1. Articulation
Dearest creature in creation, Study English pronunciation. I will teach you in my verse Sounds like corpse, corps, horse, and worse.

2. Cultural Diversity Today
195 nations in the world; all have someone living in the U.S.
47 million people in the U.S. speak a language other than English at home
France has as many Muslims as practicing Catholics
Radio CHIN in Toronto, Canada, broadcasts in 31 languages
In Geneva, Switzerland, there are so many people from around the world that nearly 60% of the school population is non-swiss.

3. Cultural Diversity and Public Speaking
Giving a speech becomes more complex as cultural diversity increases
Biggest issues stem from differences in language
Connotations
Gestures
Facial expressions
Non-verbal signals

4. Avoiding Ethnocentrism
Ethnocentrism: the belief that one’s own group or culture is superior to all other groups or cultures
Makes us think of our values and beliefs as “right”
Can be positive by creating pride and loyalty
Can be negative by creating prejudice and hostility
Avoiding ethnocentrism does not mean agreeing with others values and practices
Must show RESPECT for other cultures
When listening, be courteous and respectful

5. Adapting Your Speech You must adapt to the needs of your audience
Things to consider:
Individual characteristics such as personality, interests, and aspirations
Cultural characteristics such as age, religion, and national and ethnic background
Sociological characteristics such as affiliations, educational background, and occupation