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Gestures are physical movements that represent concretely the ______ and emotions of the speaker.
Gestures are physical movements that represent concretely the ______ and emotions of the speaker.
ideas
Descriptive gestures indicate the meaning ______ or by suggestion.
Descriptive gestures indicate the meaning ______ or by suggestion.
literally
Symbolic gestures are representative or ______ rather than literal.
Symbolic gestures are representative or ______ rather than literal.
figurative
Locative gestures refer to pointing a ______, position or direction.
Locative gestures refer to pointing a ______, position or direction.
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Emphatic gestures are used when ______ or ideas need to be stressed or reinforced.
Emphatic gestures are used when ______ or ideas need to be stressed or reinforced.
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Transitional gestures are used to move your audience from one ______ to the next or to enumerate things.
Transitional gestures are used to move your audience from one ______ to the next or to enumerate things.
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Dramatic / imitative gestures convey impersonation of another person's ______.
Dramatic / imitative gestures convey impersonation of another person's ______.
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The ______ of a gesture consists of taking the hand to the point where the stroke or emphasis occurs.
The ______ of a gesture consists of taking the hand to the point where the stroke or emphasis occurs.
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Random action includes fidgeting with ______ and beads.
Random action includes fidgeting with ______ and beads.
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Perpetual motion is a constant and continued use of ______ will hinder reinforcement of meaning.
Perpetual motion is a constant and continued use of ______ will hinder reinforcement of meaning.
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An ______ gesture is an incomplete or not adequately executed movement.
An ______ gesture is an incomplete or not adequately executed movement.
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Rapport builders include dressing and grooming appropriately for the ______.
Rapport builders include dressing and grooming appropriately for the ______.
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Using ______ language helps to build rapport with the audience.
Using ______ language helps to build rapport with the audience.
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Stage Fright is a fear of speaking in front of a group of ______.
Stage Fright is a fear of speaking in front of a group of ______.
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Actors often refer to Stage Fright as “______ sweat”.
Actors often refer to Stage Fright as “______ sweat”.
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Psychologists have another term for Stage Fright, calling it “______”.
Psychologists have another term for Stage Fright, calling it “______”.
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The first act of speech is ______, in which you get air into a storage chamber;
The first act of speech is ______, in which you get air into a storage chamber;
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The ability to adjust or manipulate the resonance and timbre of one's voice is referred to as ______.
The ability to adjust or manipulate the resonance and timbre of one's voice is referred to as ______.
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Proper ______ gives life to a talk, stirs emotions, and motivates to action.
Proper ______ gives life to a talk, stirs emotions, and motivates to action.
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[Blank] refers to the speaker's skill in pronouncing the words of the speech.
[Blank] refers to the speaker's skill in pronouncing the words of the speech.
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The process by which you force air into vibration by the action of the vocal folds is called ______.
The process by which you force air into vibration by the action of the vocal folds is called ______.
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The act of modifying the sound by movement of the teeth, tongue, and lips into recognizable patterns is called ______.
The act of modifying the sound by movement of the teeth, tongue, and lips into recognizable patterns is called ______.
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Speak at a rate so that your audience can understand you because fast delivery betrays a lack of ______.
Speak at a rate so that your audience can understand you because fast delivery betrays a lack of ______.
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Never deliver your speech in a ______ as it will not only bore but also send your audience to sleep.
Never deliver your speech in a ______ as it will not only bore but also send your audience to sleep.
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Symptoms of stage fright include ______ mouth and ______ hands.
Symptoms of stage fright include ______ mouth and ______ hands.
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To manage stage fright, one should learn to ______ in their physical body.
To manage stage fright, one should learn to ______ in their physical body.
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One way to manage stage fright is to give yourself permission to feel the ______ tension.
One way to manage stage fright is to give yourself permission to feel the ______ tension.
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Involving your ______ is one way to manage stage fright.
Involving your ______ is one way to manage stage fright.
