Narration Script Writing

1. Narration Script Writing

2. Narration Script Writing n Definition n Steps in preparing a script n Basic parts of a script n Finishing your script Outline

3. Narration Script Writing n Carries the story, message, or content n Allows checking for the accuracy of information n Serves as the guide for the narration n Serves as a guide for making the storyboard Narration Script The written text of the whole idea/content

4. n State the Objectives of the presentation n Write the content outline n Decide on the treatment or tone to use Narration Script Writing Steps in preparing a script

5. n To entertain n To inform n To change attitude or behavior n To move people to action Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT Objectives

6. n Organises independent thoughts into coherent whole n Limits the scope of presentation to a manageable area. Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT Content Outline

7. The approach or manner of presenting the idea through the audio or text part of the presentation. Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT Treatment or Tones in script

8. n Informal (familiar, “You” treatment) n Conversational (audience interaction) n Humorous (mental pauses to refresh/sustain interest) n Questioning (reinforces recall/retention) n Reward (motivation through encouragement) Narration Script Writing PREPARING A SCRIPT Tones in Instructional MM script

9. n Introduction n Main Body n Recapitulation Narration Script Writing Basic parts of a script

10. Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT n Start with something of interest to the audience n Introduce interestingly but briefly the subject at once Introduction Tells what you’re going to say

11. Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT n Use familiar words (say big rather than gargantuan) n Write for the ear (if intended with narration). n Use short words (avoid fancy/unnecessary words). n Keep sentences short (vary length to avoid sounding “choppy”). n Keep paragraphs short and uncluttered. n Use specific concrete language (something you can see, hear, taste, touch, or smell). n Use direct sentences (use “You” to address intended audience). n Use active voice and action words Main Body Tells what said you’re going to say

12. Narration Script Writing BASIC PARTS OF A SCRIPT n End with a summary of important points. n End with a suggested action. Recapitulation Summarises what you said.

13. Narration Script Writing n Take out excess information. n Add needed details. n Check the accuracy of information. n Read your script. If you don’t like how it sounds, neither will your audience. Finishing your script

14. Narration Script Writing n Definition n Steps in preparing a script n Basic parts of a script n Finishing your script Summary

15. Cardinal rule in writing Write to communicate and express, not to impress.