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Once you have recorded what you would consider your last take, it's time to reflect on your overall experience from preparing the written elements, to practicing and presenting the speech. Be sure to review your speech submission and respond to the prompt below. You may add other thoughts as well. Students are not allowed to skip either item below. For example, a student may not disregard pointing out (2) positives because he or she does not feel there were (2) positives to discuss.

The goal is to be positive and fully reflect on the experience as prompted. Students should respond with an estimated 200 words. This should be a cohesive response. Do not answer each question individually. The questions are a guide for you to focus on while completing the reflection. Keep proper grammar and punctuation in mind.

Most importantly, students should focus on goals for upcoming speeches/speaking. When writing your reflection response, focus on the items below: Did you feel prepared for this speech? How much time did you spend preparing for this speech? How many practice runs did you do? Do you feel your final product reflects the preparation and practice you put in? Why or why not? What strategies, tips, best practices, and techniques did you employ throughout the preparation, practice, and presentation process? Be specific. Describe (2) or more positive aspects of your speech. Identify (2) areas you would like to improve on. What will you do similarly and what will you do differently when it comes to your preparation, practice, and presentation of your next speech?

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Reflecting on my recent speech presentation has provided valuable insights into my preparation and delivery process. I felt adequately prepared for this speech, dedicating several hours to research, outline creation, and practice sessions. I estimate I spent around five hours preparing over the course of a week, including writing and rehearsing. I practiced my speech four times in front of a mirror, which helped me observe my gestures and eye contact, and twice in front of a peer for feedback. These practice runs boosted my confidence, allowing me to refine my pacing and clarity. I believe my final product accurately reflects the effort invested because I was able to deliver the speech smoothly, maintaining good eye contact and employing natural gestures. The strategies I used included creating detailed notes and practicing in different settings to simulate the actual presentation environment. One positive aspect of my speech was my confident tone, which engaged my audience effectively, and the clarity of my message. Additionally, I managed to maintain good eye contact throughout, which strengthened my connection with listeners. However, I recognize areas for improvement; I need to work on reducing fillers like "um" and "like" to sound more polished. Also, I want to enhance my voice projection to ensure all audience members can hear me clearly. For future speeches, I plan to continue practicing in varied locations to build adaptability and recording myself to assess and improve my delivery. I will also focus more on controlling nervous habits, such as pacing excessively, to appear more composed. Overall, this experience has taught me the importance of thorough preparation and consistent practice, which I will carry forward in my next speech to become a more confident and effective speaker.

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