Effective+Speech+Delivery

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Don't Underestimate the Delivery
A great speech on paper is not a great speech unless it is delivered effectively. The number one thing that you can do to improve your delivery is to practice. Know your content. Know your transitions. Know your timing, and practice!

Here are Tips to assist you, and you can view the video to the right to help too!

 * The speaker’s delivery should be natural, like a normal conversation
 * A speaker’s confidence contributes to the effectiveness of the delivery
 * Use your voice to emphasize important points and show enthusiasm
 * Pay attention to your pronunciation and articulations
 * Gestures and body movements should help clarify your meaning but not distract audience
 * Know how to control vocal delivery.
 * And remember to PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE

** Self Assess Your Speech... **
Use the information in the video and above to assist you in practicing your speech. You can choose to practice in front of a mirror or video tape yourself. Practice your speech at least three times and assess your work and skill.

Remember, if you do not have a Penzu account, to create one and save your username and password in a safe place.
 * As you practice your speech, evaluate your work using the following questions. Answer these questions in your Penzu journal.**

**Self Assessment Questions**

 * When you have completed your Penzu journal response, send a link to it to your teacher via email.**

Self Assessing your work is crucial before you present to your actual audience. Remember, the more you practice, the better your speech will be. Consider also practicing in front of family and friends so that you can get real feedback from an actual audience.