. Organize your speech carefully and include only main events or significant, relevant details of the story. Limit yourself to a specific time frame; in other words, don't try to tell your life story in 5 minutes.
Example of topics:
Birth of a Child
First Day of College
An Event that Changed Your Life
Story told to you by your Parents or Grandparents
A Frustrating Experience
Graduation Day
First Date
Family Gathering
Once upon a Time...
Exciting Vacation
Historical Event
Moving Day
2) Demonstrative /Process Analysis Speech
A demonstration speech is a type of informative speech. We will define a demonstration as any speech in which the speaker attempts to show the audience how to do something, how to make something, or how something works. In order to make effective demonstrations, a speaker needs the following: the audience to accept his or her personal expertise, a clear chronological organizational pattern, and the ability to use the materials of the demonstration. The speaker must demonstrate and explain; the speaker must identify the steps in the process and present them systematically.
Example of topics:
How to do it: racquetball killshot, hanging wallpaper, refinish furniture, perform basic magic
tricks, rewire a lamp, develop film
How to make it: paper figures, wood carvings, unusual dish, scrapbook
How it works: zone defense, compact disc, camera, photo copier, human circulatory system,
Sample Outline for Demonstrative Speech
General Purpose: To demonstrate
Specific Purpose: To demonstrate (how to properly groom your dog.) (replace with
your topic).
Central Idea: You can save money and bond in a big way if you groom your dog yourself.
Introduction: How much money do you spend on getting your dog groomed? $30, $40, $50 or more? Today I will demonstrate how to properly groom your dog and help you save money as well as bond more strongly with man's best friend.
Transition: Okay, let’s get ready by gathering everything we will need.
Body: (Use at least 3 main points)
1. Gather Materials
a. Brushes (explain different types of brushes for different dogs)
b. Towels
c. Nail Clippers (explain how to clip nails without cutting the quick)
d. Cotton
e. Special Ear Wash for Dogs
f. Shampoo
Transition: Now that we have all the grooming equipment, we need a dog! Here Fido!
2. Grooming steps
a. Brush dog to get rid of excess and matted hair
b. Clean ears with Cotton and Ear Wash
c. Wash/dry dog
d. Clip nails
3. After Grooming
a. Praise Fido for being such a trooper
b. Give Fido a treat
c. Pet Fido for awhile and do the bonding thing
Transition: Doesn't he look great.
Summary:
Grooming your dog is pretty simple. Simply gather all the materials you need, then brush out the excess or matted hair, clean the ears, wash/dry Fido then clip his nails. After the grooming is the most important step so don't forget to praise and pet your dog!
Conclusion:
Although grooming your own dog may take a bit more time than just leaving him at the groomer's, doing it yourself is a great way to save money and for the two of you to connect more deeply. What could be better than that!
Using a demonstrative speech outline will help you to organize your ideas and the flow of your demonstration. This will help you to feel relaxed and confident in presenting your demonstration or how to speech. Have fun!
3) Persuasive Speech
Settling on the right persuasive speech topics to meet your needs can be a bit tricky without igniting your passions or those of the audience members. Before you decide on your topic area, though, it is important to understand the fundamental concept of a persuasive speech.
When you think of a persuasive speech assignment, you may think only in terms of today's hottest topics in the headlines. In fact, though, if you consider those the only viable persuasive speech topics, you may be overlooking some of the most important aspects of good persuasive speeches.
The goal of any good persuasive speech is to help listeners make a decision about a topic. You want to influence your audience members to take action, whether that action be to change their beliefs on an issue or actually engage in some sort of activity.
Your persuasive speech will not only have to extrapolate on the finer points of your argument, it will also have to recognize the ideas of the other side of the issue.
If you are too fanatical about a particular topic, you may not be able to weigh both sides of the issue enough to satisfy the curiosity of audience members. As a result, focusing only on the most talked about issues of the day may not be a good idea from your standpoint or from the chairs in the speaking auditorium.
Motivational Sequence Speech--Persuasive (Action speech)
*a five step organizational plan for persuasive messages
1. Attention Step - getting listener’s attention
2. Need Step - establishing why a topic, problem, or issue should concern listeners
3. Satisfaction Step - briefly identifying how a plan will satisfy or meet a need
4. Visualization Step - describing outcomes if your solution is or is not adopted
5. Action - telling listeners the specific action they can take to implement your solution
Example of topics:
* Donate blood to the Red Cross * Become involved in a particular club
* Sign an organ donor card * Donate time or money
* Buy a particular product or service * Quit smoking
* Volunteer for a specific organization * Eat healthy
* Vote * Animal rights/testing
Sample Outline for Persuasive Speech
Persuasive speech outline purpose: To persuade my audience to donate blood through the American Red Cross.
