Week 11 Post 3

Both the text and speech buddy videos for chapters 10 and 12 were very similar. In speech buddy video 10.1 the discussion was about audience centered language. To use this language you are supposed to refer to current events, use words like we, us, you and I, use inclusive language and spark imagination. The 10.2 video is about effectively using spoken language in your speech. This means to use meaningful words, balance between clarity and ambiguity, be concise, avoid offensive language, build in repetition, and don't get attached to the words. In the 12.1 video it was all about reviewing vocal delivery. The five main concerns were volume, pitch, rate, variety, and articulation and pronunciation. The 12.2 video was about physical delivery of your speech. To do that accurately you must have good eye contact, facial expression, appearance, movement and gestures. The last video 12.3 was about practicing for your speech. There were many helpful tips given in order to prepare for it. The most useful was to practice your speech in sections. Out of both of the chapters, I found 12 the most helpful because it pointed out a lot of stuff that I am doing incorrectly in my speeches.