1. Chapter 16
Methods of Delivery

2. Delivering a Speech The Power of Speech Delivery What’s more important
What you say or How you say it?
Non-verbal Communication
Major role in communication process
Eye contact, Posture, Vocal quality and Facial expression

3. Delivering a Speech Listeners expect effective delivery
Speak with natural, conversational tone
Good eye contact with audience, use appropriate gestures
Use vocal variation to eliminate monotone and show interest
Delivery methods will vary in effectiveness
Depending on audiences
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4. Delivering a Speech Methods of delivery Manuscript speaking Advantages
Writing out speech word for word
Advantages
Helps avoid forgetting speech
Can choose words very carefully
Helps with sensitive/critical issues
Disadvantages (without practice)
Affects eye contact
Can sound monotone
Lack of movement/gestures
When/where would a person use this method of delivery

5. Delivering a Speech Memorized speaking Advantages
Eye contact with audience
Opportunity for strong movement
Disadvantages (if not practiced)
Lack of energy / sound recited
Risk forgetting parts / blanking
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6. Methods of Delivery Impromptu Speaking – Off the cuff Advantages
Less formal
Allows more eye contact
Disadvantages
Less organization
Increased anxiety
May cause rambling
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7. Delivering a Speech Extemporaneous Speaking Advantages Video Clip
Speaking from a written or memorized general outline
Using note cards for reference
Advantages
Conversational delivery (doesn’t seem scripted)
Sounds live rather than prepared
Allows for adjustment based on time or audience
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