An Abstract Concept

Speaking To Inform - Advanced Communication Manual
Project #5 "An Abstract Concept" Objectives:

• Research and organize the thought of experts on an abstract concept, theory, historical force, or social/political issue.
• Present the ideas in a clear and interesting manner.
• Time 10-12 minutes

A Fact Finding Report

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Project #4 "A Fact Finding Report" Objectives:

• Prepare a report on a situation, event, or problem of interest to the audience.
• Deliver sufficient factual information in your report so the audience can base valid conclusions or a sound decision on it.
• Time 10-12 minutes

The Demonstration Talk

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Project #3 "The Demonstration Talk" Objectives:

• Prepare a demonstration speech to clearly explain a process, product, or activity.
• Conduct the demonstration as part of a speech delivered without notes.
• Time 10-12 minutes

Resources To Inform

Speaking To Inform - Advanced Communication Manual
Project #2 "Resources To Inform" Objectives:

• Analyze the knowledge level of your audience regarding your chosen subject.
• Focus your presentation at the audience’s level of knowledge.
• Build a supporting case for each major point through use of explanation, examples and information gathered in research.
• Effectively use at least one visual aid to enhance the audience’s understanding.
• Time 8-10 minutes

The Speech To Inform

Speaking To Inform - Advanced Communication Manual
Project #1 "The Speech To Inform" Objectives:

• Select new and useful information for presentation to the audience.
• Organize the information for easy understandability and retention.
• Present the information in a way that will help motivate the audience to learn.
• Time 5-7 minutes