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Speaking is the skill that makes human beings different from and superior to the species of living beings. Although speaking may be considered as a complex cognitive and linguistic skill, nothing beats practice and preparation in honing such skill.
The process or act of performing a speech to a live audience is called public speaking. Public speaking is commonly understood as formal, face-to-face speaking of a single person to a group of listeners. Public speaking is composed of four vital elements (the speaker, the audience, the message, and the effect) with one interdependent from another depending on the mastery of the speaker.
Good public speaking skills are important in other areas of your life, not only when you are dealing with your future learners. You might be asked to make a speech at a friend's wedding, give a eulogy for a loved one, or inspire a group of volunteers at a charity event. This week's lesson seeks to help you understand the value of having good public speaking skills and honing you to be a good speaker.
The use of appropriate gestures and body language is imperative for a good public speaking performance. Study the texts below in practicing proper gestures and body language while speaking in public.
Using Appropriate Gestures
1. Index
Use to indicate or stress an important point using the forefinger
2. Supine
Done with the arm extended on the level of the shoulder or up with open palm up
3. Clenched Fist
Arm extended with the fingers closed on a very tight grip; Use to show wrath or anger
4. Prone
Arm extended with open palm down moved gently upward or downward as if motioning for silence
5. Bow Down
- Done with the head in prostrate position; Usually used when you want to acknowledge someone or something humbly
Using Appropriate Gestures
1. Index
Use to indicate or stress an important point using the forefinger
2. Supine
Done with the arm extended on the level of the shoulder or up with open palm up
3. Clenched Fist
Arm extended with the fingers closed on a very tight grip; Use to show wrath or anger
4. Prone
Arm extended with open palm down moved gently upward or downward as if motioning for silence
5. Bow Down
- Done with the head in prostrate position; Usually used when you want to acknowledge someone or something humbly
Using the Body Language
1. Eye contact
Gives the audience a personal connection and can demonstrate your certainty in what you are saying
2. Facial expressions
Highlights the emotion of a particular turn of phrase, as well as the lightness or seriousness of a particular statement
3. Posture
Allows you to come across as confident and as sure of your message
4. Gestures
- Hand movements that can be used to emphasize points
1. Eye contact
Gives the audience a personal connection and can demonstrate your certainty in what you are saying
2. Facial expressions
Highlights the emotion of a particular turn of phrase, as well as the lightness or seriousness of a particular statement
3. Posture
Allows you to come across as confident and as sure of your message
4. Gestures
- Hand movements that can be used to emphasize points
Watch the Youtube videos below in order to gain a deeper understanding of the power of public speaking and how to deliver it much better. You are also encouraged to read and watch more informative texts and videos in consonance of the topic this week.
Youtube video 3
Suggested Readings:
How To Improve English Speaking Skills (https://effortlessenglishclub.com/improve-english-speaking-skills)
10 Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills (https://www.extension.harvard.edu/professional-development/blog/10-tips-improving-your-public-speaking-skills)
Suggested Readings:
How To Improve English Speaking Skills (https://effortlessenglishclub.com/improve-english-speaking-skills)
10 Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills (https://www.extension.harvard.edu/professional-development/blog/10-tips-improving-your-public-speaking-skills)
Task:
Write a public speech with the theme, "Solidarity Amid Calamity; Humanity Over Hysteria." Your speech must be composed of 3-5 paragraphs with a solid introduction, body, and conclusion. Focus on the timely issue of the emergence of the coronavirus on your speech. Make sure that you mention credible sources in your speech and that your information is factual. Your speech must be persuasive in nature. Submit your written work in a document format. Read the instructions below. You will be performing your speech once we meet again in April.
Submission Instructions:
Email your works at tindespares@yahoo.com. Indicate the course code (Engl 111) with your full name and class schedule as your email subject. Submit your works not later than Monday midnight next week (March 23, 2020).
All tasks must be in docs format (font: Verdana; size 11). The title of your work, as well as your name, must be centered while your speech proper must be justified.
All tasks must be in docs format (font: Verdana; size 11). The title of your work, as well as your name, must be centered while your speech proper must be justified.
Submitted works with no/lacking information shall not be graded.
Note:
- Please do not send your outputs to me via the Facebook messenger app.
- Your midterm exam will take place once the ncov-19 advisory will be lifted.
Thank you. Stay safe and God bless. Stay indoors and pray.
- Your midterm exam will take place once the ncov-19 advisory will be lifted.
Thank you. Stay safe and God bless. Stay indoors and pray.
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