Informative Speech Mr. Oporta
Informative Speech The parts are similar to an informative speech. You need an introduction (with a grabber and thesis statement), a body (with main points and support), and a conclusion You should also establish your credibility and why the audience should care about your topic.
Informative Speech Aristotle a Greek philosopher Ethos Logos Pathos Different appeals
Ethos Is credibility that is based on knowledge and experiences EX: Obama EX: Cake
Logos Logical- about making points that make sense based on research EX: Education/Poverty
Pathos Emotional Appeal EX: Homeless dogs.
Research Investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions. Looking for people or articles that will support your ideas.
Research Goals 1. To develop or strengthen your own expertise on the topic. 2. To find evidence that will support your ideas. 3. To make your ideas clear, understandable, and pertinent to your audience
How much research? Make strategic choices for your research plan. How much general background reading should I do? Where do I go for that? What types of support material do I need? Where’s that located? How much support material do I really need?
Statistics Statistics support your ideas with factual evidence (logos). Use them to shock your audience, illustrate a point, prove or make a point. You could also choose to conduct your own survey/poll. (www.surveymonkey.com)