Speech Writing Lecture Notes PDF

SPEECH WRITING PROCESS *The following are the components of the speech writing process.* 1\. Audience analysis entails looking into the profile of your target audience. This is done so you can tailor-fit your speech content and delivery to your audience. 2\. The purpose for writing and deliveri...

SPEECH WRITING PROCESS *The following are the components of the speech writing process.* 1\. Audience analysis entails looking into the profile of your target audience. This is done so you can tailor-fit your speech content and delivery to your audience. 2\. The purpose for writing and delivering the speech can be classified into three---to inform, to entertain, or to persuade. 3\. The topic is your focal point of your speech, which can be determined once you have decided on your purpose. If you are free to decide on a topic, choose one that really interests you. There are a variety of strategies used in selecting a topic, such as using your personal experiences, discussing with your family members or friends, free writing, listing, asking questions, or semantic webbing. 4\. Narrowing down a topic means making your main idea more specific and focused. The strategies in selecting a topic can also be used when you narrow down a topic. 5\. Data gathering is the stage where you collect ideas, information, sources, and references relevant or related to your specific topic. This can be done by visiting the library, browsing the web, observing a certain phenomenon or event related to your topic, or conducting an interview or survey. The data that you will gather will be very useful in making your speech informative, entertaining, or persuasive. 6\. Writing patterns, in general, are structures that will help you organize the ideas related to your topic. Examples are biographical, categorical/topical, causal, chronological, comparison/contrast, problem-solution, and spatial. 7\. An outline is a hierarchical list that shows the relationship of your ideas. Experts in public speaking state that once your outline is ready, two-thirds of your speech writing is finished. A good outline helps you see that all the ideas are in line with your main idea or message. The elements of an outline include introduction, body, and conclusion. Write your outline based on how you want your ideas to develop. 8\. The body of the speech provides explanations, examples, or any details that can help you deliver your purpose and explain the main idea of your speech. 9\. The introduction is the foundation of your speech. Here, your primary goal is to get the attention of your audience and present the subject or main idea of your speech. Your first few words should do so. 10\. The conclusion restates the main idea of your speech. Furthermore, it provides a summary, emphasizes the message, and calls for action. While the primary goal of the introduction is to get the attention of your audience, the conclusion aims to leave the audience with a memorable statement. 11\. Editing/Revising your written speech involves correcting errors in mechanics, such as grammar, punctuation, capitalization, unity, coherence, and others. 12\. Rehearsing gives you an opportunity to identify what works and what does not work for you and for your target audience. Some strategies include reading your speech aloud, recording for your own analysis or for your peers or coaches to give feedback on your delivery. The best thing to remember at this stage is: "Constant practice makes perfect." *Some Guidelines in Speech Writing* 1\. Keep your words short and simple. Your speech is meant to be heard by your audience, not read. 2. Avoid jargon, acronyms, or technical words because they can confuse your audience. 3\. Make your speech more personal. Use the personal pronoun "I," but take care not to overuse it. When you need to emphasize collectiveness with your audience, use the personal pronoun "we." 4\. Use active verbs and contractions because they add to the personal and conversational tone of your speech. 5\. Be sensitive of your audience. Be very careful with your language, jokes, and nonverbal cues. 6\. Use metaphors and other figures of speech to effectively convey your point. 7\. Manage your time well; make sure that the speech falls under the time limit. **score** **grade** ----------- ----------- 36-34 100 33-31 97 30-28 94 27-25 91 24-22 88 21-19 85 18-16 82 15-13 79