Speech Self-Evaluation: Watch Your Speech Video And Write

Speech Self Evaluationwatch Your Speech Video And Then Write a Summary

Watch your speech video and then write a summary of what you think were your strengths and weaknesses and in each of the following areas of the speech: · Introduction · Body · Use of Visual Aids · Delivery (Conversational, Eye-Contact) · Conclusion Then answer the following questions: 1. Were you audience-centered? 2. Were you satisfied/happy with your speech overall? Explain. 3. What would you do differently if you could do this speech again? 4. What are one or two goals you will work on for your next speech?

While watching my speech I believe there were parts of my speech that I did remarkable at and parts that could use some work. During my introduction, I believe that I made a strong thesis statement and let the audience know what the speech would be about. One weakness that I did notice was that it seemed a little rehearsed when I first began. Once I got to the body I relaxed and it became more natural and my delivery was more natural, it was informative but I remained upbeat and lively so it wasn’t boring and I kept the audience engaged with visuals as well. The oral citing was hard for me to stay natural during the speech however at times. My use of visual aids did not turn out how I would have liked it to.

I did not anticipate the screen being so small when I made visual aids. This made it very hard for me to fit us both in the camera at the same time so I was unable to refer to it during my speech, so I had to remove some articles and just show them as pictures. I tried to share my screen, however then I was going over the allotted time. I did put a lot of effort and energy into my visuals and incorporated much thought into the correlating them into my speech. My delivery overall wasn’t too bad.

I feel that I gave a strong, informative speech. I did find that the more I kept practicing, the more I was becoming unnatural, so I ended up just stopping and submitting. As I mentioned, my weakness with oral citing was a difficult task for me. I definitely could have made better eye contact with the audience as well. The odd thing was I knew my speech verbatim; I think I was afraid of tripping over the citations, so I kept referring back to my notes off screen.

My conclusion was strong; it tied the whole speech together. However, after watching, I noticed that I did not thank the audience for their time. Yes, I was audience-centered. I was happy with my speech overall. I always feel I could do better personally, but every time I did it again, I was sounding like a robot more and more, so I had to stop because I felt like I was reciting it and becoming less natural. But when I showed my family and friends, they seemed to think it was pretty good.

If I could do it again, I would definitely make eye contact more and not be so nervous about the oral citing. I would also ensure I do not focus too much on visual aids before knowing how the screen will be set up, so I could incorporate them smoothly while talking. One goal I will work on for my next speech is to ensure I get my point across in a clear, concise manner while maintaining eye contact with my audience.

Paper For Above instruction

Effective delivery and presentation skills are essential components of a successful speech. In my recent speech, I observed both strengths and areas for improvement across various aspects such as introduction, body, visual aids, delivery, and conclusion. Reflecting on my performance has helped me identify specific strategies to enhance my future speeches.

My introduction received positive feedback for its clarity and ability to set the tone for the entire speech. I managed to articulate a clear thesis statement that outlined the central topic, which helped orient the audience. However, the opening came across as somewhat rehearsed, indicating a lack of natural flow at the beginning. This suggests that while preparation is necessary, excessive rehearsing may lead to a robotic delivery that diminishes audience engagement. To improve, I plan to practice enough to become familiar with my content but allow for spontaneous expressions, enhancing authenticity in my delivery.

During the main body of the speech, I felt more relaxed and natural. I maintained an upbeat and lively tone, which helped sustain audience interest. My use of visuals was thoughtfully planned, intending to complement my spoken content. Nonetheless, technical limitations, such as a small screen size, hindered my ability to refer to visuals seamlessly during the speech. The visual aids also required adjustment, as I had to replace some articles with images due to display constraints. For future presentations, I will test the equipment beforehand and prepare adaptable visual materials to ensure smooth integration.

Delivery, particularly in terms of eye contact and oral citing, presented challenges. I frequently glanced at my notes to recall citations, which disrupted natural eye contact. This nervousness likely stemmed from fear of forgetfulness or stumbling over citations. Improving familiarity with my content and practicing citations aloud can reduce reliance on notes, allowing me to maintain better eye contact. Additionally, I need to work on embodying a more conversational tone rather than sounding scripted, which will help in establishing rapport with my audience.

The conclusion effectively summarized the speech, reinforcing the main points and providing closure. However, I overlooked an opportunity to thank the audience for their attention, which is an important aspect of a courteous and audience-centered presentation. Going forward, I will incorporate a polite closing remark to leave a positive impression and acknowledge the audience's time and interest.

Overall, I am satisfied with my effort and the content of my speech. Though I recognize my nervousness and technical issues as weaknesses, the positive feedback from friends and family suggests that I communicated my ideas effectively. The continuous practice has made my delivery more natural, although I need to be cautious not to over-practice to the point of losing spontaneity. My goal for the next speech is to improve eye contact consistently and present my information more concisely without sacrificing clarity. Additionally, mastering the effective use of visual aids and citations will be a priority to enhance the professionalism and engagement level of my future presentations.

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