Introduction:
1. Did you know that blood donated to the American Red Cross saves XXX lives per year?
2. People should give blood because it is easy and though there might be a little pain involved it is worth it because it saves so many lives and you get great snacks.
Body:
I. Giving blood is easy
a. It only takes about an hour
b. You just lay back and let the nurses do the work
c. It generally doesn't hurt much at all
II. The blood you give saves lives
a. People in accidents, people with cancer, people having surgery and women having babies are saved
b. Tell story of Linda K. whose life was saved when she started hemorrhaging after the birth of her twins.
III. If that isn't enough reason, you get great snacks
a. You are not allowed to leave until you have had something to eat and drink like crackers, cookies and juice
b. At some blood drives restaurants donate food
Conclusion:
1. There is a blood drive this Friday at the fire station from 10 to 3. Please start your habit of blood donation right away.
2. If you cannot donate this Friday I urge you to donate blood through the American Red Cross at another time because it is easy, you will get great snacks and, most importantly, you will save lives!
You can see how in this persuasive speech outline the topic and thesis are stated in the introduction, the reasons for giving blood are the main points in the body of the outline and the conclusion contains the call to action.
Other ways of organizing a persuasive speech outline are "problem--solution", comparative advantages, criteria satisfaction, and motivational sequence.
Creating an effective persuasive speech outline is a critical element of preparing and delivering a persuasive speech that truly fulfills its purpose of persuading the audience to share your belief or take a particular action.
The persuasive speech outline will keep you on track. You will introduce your topic and your thesis effectively in the beginning of the speech.
You will provide the supportive material you need to build your case in the body of the speech.
The evidence that you use in the form of statistics, quotes, expert testimony and examples will support each of the main points.
Finally you will make your powerful call to action in the conclusion of your speech.
Now, go forth and be persuasive!
3) Informative Speech
Coming up with the right informative speech topics can be one of the most difficult parts of writing an informative speech. Before you come up with a strong topic, though, it is probably important to understand the basic premise of an informative speech.
Informative speeches are, essentially, a way to provide your audience with information on a given topic.
That information should be useful and helpful to those listening.
A good way to think of an informative speech is to think of it in terms of a teaching speech.
Your job as a speaker is to teach the audience everything they might need to know about your topic such as the effects of caffeine on your body or marriage rituals around the world.
Good informative speeches start with strong informative speech topics and a good informative speech outline.
Make sure that each piece of information you offer audience members is important to the topic you have chosen. Everything in your speech should be of value to audience members.
Selecting the right informative speech topic is easily one of the hardest parts of the speech process, but there are a few ways to make the process a bit easier on you.
In many real life speaking situations, what you speak about is dictated by the needs of the situation. For example, if your boss has asked you to speak during your morning meeting about the new software your company recently purchased, your chosen informative speech topic would obviously be the program your boss wants you to discuss.
However, there are times you will have to come up with your own ideas for informative speech topics. In a classroom setting, the teacher will often allow you to choose your own topic, thereby requiring you to come up with a subject matter that you want to write a speech on.
Example of topics:
- Caffeine
- Hybrid animals
- Childhood obesity
- How humour heals to get you started
Sample Outline for Informative Speech
Introduction:
1. How many people here are dog lovers?
2. I have loved dogs as long as I can remember and today I will talk about my three favorite breeds.
Body:
I. Great Dane
i. Appearance
ii. History
iii. Personality
II. St. Bernard
i. Appearance
ii. History
iii. Personality
III. Bloodhound
i. Appearance
ii. History
iii. Personality
Conclusion:
1. When it comes to dogs, everyone has their favorite. Today I hope you've learned something about the three breeds I love best, the Great Dane, St. Bernard and the Bloodhound.
This informative speech outline is an example of a very simple topically organized speech. In a more focused speech presenting a detailed history of the Great Dane, a chronological order might be used and the main points would be specific events that are important in the history of the Great Dane.
The important elements of writing an informative speech outline are having an introduction, a body with main points and sub points, and a conclusion. Be sure to put your main points in a logical order according to a topical, chronological or spatial organization and you'll have a great informative speech outline!
Informative speaking offers you an opportunity to practice your researching, writing, organizing, and speaking skills. You will learn how to discover and present information clearly. If you take the time to thoroughly research and understand your topic, to create a clearly organized speech, and to practice an enthusiastic, dynamic style of delivery, you can be an effective "teacher" during your informative speech. Finally, you will get a chance to practice a type of speaking you will undoubtedly use later in your professional career.
