ORAL COMMUNICATION: Communicative Strategies and Types of Speeches

Nomination

Presents a particular topic clearly, truthfully, and saying what is only relevant.

Restriction

Constrains the response within a set of categories.

Turn taking

Recognizes when and how to speak because it's one's turn.

Topic Shifting

Introduces a new topic followed by the continuation of that topic.

Topic Control

Suggests adding questions or adding details about the topic.

Repair

Refers to how the speakers address the problems in speaking, listening, comprehending what they may encounter in a conversation.

Termination

Uses verbal and non verbal signals to end the conversation.

Informative Speech

Designed to enlighten on instruct, as well as to increase the knowledge and understanding about the topic.

Persuasive Speech

To change the listener's opinion, attitude, or belief regarding a topic by providing materials that will help convince the audience.

Entertainment Speech

Characterized by the lightness in tone, good humor, and fun.

Types of Speeches According to Purpose

Informative Speech, Persuasive Speech, Entertainment Speech

Reading from a Manuscript Speech

Delivers the speech word for word.

Memorized Speech

Requires to commit the speech to memory, delivered without the aid of notes.

Impromptu Speech

Delivered with little or no time for preparation, delivered on the spur of the moment. It is sometimes called "thinking on your feet.

Extemporaneous Speech

Delivered with the help of short notes and a clear outline. Speaker has short time to prepare and includes data and testimonies and the full outline is memorized.

Types of Speeches According to Manner of Delivery

Reading from a Manuscript Speech, Memorized Speech, Impromptu Speech, Extemporaneous Speech

Topic

The main point, which can be determined once you have decided on your purpose.

Audience Analysis

Entails looking into the profile of your target audience.

Introduction

The foundation of the speech.

Body

Provides an explanation, examples, or any details that can help you develop your purpose and explain the main idea of your speech.

Conclusion

Restates the main idea of your speech.

Outline

A hierarchical list that shows the relationship of your ideas.

Components of a Speech

Introduction, Body, Conclusion, Outline

Principles of Speech Writing

1. Choosing the Topic
2. Knowing the Audience
3. Sourcing the Information
4. Organizing the Speech

Articulation

Refers to pronouncing the words and speaking with clear diction.

Modulation

Pleasant sounding voice.

Stage Presence

To own one stage. This is one of the most important things to consider in delivering the speech.

Facial Expression, Gestures, Movement

These nonverbal cues should be emphasized and incorporated in carrying out the message to the audience.

Audience Rapport

An important aid in establishing connection with the audience.

Principles of Speech Delivery

1. Articulation
2. Modulation
3. Stage Presence
4. Facial Expression, Gestures, Movement
5. Audience Rapport