Delivery n visual resources

Human CommunicationTHIRD EDITION

◄ Judy C. Pearson Paul E. Nelson Scott Titsworth Lynn Harter ►

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Delivery andVisual Resources

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Chapter 13 Objectives

• State the advantages and disadvantages of each mode of delivery

• Name and explain each of the vocal aspects of delivery

• Name and explain the bodily aspects of delivery

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Chapter 13 Objectives

• Understand when and why you should use visual resources in your speech

• Demonstrate the effective and correct use of visual resources in a speech

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What is Delivery?

The presentation of a speech by using your voice and body to communicate

your message

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Four Modes of Delivery

• The Extemporaneous Mode

• The Impromptu Mode

• The Manuscript Mode

• The Memorized Mode

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The Vocal Aspects of Speech Delivery

• Pitch

• Rate

• Pauses

• Volume

• Enunciation

• Fluency

• Vocal Variety

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The Bodily Aspects of Presentation

• Gestures

• Facial expressions

• Eye contact

• Movement

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Delivery Tips for Non-Native Speakers

• Recognize that you are not alone

• Give yourself time

• Check pronunciation

• Set reasonable goals

• Understand that eye contact is important

• Practice using audio or video recordings

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What is Communication Apprehension?

An individual’s level of fear or anxiety associated with either real or anticipated

communication with another person or persons

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Techniques for Reducing Your Fear

• Skills Approach

– Systematically improving your presenting skills

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Techniques for Reducing Your Fear

• Skills Approach

• Cognitive Modification Approach

– Using positive thinking to bolster confidence

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Techniques for Reducing Your Fear

• Skills Approach

• Cognitive Modification Approach

• Visualization Approach

– Picturing oneself succeeding

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Techniques for Reducing Your Fear

• Skills Approach

• Cognitive Modification Approach

• Visualization Approach

• Relaxation Approach

– Combining deep relaxation with fear-inducing thoughts

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Techniques for Reducing Your Fear

• Skills Approach

• Cognitive Modification Approach

• Visualization Approach

• Relaxation Approach

• Self-Managed Approach

– Self-diagnosis and a variety of therapies

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What Are Visual Resources?

Any items that can be seen by an audience for the

purpose of reinforcing a message

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Using Visual Resources

• Good for reducing complexity

• Not appropriate for all speeches

• Should not be used for their own sake

• Should only be shown while being discussed

• May require documentation

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Types of Visual Resources

• PowerPoint

• Computer graphics

• Video

• Chalkboards & slickboards

• Posters

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Types of Visual Resources

• Opaque & overhead projectors

• Handouts

• Blackboard & other electronic connections

• People & other living things

• Yourself