Public Speaking I
What is glossophobia?
Fear of public speaking
What is the name of fear in any communication situation?
Communication apprehension
What is the name for the label or labels we use for ourselves?
Self-concept
What is the term used for analysis or comments that are designed to help someone improve his performance in a specific area?
Constructive criticism
What is the hormone that the body produces during times of stress?
Adrenaline
No!
What leads us to accept only information about ourselves that fits our self-concept?
Selective self-verification
What should someone do before offering constructive criticism?
The audience knows that the speaker has integrity, or follows a strict code of ethics.
What causes people to trust and listen to a speaker?
Credibility
What is social comparison theory?
A theory of self-concept that states that we sometimes base our self-concept on comparisons with other people.
Accept what they have to say and use it to improve your performance in the future
Structure, delivery, preparation, or precision
List TWO ways to direct your nervous energy when speaking.
More gestures, increased volume, increased intensity, or planned movement
What is reflected appraisal theory?
DAILY DOUBLE
The theory that states that self-concept is based on what you think other people think about you.
Donald noticed that his friend Antonio stared at his paper while giving a report in English class. He walked up to Antonio and told him that he looked stupid staring at his paper. Antonio got mad and wouldn't speak to him for the rest of the day.
Where did Donald go wrong?
- He didn't offer any praise or positive feedback
- He was unkind and criticized Antonio personally than offering him suggestions on how to improve
What is NOT one of the similarities between formal and informal speaking?
Credibility
Preparation
Organization
Response
DAILY DOUBLE
Preparation
What are the four differences between informal and formal speaking?
Structure, delivery, preparation, and precision.
Erica begins her freshman year at a new school. She notices that all the other girls wear designer clothing and bags, while she buys all of her clothes at Target. Erica becomes convinced that she is poor and cheap. What is Erica experiencing?
What are three ways speech training will help you?
Project confidence
Research/organize information
Listen better