Creating An Impact with Visual Aids

We have discussed how to use powerpoint correctly to contribute to producing an effective message. What other types of visual aids could be used in a speech to creae an impact. Think outside the box and past the list of visuals that we dicussed in class and are mentioned in the text, eg., models, charts, etc. What creative ways could technology, and the internet sites be used? Or, what other types of visuals can you come up with has examples? Give two hypothetical situations and the type of visual aid that would be utilized in each speech. Comment due Nov.5

Informative Speech Critiques

Post your comments to our first informative speech here in this blog post. Be sure to include three strengths and three improvements. The comments must details and include both delivery and content comments. I am looking for depth in your responses. Be sure to include in your critique suggestions for how to make needed improvements.

Toastmasters

What is toastmasters? Toastmasters ia an organization that has been around for 84 years helping people develop and practice their speaking skills. This international organization offers chapters in many places including corporations to help their employees enhance their leadership and communication skills. Check out this link to visit the toastmasters web site for background information.

Then, check out this ">youtube clip of a winning toastmaster speech.

What makes this speech a winning speech? Apply the criteria of effective communicators to this speaker. Is it style? Substance? Both? What works for you as the listener? What ways does he engage his audience in his speech? Breakdown the elements of delivery and content to illustrate the elements of a winning toastmaster speech.

Checking out the messages in the Presidential Debate on October 15, 2008

Please post a blog critique for each of the candidates in this week's blog. Listen to more than body language in this last and final debate before the election. Check out the verbal messages shared by both the candidates. Which messages are factual and which are just spin? Take one message from each candidates message in this debate and research it. Then, post your research findings in comparison to how it was stated by the candidate. Is it okay, if a candidate isn't totally honest in debates? Which is more important to you when choosing a candidate? Competence or Character?

Nonverbal Communication in the Vice Presidential Debate

The blog assignment this week is to analyze the body language communicated during the recent vice presidential debate. Check out this brief clip. Watch the clip with the sound off. What are the messages that the candidates are sending? Which candidate is communicating a more likeable message for you with their nonverbal? Does the evaluation that you have formed change when the clip is watched again with the sound on?