NON VERBAL Communication Day 4 1

Journal Write: Stoplight Write down 5 examples for each question. What should a speaker NEVER do? What should a speaker SOMETIMES do? What should a speaker ALWAYS do?

Stoplight: Things you should always, sometimes, and never do as a public speaker. Be Prepared Use Note cards Fidget Be Confident Use visual aides Wear slippers or pajama pants Say it like you mean it. Use movement Chew gum Dress appropriately Use humor Swear Eye Contact Use handouts Offend your audience DAY 3 3

5 types of Nonverbal Communication 1. Body Language and Movement- posture that sends a message and moves on purpose. EX: posture, military stance 2. Facial expressions: uses facial features and movements to express messages, thoughts and ideas. 3. Gestures- hand signals, use to enhance or emphasize words or use when it is difficult to hear. 4. Vocal Expression- the sound or expression in someone’s voice. 5. Style-selection of clothing, hairstyle, jewelry, and the objects you carry. Day 4 4

1. Body Language Stance/Posture Stage Movement (T-Step) Move during transitions Between main points Tips: MOVE ON PURPOSE Practice your movement Day 4 5

2. Facial Expressions SMILE What facial expression is most appropriate for public speaking? SMILE Day 4 6

3. Gestures Move hands/arms naturally Not TOO BIG Not TOO Small Day 4 7

4. Vocal Delivery Tone of Voice Activity: Listen to a reporter/ commercial announcer What do they sound like? TIPS: STRESS certain words PAUSE for effect Activity: Listen to News or Radio and copy WHAT and HOW they say things. Read something and practice saying it with more effect. Day 4 Optional-Need Handout or Radio 8

5. STYLE Attire=Clothing Choice What image are you communicating to your audience about yourself? Formal= Tuxedo, Suit and tie, Gown, Dress Semi-Formal= Khakis, dress pants, skirts, polo shirt, tie no jacket Casual= Jeans, t-Shirt, tennis shoes What is appropriate attire for public speaking? Day 4 9

What is good and bad about their attire? RULE: Dress1-2 Steps Above your Audience Day 4 Tuck in your shirt 10

Better, but NOT for a speech NEVER!!!! Day 4 11

NOT Appropriate for school Day 4 Keep UNDERwear, UNDER YOUR CLOTHES!!!!! 12

Too Casual for a Speaker Day 4 13

Hair Don’ts EYE CONTACT!!!! Pull your hair out of your eyes Day 4 14

Baggy = Sloppy Day 4 15

Yes----Yes----Yes! Day 4 16

Can you wear jeans? Yes/No Holes Ripped YES Dark/not faded Clean Day 4 17

Shoes??? No Flip Flops Footwear should be: Clean Appropriate for clothing choice Day 4 18