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Concentrating on what you're ______ is a tip to manage stage fright.
Concentrating on what you're ______ is a tip to manage stage fright.
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Module 7 is about ______ Communication in Context.
Module 7 is about ______ Communication in Context.
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The email address of the university is [email protected].
The email address of the university is [email protected].
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The article 'Nine Tips To Immediately Speak With More Confidence And Impact' is from ______ from Montis.
The article 'Nine Tips To Immediately Speak With More Confidence And Impact' is from ______ from Montis.
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After researching and organizing a topic, a speaker needs to work on their ______.
After researching and organizing a topic, a speaker needs to work on their ______.
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In the context of public speaking, ______ refers to the presentation of the speech.
In the context of public speaking, ______ refers to the presentation of the speech.
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The principles of speech delivery rely on both verbal and ______ communication.
The principles of speech delivery rely on both verbal and ______ communication.
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The ______ of speech delivery is important because it is what is most immediate to the audience.
The ______ of speech delivery is important because it is what is most immediate to the audience.
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Even the most impressive ______ has little meaning without diligent work on the initial parts of the speech process.
Even the most impressive ______ has little meaning without diligent work on the initial parts of the speech process.
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At the end of this module, the student will be able to identify the importance of ______ delivery.
At the end of this module, the student will be able to identify the importance of ______ delivery.
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The ______ of public speaking benefit you in the future.
The ______ of public speaking benefit you in the future.
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The student will be able to apply the principles of ______ delivery.
The student will be able to apply the principles of ______ delivery.
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Study Notes
Principles of Speech Delivery
- Speech delivery refers to the presentation of a speech after researching, organizing, and practicing.
- It relies on both verbal and nonverbal communication.
Importance of Speech Delivery
- Effective speech delivery is crucial to convey the message to the audience.
- A well-prepared speech combined with good delivery can lead to success as a speaker.
Principles of Effective Speech Delivery
1. Articulation
- Refers to the speaker's skill in pronouncing words clearly and effectively.
- Involves breathing, phonation, resonation, and articulation.
2. Modulation
- Refers to the speaker's ability to adjust or manipulate the resonance and timbre of their voice.
- Proper modulation gives life to a talk, stirs emotions, and motivates the audience.
3. Gestures
- Classification of gestures:
- Descriptive gestures
- Symbolic gestures
- Locative gestures
- Emphatic gestures
- Transitional gestures
- Dramatic/imitative gestures
- Uses of gestures:
- To point the location of objects
- To give emphasis to statements or ask questions
- To entreat or plead for something
- To picture an object
- To stimulate the imagination
- Parts of a gesture:
- Preparation
- Stroke
- Return
- Common sins in using gestures:
- Random action
- Perpetual motion
- Abortive gesture
Audience Rapport
- Building rapport is the process of creating an understanding and harmonious bond between the speaker and the audience.
- Rapport builders include:
- Dressing and grooming appropriately
- Being organized and ready with suitable content
- Demonstrating knowledge of the audience
- Using inclusive language
- Identifying and emphasizing common ground
- Avoiding jargon
- Showing humanity through personal experiences
- Being mindful of body language and making eye contact
Stage Fright
- Defined as a fear of speaking in front of a group of people.
- Also known as "performance anxiety" or "topophobia".
- Symptoms:
- Dry mouth
- Tight throat
- Sweaty hands
- Shaky hands
- Nausea
- Trembling lips
- Fast pulse
- Shaky knees
- Any out-of-the-ordinary outward or inward feeling
- How to manage stage fright:
- Learn and practice diaphragmatic breathing
- Learn to be grounded in your physical body
- Give yourself permission to feel nervous tension
- Use the right joke at the right time
- Involve your listeners
- Concentrate on what you're saying, not how you're saying it
- Prepare, prepare, prepare
Additional Tips
- Nine tips to immediately speak with more confidence and impact:
- (Source: Elizabeth Van Den Bergh from Montis)
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