The purpose of the informative speech is to provide interesting, useful, and unique information to your audience. By dedicating yourself to the goals of providing information and appealing to your audience, you can take a positive step toward succeeding in your efforts as an informative speaker.
Types of Informative Speaking
1) Narrative Speech
A narrative is a type of informative speech that tells a story, relating a series of events. A narrative may be fictional or true. The narrative speech is organized chronologically and should include the use of transitions, such as next, then, afterwards, etc. Organize your speech carefully and include only main events or significant, relevant details of the story. Limit yourself to a specific time frame; in other words, don't try to tell your life story in 5 minutes.
Example of topics:
Birth of a Child
First Day of College
An Event that Changed Your Life
Story told to you by your Parents or Grandparents
A Frustrating Experience
Graduation Day
First Date
Family Gathering
Once upon a Time...
Exciting Vacation
Historical Event
Moving Day
2) Demonstrative /Process Analysis Speech
A demonstration speech is a type of informative speech. We will define a demonstration as any speech in which the speaker attempts to show the audience how to do something, how to make something, or how something works. In order to make effective demonstrations, a speaker needs the following: the audience to accept his or her personal expertise, a clear chronological organizational pattern, and the ability to use the materials of the demonstration. The speaker must demonstrate and explain; the speaker must identify the steps in the process and present them systematically.
Example of topics:
How to do it: racquetball killshot, hanging wallpaper, refinish furniture, perform basic magic
tricks, rewire a lamp, develop film
How to make it: paper figures, wood carvings, unusual dish, scrapbook
How it works: zone defense, compact disc, camera, photo copier, human circulatory system,
Sample Outline for Demonstrative Speech
General Purpose: To demonstrate
Specific Purpose: To demonstrate (how to properly groom your dog.) (replace with
your topic).
Central Idea: You can save money and bond in a big way if you groom your dog yourself.
Introduction: How much money do you spend on getting your dog groomed? $30, $40, $50 or more? Today I will demonstrate how to properly groom your dog and help you save money as well as bond more strongly with man's best friend.
Transition: Okay, let’s get ready by gathering everything we will need.
Body: (Use at least 3 main points)
1. Gather Materials
a. Brushes (explain different types of brushes for different dogs)
b. Towels
c. Nail Clippers (explain how to clip nails without cutting the quick)
d. Cotton
e. Special Ear Wash for Dogs
f. Shampoo
Transition: Now that we have all the grooming equipment, we need a dog! Here Fido!
2. Grooming steps
a. Brush dog to get rid of excess and matted hair
b. Clean ears with Cotton and Ear Wash
c. Wash/dry dog
d. Clip nails
3. After Grooming
a. Praise Fido for being such a trooper
b. Give Fido a treat
c. Pet Fido for awhile and do the bonding thing
Transition: Doesn't he look great.
Summary:
Grooming your dog is pretty simple. Simply gather all the materials you need, then brush out the excess or matted hair, clean the ears, wash/dry Fido then clip his nails. After the grooming is the most important step so don't forget to praise and pet your dog!
Conclusion:
Although grooming your own dog may take a bit more time than just leaving him at the groomer's, doing it yourself is a great way to save money and for the two of you to connect more deeply. What could be better than that!
Using a demonstrative speech outline will help you to organize your ideas and the flow of your demonstration. This will help you to feel relaxed and confident in presenting your demonstration or how to speech. Have fun!
3) Persuasive Speech
Settling on the right persuasive speech topics to meet your needs can be a bit tricky without igniting your passions or those of the audience members. Before you decide on your topic area, though, it is important to understand the fundamental concept of a persuasive speech.
When you think of a persuasive speech assignment, you may think only in terms of today's hottest topics in the headlines. In fact, though, if you consider those the only viable persuasive speech topics, you may be overlooking some of the most important aspects of good persuasive speeches.
The goal of any good persuasive speech is to help listeners make a decision about a topic. You want to influence your audience members to take action, whether that action be to change their beliefs on an issue or actually engage in some sort of activity.
Your persuasive speech will not only have to extrapolate on the finer points of your argument, it will also have to recognize the ideas of the other side of the issue.
If you are too fanatical about a particular topic, you may not be able to weigh both sides of the issue enough to satisfy the curiosity of audience members. As a result, focusing only on the most talked about issues of the day may not be a good idea from your standpoint or from the chairs in the speaking auditorium.
