Methods of Competent Delivery
Memorized Speaking
Memorizing your speech.
Eye Contact
Don't be pinned to your notes.
Body Movemnt
To a minimum, it can be distracting.
Manuscript Speaking
Reading straight from the paper.
Podium Usage
Podiums are to hold your paper not to lean on.
Speaking Rate
Don't talk too fast.
Extemporaneous Speaking
Prepared outline or notes.
Microphone Usage
Only needed in large groups.
Distracting Behaviors
All of these examples.
Impromptu Speaking
Appearing like you didn't practice your speech.
Audience-Centered
Content should match the audience.
Fluency
Avoid: um, like, etc.
Voice
Inflection- Vocal variety
Pitch- Voice range
Volume- Power of voice
Articulation & Pronunciation
Articulation- speaking clearly
Pronunciation- saying words correctly.