1. Information Speech Purpose: To give information Not to persuade, entertain etc.

2. Criteria Be new information (30-60 days). We (most) dont already know it! Be of benefit of the audience now or in future. Of interest to you! What you would be interesting in learning. *Not: Persuasion/ not opinion: Facts *That are supported with evidence and cited by credible sources (databases) *Not a biography! *Make your choice be mature & interesting for all! Choose w/open mind: Not what you already know. Learn! Discover what new & interesting is out there

3. Requirements 5-6 min Complete sentence, typed outline w/works cited pg. (MLA) 3-5 sources (optional: 3=C range, etc.) Powerpoint (5-8 slides w/blanks b/t ea.) w/1 sound and 1 animation or more. Bonus opportunity (1-10) for originality & creativity of slides If sources not cited aloud= -5 Handwritten notes (If none= -3)