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Chapter 15. Informative Speaking. The Goals of Informative Speaking. Meeting the audience ’ s informational needs Gauge what they know Decide on an appropriate approach Make it relevant to them. The Goals of Informative Speaking. Informing, not persuading Keep the speech objective
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Chapter 15 Informative Speaking
The Goals of Informative Speaking • Meeting the audience’s informational needs • Gauge what they know • Decide on an appropriate approach • Make it relevant to them
The Goals of Informative Speaking • Informing, not persuading Keep the speech objective • Speaking appropriately and ethically • Relevant and reliable • Honest and truthful • Avoid plagiarism
Topics for Informative Presentations • People • Places • Objects and phenomena • Events • Processes • Concepts • Issues • Plans and policies
Approaches to Conveying Information • Description • Paint mental pictures for listeners • Demonstration • “How to” topics • Combine physical demonstration with explanatory narration
Approaches to Conveying Information • Definition (provide answers to “what” questions) • Operational definition • Definition by negation • Definition by example • Definition by synonym • Definition by etymology
Approaches to Conveying Information • Explanation (answer “why?” or “what does that mean?” questions) • Clarifying concepts • Big picture • Challenging intuition
Guidelines for Informative Speeches • Create information hunger • Arouse curiosity • Work your topic
Guidelines for Informative Speeches • Make it easy • Clear organization and structure • Emphasize important points • Don’t overwhelm the audience • Build on prior knowledge • Define your terms • Use appropriate supporting material • Use appropriate presentation aids