I know of no eloquent man who has not read
and listened to the speeches of eloquent men.

-St. Augustine

This week your work will focus on critiquing talks, including your own.

Key topics for the week include:

· Giving constructive criticism;
· Identifying strengths and weaknesses in talks;
· Avoiding sexist language; and
· Understanding free speech issues.

What to do:

· Submit your answers to Exam #2. Check Blackboard, under "Assignments" for the exam;
· Watch Videotape #10: Fine Tuning a Speech;
· Outline and draft your speech critique paper; and
· Watch speeches and learn from them.

Consider This

Each day there are hundreds of speeches being delivered. Tune into C-SPAN (television or radio) and watch or listen to public officials handle public speaking.

Consider using the Internet to view great speeches. Using a web browser, call up speeches by famous orators including Martin L. King, Jr., Ronald Reagan, and Barbara Jordan.

Consult the audio/visual center of your local library. There are many videotapes of great speakers for your enjoyment and study. Take advantage of these holdings.