Com 201

ntroductory Speech Delivery and Self-Review

Overview

In this assignment, you will record the speech you outlined last week and submit a self-review.

Instructions

1. Record your speech.
   
   
   
   
   • Use the Recording a Video instructions.
   
   
   • Refer to your outline or speaking notes to deliver a 1–2 minute speech.
   
   
   • Do not read your notes word for word.
   
   
   
   


2. After you have recorded your speech, watch the recording and complete the self-review with an eye on improvement and track your progress.
   
   
   
   • Use the Introductory Speech Self-Review Questionnaire [DOCX] for this portion of the assignment.
   
   
   
   


3. Submit your assignment.
   
   
   
   • Use the Submit Speech Assignment instructions.
   
   
   
   

Requirements

Your speech will be graded on the following criteria:

1. Speech quality. Be sure the audio for the entire speech is clear and consistent.


2. Visual quality. Be sure the entire speech is clear and consistent and that no part of the speech is blurry or difficult to see.


3. Speech topic focus. All parts of the speech focus on the speech topic and facilitate understanding of the main point.


4. Time requirement. Be sure the speech meets the 1–2 minute time requirement.


5. Delivery. Deliver the speech with strong eye contact, an expressive voice, and good nonverbal communication (including gestures or other physical movements).


6. Effectiveness. Be sure your speech is effective by connecting well with the audience and be sure you have achieved its purpose.


7. Submit your recorded speech and self-review.

This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:

• Complete a speech that meets visual, content, and delivery requirements.