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Module 4 - Case
PERSUASIVE SPEAKING AND METHODS OF PERSUASIVE SPEAKING
Case Assignment
Prepare and deliver a persuasive speech that would be approximately two minutes (equates to two typed pages) in length in which you persuade your audience to be either for or against a fact, value, or policy; or to act/do something. Often, a more controversial issue will provoke an audience more than one that no one really cares about. Be sure to steer clear of topics that are overdone. These include abortion, capital punishment, euthanasia, etc.

Before recording, please view an example to guide you in your preparation and delivery of a persuasive speech.

Nishiyama, S. (2014). Persuasive Speech Exemplar - 'Nap Time.' Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEDSF15HVBc

A minimum of two references are required and must be included and credited within the speech.

It is recommended that you complete a speech outline to aid in your delivery.

This speech must be submitted in video format (Webcam or Smart Device). Please make sure to stabilize your camera before recording and filter any background noise. Your speech should be a minimum of 2 minutes in length. If your speech is more than 4 minutes long or 85 MB, you will need to compress your files before uploading. Please submit an e-ticket from the TLC homepage if you have problems uploading due to file size.

MyTLC Courses only supports the following media formats: SWF, MPG, MPEG, RM, MP3, MP4*, M4V*, M4A*, AVI, WAV, RAM, ASF, MOV, and RA.

You may use 4 x 6 note cards and deliver your remarks extemporaneously (not read word for word).

Please stand for your speech delivery and be aware that your dress is important to speech delivery. In some cases, your attire can act as a visual aid. Inappropriate and distracting clothing (e.g., text printed on shirt, graphics, and loud colors) and accessories (e.g., sparkly and noisy jewelry) can prevent your speech from being received well or interpreted correctly, and can hinder the establishment of the speaker/audience relationship.  

Assignment Expectations
Create a two-minute persuasive speech and record in video format (Webcam or Smart Device). Upload your video to the Case 4 dropbox.


*bonus question it to be written at the end with its title stating bonus question*


View Ash Beckham’s speech, http://www.ted.com/talks/ash_beckham_we_re_all_hiding_something_let_s_find_the_courage_to_open_up and respond to the following:

Discuss whether or not Beckham opens her speech with an effective attention-getter.
What is Beckham’s thesis (main point or “message”)?
List some of Beckham’s main points as well as the details/examples she uses as support.
Is Beckham’s conclusion effective? Explain why or why not.
Discuss the “takeaway” for you in this speech. Were there any memorable lines or moments? What “message” might you take and use in your everyday life?