This Lab Requires You To Watch One Of The Speeches

This lab requires that you watch one of the speeches in the Great Spee

This lab requires that you watch one of the speeches in the Great Speeches Series and write a 500-word paper incorporating the questions below. The Great Speeches videos are available at the Oviatt Library or in the Aronstam Library (located on the second floor of Manzanita Hall). You can also look in the "Great Speeches" section of your Video Library. Do not wait until the last minute to look for your speech. Locate a copy as soon as possible.

It is very important that you watch and not only listen to the speech as it was originally delivered. Both verbal and nonverbal aspects of delivery are very important parts of public speaking. You may also want to find a copy of the text of the speech; however, this is not required. Watching this speech should take about 30-45 minutes, so make sure to schedule it into your week. As you address the following questions, incorporate concepts from class discussions or readings in your paper: Does the speaker demonstrate good ethos, pathos, and logos? Does the speaker have a clear organization pattern? Does the speaker have a clear introduction with an attention getter, thesis/goal, and a preview of the main points? Are the main points of the speech clear in the body, and are there smooth transitions between them? How did the speaker indicate they were ending the speech? Did the speaker review the main points?

Was this an effective speech? Why? Who do you think was the intended audience? Do you think the speech is still relevant today? Why is this speech considered a “great speech”? Please write your responses in essay format using Times New Roman size 12 and bring a typed copy into class on the due date of the lab. If you have written more than one page, please make sure to have them stapled together. The prompt for this assignment will only be available until the day of class at 7 AM. Please do not submit to the website; just bring it to class.

Paper For Above instruction

The assignment in this course involves watching a speech from the Great Speeches Series and analyzing its rhetorical effectiveness and delivery. The importance of engaging with both verbal and nonverbal communication in public speaking is emphasized, and students are encouraged to critically evaluate how the speaker employs ethos, pathos, and logos.

The selected speech should be watched carefully, ideally in its entirety, which typically requires 30-45 minutes. It is advised to avoid last-minute preparation by planning ahead to ensure ample time for viewing and analysis. While finding a transcript of the speech can enhance understanding, it is not mandatory.

In analyzing the speech, students should assess the speaker's organizational clarity, including the presence of a compelling introduction that captures attention, states the thesis or goal, and previews main points. The body of the speech should present clear main points with seamless transitions, and the conclusion should effectively indicate the speech’s end while reviewing main points.

Furthermore, students must evaluate the overall effectiveness of the speech, considering factors such as audience engagement, clarity of message, and delivery style. They should also explore whom they believe the speech was intended for, its relevance to contemporary audiences, and why it is regarded as "great." These analyses must be articulated in an essay format, approximately 500 words, using Times New Roman size 12 font.

The finalized paper should be submitted in person during class, and students are reminded not to upload it online. Proper formatting, clarity, and in-depth analysis are essential for a comprehensive evaluation of the speech's rhetorical and delivery qualities.

References

  • Burke, K. (1969). A rhetoric of motives. University of California Press.
  • Bitzer, L. F. (1968). The rhetorical situation. Philosophy & Rhetoric, 1(1), 1-14.
  • Classen, T. (2014). The art of public speaking. McGraw-Hill Education.
  • Corbett, E. P. J. (2013). Classical Rhetoric for the modern student. Oxford University Press.
  • Heinrichs, J. (2007). Thank you for arguing. Penguin Books.
  • Lucas, S. E. (2015). The art of public speaking. McGraw-Hill Education.
  • Perelman, C., & Olbrechts-Tyteca, L. (1969). The new rhetoric: A treatise on argumentation. University of Notre Dame Press.
  • Hybels, S., & Weaver, R. L. (2014). Communicating effectively. McGraw-Hill Education.
  • O’Rourke, J. S. (2012). The craft of research. University of Chicago Press.
  • Reagan, R. (1961). A time for choosing. American Rhetoric. https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/ronaldreaganatthetrainingcenter.htm

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