Full Description
For courses in Public Speaking
An audience-centered approach to public speaking in a concise reference format
A Concise Public Speaking Handbook emphasizes the importance of analyzing and considering the audience at every point in the speech-making process. Using a concise reference format that facilitates quick and easy access to key information, authors Steven and Susan Beebe present a balance of theory and practice to guide students on how to enhance their public speaking skills. By focusing student attention on the dynamics of diverse audiences, ethics, and communication apprehension, the text narrows the gap between the classroom and the real world. The Fifth Edition includes fresh examples throughout to ensure that content is relatable and engaging for students.
A Concise Public Speaking Handbook, Fifth Edition is also available via Revel™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience.
You can also purchase a loose-leaf print reference to complement Revel A Concise Public Speaking Handbook. This is optional.
Contents
Brief Contents PART I: INTRODUCTION
Speaking in Public
Improving Your Confidence
Presenting Your First Speech
Ethics and Free Speech
PART II: ANALYZING AN AUDIENCE
Listening
Analyzing Your Audience
Adapting to Your Audience as You Speak
PART III: PREPARING A SPEECH
Developing Your Speech
Gathering Supporting Material
Supporting Your Speech
PART IV: CRAFTING A SPEECH
Organizing Your Speech
Outlining and Revising Your Speech
Developing an Introduction
Developing a Conclusion
Using Words Well
PART V: DELIVERING A SPEECH
Methods of Delivery
Nonverbal Communication
Verbal Communication
Delivering Your Speech
Selecting Presentation Aids
Preparing and Using Presentation Aids
PART VI: TYPES OF SPEECHES
Informative Speaking
Understanding Principles of Persuasive Speaking
Using Persuasive Strategies
Speaking on Special Occasions
Speaking in Small Groups
Appendix: Mediated Public Speaking
Introduction: Mediated Public Speaking
A.1. Mediated Communication: An Introduction
A.2. Types of Online Presentations
A.3. Audience
A.4. Preparing for Your Online Presentation
A.5. Rehearsing Your Online Presentation
A.6. Delivering or Recording Your Online Presentation
A.7. Online Etiquette: Digital Citizenship
