SPCOM111 Lecture 1: Reading 1 - Jan 7
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Regardless of the kind of speech communication involved, there are seven elements: speaker. The person who is presenting an oral message to a listener. Your manner of speaking, your sensitivity to the audience and the occasion. Requires enthusiasm you must be enthusiastic about the topic: message. Whatever the speaker communicates to someone else. Goal in public speaking: to have your intended message delivered depending on what you say (verbal) and how you say it (nonverbal) Use given time wisely to narrow down the topic. Make ideas clear and convincing by doing research and giving supporting details. Make use of accurate, clear, vivid, and appropriate words. Also send the message with your tone, appearance, gestures, facial expressions, and eye contact. Make sure your nonverbal does not distract from your verbal message: channel. The means by which a message is communicated. Public speakers may use one or more of several channels.