Principles of Effective Speech Delivery PDF

A. Identify the principles of effective speech delivery through video clip; B. Apply the principles of effective speech delivery through different presentations and impromptu speech; C. Develop self-confidence in giving speeches. PRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE SPEECH DELIVERY 1ST Principle...

A. Identify the principles of effective speech delivery through video clip; B. Apply the principles of effective speech delivery through different presentations and impromptu speech; C. Develop self-confidence in giving speeches. PRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE SPEECH DELIVERY 1ST Principle: ARTICULATION This refers to the speaker’s skill in pronouncing the words of the speech since clear diction effectively transmits the message. This also means the act of vocal expression; utterance o r enunciation. 2nd Principle: MODULATION This refers to the speaker’s ability to adjust or manipulate the resonance and timbre of one’s voice. This also means the fine-tuning of the pitch or tone of voice that helps the audience clearly hear and understand the lecture, presentation, and speech delivered by a speaker. Proper modulation gives life to a talk, stirs emotions, and motivates to action. Lack of modulation may give the impression that you have no real interest in your subject. 3rd Principle:STAGE PRESENCE This refers to the speaker’s ability to “own” the stage, filling it with one’s personality and projecting it to the audience or group of listeners. This also means the sum total of all the qualities that keep the audience engaged while delivering a speech. 4th Principle: FACIAL EXPRESSIONS, GESTURES and MOVEMENT FACIAL EXPRESSIONS are meaningful visible symbols of speech. This reflects the speaker’s thinking and emotional attitudes Two Principles A. manifest facial expression naturally by freeing yourself of inhibition B. avoid planning or rehearsing facial expressions in advance for they should be directed by the meaning of the words being conveyed Common Sins in the Use of Facial Expressions Poker face is a product of nervous tension which inhibits facial expression. Mugger is an exaggerated facial grimace which distracts the attention of the audience for it calls to itself not to the message of the speech Facial contortionist is a way whereby the speaker release pent-up tension through random activity of the facial muscles  MOVEMENTS / BODILY ACTIONS -are supplements to good speech with its being transformed into actual replacement for the audible code. Its uses include: (a) adjusting to the speaking situation; (b) securing and maintaining interest and attention; (c) clarifying meaning and (d) attaining emphasis in speech.  Common Sins in the Use of Movements Statue / stone - The speaker appears incapable of movement. Pacer - The speaker paces and walks from one side of the platform to the other and back. Swayer - The speaker rhythmically moves his body from side to side or forward and backward followed by the shifting of weight  GESTURES - are purposive movements of some parts of the body, but not the entire body. These include movements of heads, shoulders, arms and occasionally feet. These are all physical movements that represent concretely the ideas and emotions of the speaker. These are also the products of the inner impulses and forces of thoughts of a speaker.  OPEN GESTURES CLOSED GESTURES open hands hand covering mouth palms up making fists unbuttoning jacket peering over top of glasses spontaneous eye contact glancing at exit Smile Frown leaning forward leaning back Relaxed Rigid hands away from face looking at floor standing straight moving away feet apart legs, crossed, shaking foot shoulders squared Fidgeting uncrossed legs locked ankles welcoming handshake folded arms Touching cold shoulder Patting open palm tapping rubbing palms together hand wringing affirmative head nods head lowered calm use of facial movements staring or eyes closed seating arrangement with no barriers stalling for time (writing, cleaning glasses, etc.) 5th Principle: AUDIENCE RAPPORT "Building rapport" is the name given to the process of creating an understanding and harmonious bond between yourself and someone else. Good rapport ensures that the message will be actively listened to.  STAGE FRIGHT is a fear of speaking in front of a group of people. This is often called “performance anxiety”. Actors call it “flop sweat”. Psychologists call it “topophobia”. -dry mouth - tight throat - sweaty hands - shaky hands - nausea - fast pulse - trembling lips - shaky knees - cold hands any out-of-the-ordinary outward or inward feeling occurring before or during a presentation How to Manage Stage Fright learn and practice diaphragmatic breathing learn to be grounded in your physical body give yourself permission to feel the nervous tension use the right joke at the right time involve your listeners concentrate on what you’re saying, not on how you’re saying it prepare, prepare, prepare “Great speakers are not born, they are trained” -Anonymous Station 1 /Singers– Sing the song entitled “We Are The World”. Refer to the given hand-out for the lyrics. Be creative with your presentation applying the principles that we discussed. Station 2 Actors/Actresses- Dramatize one of the common problems today which is “Human Trafficking”. Apply the principles. Station 3 Poets – Present a chorale reading of the poem entitled “The Seven Ages of Man” by William Shakespeare applying the principles of effective speech delivery