Objectives:

Understand the principles of nonverbal communication (NVC)
Recognize the functions of nonverbal
Learn to distinguish different types of NVC
Apply knowledge of NVC to public speaking practice

This 45 minute tutorial is a new take on "the informative speech" that uses classical Genre theory to argue that the secret to great informative speaking is NOT informing your audience. Strategies for invention and organization are then presented.

A brief tutorial on creating and delivering persuasive speeches. Topics include what it means to persuade, functions and types of persuasive speaking, and picking topics for persuasive speeches.

This workbook is designed to give students in communication sciences and disorders foundational knowledge in Phonetics. Students will learn to listen and transcribe the speech of typically developing speakers of Standard American English in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). Students will also learn how to listen and transcribe the speech of individuals with common speech sound disorders (i.e., residual articulation disorders and phonological disorders). Students will also be introduced to the fundamentals of speech science and spectrograms as they pertain to speech sound production.

When you pick your topic, it's not set in stone. Picking and adjusting your topic is an integral part of the research process!

This video explores the differences between popular and scholarly sources in the context of the information cycle.

This textbook covers content relevant to COMS342 Problem Solving in Teams and Groups at the University of Kansas.

The Public Speaking course was developed through the Ohio Department of Higher Education OER Innovation Grant. This work was completed and the course was posted in September 2019. The course is part of the Ohio Transfer Assurance Guides and is also named OCM013. For more information about credit transfer between Ohio colleges and universities, please visit: www.ohiohighered.org/transfer.Team LeadJessica Papajcik                                Stark State College   Content ContributorsJames Jarc                                        Central Ohio Technical CollegeJanny Nauman                                  North Central State CollegeCarrie Tomko                                     University of Akron LibrarianAllen Reichert                                   Otterbein UniversityReview TeamLaura Garcia                                     Washington State Community CollegeJasmine Roberts                               Ohio State University

One of the keys to successful public speaking is being audience-centered.   Always asking the question: What’s in it for them?  Thoughtful audience analysis allows the speaker to adapt all presentations to the needs of their specific audience and situation.  Audience analysis is categorized into three types: demographic, psychographic and situational analysis.  Demographic analysis addresses who your audience is in terms of age, race, religion, education, income, occupation and group affiliation.  Psychographic analysis explores an audience’s attitudes toward the speaker and topic. Situation analysis focuses on the physical environment in which you will be presenting and why the audiences attend. The section further explores tools for gathering audience analysis information by using existing databases, direct observation, interviews, surveys or focus groups.  Without audience analysis you’re just talking. ith audience analysis, you are speaking with a purpose, which makes a great difference on the impact of your message.

By this point, you’re probably aware that delivering your speech is only one part of the public speaking process. Clearly, it’s a critical part of the process, and most likely, the only part that your audience will see, so it’s important to get it right. Strong, confident delivery can help you build rapport and trust among your audience. Supporting your speech with effective presentation aids will help increase audience interest and hopefully understanding of your important ideas. This section will go over several strategies for how to make the most of your time in the spotlight, on stage, in class, or in the corporate boardroom. Part one of this topic deals with the actual delivery of the speech. Part two of this section deals with the development and use of presentation aids. Upon completion of this unit, students should be equipped with practical strategies that they can use to deliver dynamic, engaging, and memorable speeches, no matter the situation. Of course, it takes practice to develop good speech delivery habits, so students should be encouraged to take extra time to form these skills. With support and guidance, even the most timid students can make great strides toward developing a strong “presence” that audiences will really respond to! 

Informative speaking is one of the most common forms of public speaking.  This section starts with the goals of an informative presentation and why we give informative presentations.  Next, it gives strategies for making our information clear and interesting to the audience. There are various types of informative speeches, which focus on objects, people, events, concepts,  or processes. Lastly, the section emphasizes the types of information covered in informative presentations.