Introduction to Speech Communication
Types of Communication
Types of Verbal Communication Personal Communication Intrapersonal—the communication that takes place within you Interpersonal—informal communication with others
More Types of Communication Small-group Communication Communication that occurs in a group setting (3 or more people). Public Speaking Communication from one person to many people in a face-to-face situation.
More Types Mass/Public Communication One-way communication involving TV, radio, internet. *Social Media Combines interpersonal (one to one) and mass communication (one to many).
Difficulties of Public Speaking Requires careful message preparation. Requires a willingness & ability to face a large group. Requires sensitivity to subtle audience feedback.
General Purposes of Public Speaking To inform To persuade/bring about change To entertain
Types of Delivery used in Public Speaking Impromptu Off the cuff speaking with little or no time to prepare Manuscript Entire speech is written out and read Used when exact timing and/or wording is necessary
More Types of Delivery Memorization Extemporaneous Used in place of a manuscript when attention needs to be devoted to delivery Big disadvantage of forgetting! Extemporaneous Brief notes of main ideas are used Involves thorough preparation