Motivational Sequence Speech--Persuasive (Action speech)
*a five step organizational plan for persuasive messages
1. Attention Step - getting listener’s attention
2. Need Step - establishing why a topic, problem, or issue should concern listeners
3. Satisfaction Step - briefly identifying how a plan will satisfy or meet a need
4. Visualization Step - describing outcomes if your solution is or is not adopted
5. Action - telling listeners the specific action they can take to implement your solution
Example of topics:
* Donate blood to the Red Cross * Become involved in a particular club
* Sign an organ donor card * Donate time or money
* Buy a particular product or service * Quit smoking
* Volunteer for a specific organization * Eat healthy
* Vote * Animal rights/testing
Sample Outline for Persuasive Speech
Persuasive speech outline purpose: To persuade my audience to donate blood through the American Red Cross.
Introduction:
1. Did you know that blood donated to the American Red Cross saves XXX lives per year?
2. People should give blood because it is easy and though there might be a little pain involved it is worth it because it saves so many lives and you get great snacks.
Body:
I. Giving blood is easy
a. It only takes about an hour
b. You just lay back and let the nurses do the work
c. It generally doesn't hurt much at all
II. The blood you give saves lives
a. People in accidents, people with cancer, people having surgery and women having babies are saved
b. Tell story of Linda K. whose life was saved when she started hemorrhaging after the birth of her twins.
III. If that isn't enough reason, you get great snacks
a. You are not allowed to leave until you have had something to eat and drink like crackers, cookies and juice
b. At some blood drives restaurants donate food
Conclusion:
1. There is a blood drive this Friday at the fire station from 10 to 3. Please start your habit of blood donation right away.
2. If you cannot donate this Friday I urge you to donate blood through the American Red Cross at another time because it is easy, you will get great snacks and, most importantly, you will save lives!
You can see how in this persuasive speech outline the topic and thesis are stated in the introduction, the reasons for giving blood are the main points in the body of the outline and the conclusion contains the call to action.
Other ways of organizing a persuasive speech outline are "problem--solution", comparative advantages, criteria satisfaction, and motivational sequence.
Creating an effective persuasive speech outline is a critical element of preparing and delivering a persuasive speech that truly fulfills its purpose of persuading the audience to share your belief or take a particular action.
The persuasive speech outline will keep you on track. You will introduce your topic and your thesis effectively in the beginning of the speech.
You will provide the supportive material you need to build your case in the body of the speech.
The evidence that you use in the form of statistics, quotes, expert testimony and examples will support each of the main points.
Finally you will make your powerful call to action in the conclusion of your speech.
Now, go forth and be persuasive!
3) Informative Speech
Coming up with the right informative speech topics can be one of the most difficult parts of writing an informative speech. Before you come up with a strong topic, though, it is probably important to understand the basic premise of an informative speech.
Informative speeches are, essentially, a way to provide your audience with information on a given topic.
That information should be useful and helpful to those listening.
A good way to think of an informative speech is to think of it in terms of a teaching speech.
Your job as a speaker is to teach the audience everything they might need to know about your topic such as the effects of caffeine on your body or marriage rituals around the world.
Good informative speeches start with strong informative speech topics and a good informative speech outline.
Make sure that each piece of information you offer audience members is important to the topic you have chosen. Everything in your speech should be of value to audience members.
Selecting the right informative speech topic is easily one of the hardest parts of the speech process, but there are a few ways to make the process a bit easier on you.
In many real life speaking situations, what you speak about is dictated by the needs of the situation. For example, if your boss has asked you to speak during your morning meeting about the new software your company recently purchased, your chosen informative speech topic would obviously be the program your boss wants you to discuss.
However, there are times you will have to come up with your own ideas for informative speech topics. In a classroom setting, the teacher will often allow you to choose your own topic, thereby requiring you to come up with a subject matter that you want to write a speech on.
Example of topics:
- Caffeine
- Hybrid animals
- Childhood obesity
- How humour heals to get you started
Sample Outline for Informative Speech
Introduction:
1. How many people here are dog lovers?
2. I have loved dogs as long as I can remember and today I will talk about my three favorite breeds.
Body:
I. Great Dane
i. Appearance
ii. History
iii. Personality
II. St. Bernard
i. Appearance
ii. History
iii. Personality
III. Bloodhound
i. Appearance
ii. History
iii. Personality
Conclusion:
1. When it comes to dogs, everyone has their favorite. Today I hope you've learned something about the three breeds I love best, the Great Dane, St. Bernard and the Bloodhound.
This informative speech outline is an example of a very simple topically organized speech. In a more focused speech presenting a detailed history of the Great Dane, a chronological order might be used and the main points would be specific events that are important in the history of the Great Dane.
