Assignment: Speech Observation Analysis
Locate a speech online (via YouTube or other streaming video platform). The speech must be at least 10 minutes in length.
In an essay of at least two pages, analyze the speech. The essay should include the following:
1) Identify the purpose/objective of the speech.
2) Does the speaker accomplish her/his purpose? Use the textbook as your source to support this answer.
3) Identify the speaker's main points.
4) Does the speaker fully explore their main points? Use the textbook as your source to support this answer.
5) Analyze the speaker's delivery of the speech. Use the textbook to support your analysis. The analysis should include:
a) Speaking style (is it extemporaneous, manuscript, or impromptu)?
b) Use of voice
c) Use of gestures
d) Posture
e) Eye contact with the audience
6) What if anything from the speech would you like to incorporate into your speaking style?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.