Inspiration+Speech


 * ENGLISH 9: ORAL COMMUNICATION**
 * __SPEECH #1: Inspiration Speech__**


 * Purpose:**
 * To make a personal connection with an inspirational text from a published source
 * To convey that message to the audience
 * To use an extemporaneous speaking style with a microphone
 * Points:** 60


 * Time Limit:** 3-4 minutes


 * Assignment**: You will relate to the audience an experience from your life or the life of someone close to you that was difficult to understand or endure. During such times of disappointment and setback, we often become introspective, hoping to understand why things are unraveling as they are. In reaching for understanding, we might turn to the stories and experiences of others who also endured difficulties. Therefore, in addition to sharing your experience, you will also select and read an inspirational text that might have helped you triumph over your adversity.


 * Requirements:** Your inspirational text must be typed and mounted. For the introduction and/or conclusion parts of the speech, you may have __no more than__ 25 words on a notecard.

Decide in what order you want to present your personal story and your inspirational text. Be sure that you have an introduction which is engaging and that your speech has a strong, extemporaneous ending.

You are expected to use all the previously learned delivery techniques to convey your message. In addition you will be evaluated on how well you use the microphone and how well you convey your extemporaneous story. __All speeches will be performed in Seto Hall or the Chapel and will be videotaped.__ **Tips for Microphone Speaking**
 * **Adjust the microphone.** Make sure it points to your mouth and that you don’t have to lower you head to speak into it.
 * **Speak with power.** Don’t let the mic do all the work.
 * **Speak a little more slowly than you normally would**. The microphone has a bit of an echo, so you need to make up for that.
 * **Enunciate**! S’s and other “soft” sounds will end up muddled if you don’t.
 * **Watch the extra noises.** Every sniffle and snort and “Oh no!” will be magnified.
 * **Listen to yourself as you speak.** You will be able to tell when your voice leaves microphone range.
 * **Get the ends of words.** They will be “swallowed” otherwise.
 * **Don’t forget to engage your audience. Smile, you’re up on a pedestal!**

Sample Inspiration Speeches: [|Do You Believe in Me?]