How to write a speech Create an outline Write the speech Check the speech Dugdale, S. (2006). How to write a speech in 7 simple, straight forward, logical steps. Taken and adapted from: http://www.write-out-loud.com/howtowritespeech.html. Retrieved on the 12th october, 2016.

Create an outline Audience (who are you writing for?) Topic (what is it going to be about?) Purpose (why are you giving this speech?) Length (how long are you speaking for?)

The speech format consists of three parts: An opening The body Write the speech The speech format consists of three parts: An opening The body An ending Make sure that the sequence of ideas is logical and easily followed

Effective introduction and ending Length Tone Register check the speech Effective introduction and ending Length Tone Register Linking or transitions

opening Catch your audience’s attention Define your thesis statement (summary of what your speech is about) Explain the benefit (why will they want to hear what you’ve got to tell?) Next part: Body

body Main ideas with supporting ideas Examples and details Next part: Ending

ending Summary of main points Call to action