Essentials of public speaking
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Essentials of public speaking
(Cengage advantage books)
Cengage Learning, c2015
6th ed
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 337-348) and index
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Description
Think public speaking skills aren't important? Think again. Packed with sample speeches illustrating what to do as well as plenty of examples detailing what not to do, this value-priced public speaking text equips you with the essential skills and theories needed to become an effective public speaker. ESSENTIALS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING delivers abundant practical advice, intriguing discussions on the role of ethics in public speaking, and up-to-date coverage on effectively using technology in speech development and delivery. The sixth edition will help you get started with effective public speaking in the very first chapter with information on 11 types of introductory speeches. You'll learn how to answer interview questions on Skype and prepare video clips for college or job applications. You'll be able to access �how-to� videos on your mobile device by scanning QR codes in the book's Quick Start Guide.
Table of Contents
Part I: FOUNDATIONS.
1. Public Speaking: Let's Start Speaking Now.
2. Building Speaker Confidence.
3. Listening: What Speakers and Listeners Should Know.
4. Public Speaking: Make Ethics and Technology Work for You.
Part II: PREPARING AND PRESENTING.
5. Analyzing Your Audience and Selecting a Really Great Topic.
6. Researching, Organizing, and Outlining Your Topic.
7. Interesting Visual and Verbal Supporting Materials.
8. Effective Delivery.
Part III: THREE TYPES OF SPEECHES.
9. Informative Speaking.
10. Persuasive Speaking.
11. Special Occasion Speaking.
12. Team Presentations.
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