Session 1:Today you will be performing your Narrative Speech. It is possible that we will not be able to finish all the speeches today. In that case the remaining speeches will be performed on Session 2.

Session 2: Today, after any remaining speeches are performed, we will be discussing the requirements for the Informative Speech.

Assignment 3: Informative Speech (3-5 minutes)
Due: Week 4, Session 2 (40 points)
Outline Format Worksheet

Description
The purpose of an informative speech is to share reliable factual information that you have acquired through research. It is not intended to promote a policy or opinion; rather, it seeks to provide a foundation for people to better understand a topic that relates to them. This project offers an opportunity to practice your research, writing, organizing and speaking skills. This is a type of speaking used by professionals. You will: thoroughly research and understand a topic; create a clearly organized speech; practice an enthusiastic, dynamic style of delivery; and seek to provide interesting and useful information to the audience.

Requirements
1. Length: 3-5 minutes. An outline is required. Note cards must be used.

2. Electronic sources must be authoritative and credible.

3. Use a minimum of three sources, including one “expert” interview from a print or online source.

4. Turn in a speech outline with a Works Cited Page, MLA format, on the day of the speech as a PDF on Canvas.

Required Reading
The Speaker’s Compact Handbook (Pages 33–74)

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