The important elements of writing an informative speech outline are having an introduction, a body with main points and sub points, and a conclusion. Be sure to put your main points in a logical order according to a topical, chronological or spatial organization and you'll have a great informative speech outline!
Strategies for Selecting a Topic for Public Speaking
Strategies for Selecting a Topi
In many cases, circumstances will dictate the topic of your speech. However, if the topic has not been assigned or if you are having difficulty figuring out how to frame your topic as an informative speech, the following may be useful.
Begin by thinking of your interests. If you have always loved art, contemplate possible topics dealing with famous artists, art works, or different types of art. If you are employed, think of aspects of your job or aspects of your employer's business that would be interesting to talk about. While you cannot substitute personal experience for detailed research, your own experience can supplement your research and add vitality to your presentation. Choose one of the items below to learn more about selecting a topic.
Learn More about an Unfamiliar Topic
You may benefit more by selecting an unfamiliar topic that interests you. You can challenge yourself by choosing a topic you'd like to learn about and to help others understand it. If the Buddhist religion has always been an interesting and mysterious topic to you, research the topic and create a speech that offers an understandable introduction to the religion. Remember to adapt Buddhism to your audience and tell them why you think this information is useful to them. By taking this approach, you can learn something new and learn how to synthesize new information for your
audience.
Think about Previous Classes
You might find a topic by thinking of classes you have taken. Think back to concepts covered in those classes and consider whether they would serve as unique, interesting, and enlightening topics for the informative speech. In astronomy, you learned about red giants. In history, you learned about Napoleon. In political science, you learned about The Federalist Papers. Past classes serve as rich resources for informative speech topics. If you make this choice, use your class notes and textbook as a starting point. To fully develop the content, you will need to do extensive research and perhaps even a few interviews.
Talk to Others
Topic selection does not have to be an individual effort. Spend time talking about potential topics with classmates or friends. This method can be extremely effective because other people can stimulate further ideas when you get stuck. When you use this method, always keep the basic requirements and the audience in mind. Just because you and your friend think home-brew is a great topic does not mean it will enthrall your audience or impress your instructor. While you talk with your classmates or friends, jot notes about potential topics and create a master list when you exhaust the possibilities. From this list, choose a topic with intellectual merit, originality, and potential to entertain while informing.
Source:
http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/speaking/infomod/index.cfm
In many cases, circumstances will dictate the topic of your speech. However, if the topic has not been assigned or if you are having difficulty figuring out how to frame your topic as an informative speech, the following may be useful.
Begin by thinking of your interests. If you have always loved art, contemplate possible topics dealing with famous artists, art works, or different types of art. If you are employed, think of aspects of your job or aspects of your employer's business that would be interesting to talk about. While you cannot substitute personal experience for detailed research, your own experience can supplement your research and add vitality to your presentation. Choose one of the items below to learn more about selecting a topic.
Learn More about an Unfamiliar Topic
You may benefit more by selecting an unfamiliar topic that interests you. You can challenge yourself by choosing a topic you'd like to learn about and to help others understand it. If the Buddhist religion has always been an interesting and mysterious topic to you, research the topic and create a speech that offers an understandable introduction to the religion. Remember to adapt Buddhism to your audience and tell them why you think this information is useful to them. By taking this approach, you can learn something new and learn how to synthesize new information for your
audience.
Think about Previous Classes
You might find a topic by thinking of classes you have taken. Think back to concepts covered in those classes and consider whether they would serve as unique, interesting, and enlightening topics for the informative speech. In astronomy, you learned about red giants. In history, you learned about Napoleon. In political science, you learned about The Federalist Papers. Past classes serve as rich resources for informative speech topics. If you make this choice, use your class notes and textbook as a starting point. To fully develop the content, you will need to do extensive research and perhaps even a few interviews.
Talk to Others
Topic selection does not have to be an individual effort. Spend time talking about potential topics with classmates or friends. This method can be extremely effective because other people can stimulate further ideas when you get stuck. When you use this method, always keep the basic requirements and the audience in mind. Just because you and your friend think home-brew is a great topic does not mean it will enthrall your audience or impress your instructor. While you talk with your classmates or friends, jot notes about potential topics and create a master list when you exhaust the possibilities. From this list, choose a topic with intellectual merit, originality, and potential to entertain while informing.
Source:
http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/speaking/infomod/index.cfm
Communication Skills 2 Notes
Attention CS2 Students for Semester 3/2009
Please download your notes here and print it out by next week. Inform the others too. TQ! Read Chapter 1,2 & 3.
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Please download your notes here and print it out by next week. Inform the others too. TQ! Read Chapter 1,2 & 3.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD:
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