Principles of Public Speaking, 21st Edition

1 The Need for Public Speaking

DOI: 10.4324/9781003414926-1

CHAPTER OUTLINE

Studying Public Speaking

Orality in Public Life

Basic Elements in the Speech-Making Process

Ethical Responsibilities for Speakers

Why Public Speaking?

Your Responsibility

Assessing Your Progress

Think About Mindfulness

Enter With Mindfulness

1. Before you enter a room, a new space, or even a new book, take a second to think about things.
2. Before reading each chapter of this book, pause and take one breath, be aware of the differences you might feel in each new space you enter.
3. When you leave that space, reflect on how you feel different.

The speech classroom gives you a unique opportunity to practice your speaking skills on a live audience, get feedback from listeners, ...