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Introduction To Public Speaking

In one of the most famous speeches delivered in the twentieth century, Martin Luther King Jr. called for racial equality and spoke out against discrimination. King's “I Have a Dream” speech, which lasted only 17 minutes, was a defining moment of the civil rights movement. The speech had an instant and lasting impact. King spoke with passion and conviction and was able to draw in his audience with an expertly crafted message.

Great leaders are often excellent public speakers. They know how to mobilize and inspire audiences with the power of their voices. Few people will have the opportunity to address an entire nation during their lifetime, but most people will eventually be in a position that requires them to speak in public. Whether we are required to give a presentation at our workplace or speak at a special event, knowing the fundamentals of public speaking can significantly improve the effectiveness of our speeches. To learn more about public speaking, you need to know the elements that contribute to a well-written speech, such as how to execute a speech and make the most of the opportunity you have to present your message. Though public speaking is a source of stress for many people, once you learn the basic communication principles and master the steps of the public speaking process, you will be able to gain confidence in your public speaking skills.

This resource provides instruction for users to:

  • Describe basic communication principles
  • Describe basic public speaking principles
  • Apply methods for relieving communication apprehension to build speaker confidence
  • Prepare an introduction speech
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