Speaking Tips

Sometimes we all need a little practical advice and tips when having to speak with others. These brief lecture based videos are designed to help equip you with fundamental speaking skills related to citizen leadership.

Preparing for a Speech

Speaking to an Audience: Choosing Speech Type

Every speaking situation has different needs. This is why there are multiple types of approaches for presenting. In this video, discover different types of presentational styles you might consider (or not!).

Presented by: Dr. Kris Paal

Speech Anxiety: Tips for Managing the Fear of Public Speaking

Speech anxiety is a broad term encompassing the varying levels of fear people have of speaking in various settings. In this video,learn more about what speech anxiety is and some practical tips to help reduce anxiety.

Presented by: Professor Jill Mitten

Keeping Yourself Organized

Organizational Structure: Importance of the Introduction

Keeping your thoughts and ideas organized is essential to speaking. In this video, learn about the importance of an introduction in a speaking situation and some of key components of effective introductions.

Presented by: Dr. Kris Paal

Organizational Structure: Choosing a Speech Pattern

Once you have all the information you want to share, how do you organize it? In this video, explore a variety of patterns for organizing your speech.

Presented by: Dr. Kris Paal

Organizational Structure: Conclusions

One of the most overlooked components of speaking is the conclusion. In this final video on organization, learn about the importance of a conclusion on the impact of your presentation.

Presented by: Dr. Kris Paal

Verbal Communication

Speaking Tips: Reducing Filler Words

Filler words are present in all presentations and can become distracting to your audience. This video will introduce you to different tools for reducing filler words.

Presented by: Dr. Kris Paal

Pronunciation, Enunciation and Articulation

It is not just what you say, but how you say it. In this video, explore some important speaking concepts that help with clarity and how they are important to the speaking process.

Presented by: Professor Jill Mitten

Code Switching: Adjusting your Language to Communicate with your Audience

Code Switching is how you change your language to better communicate with different audiences. In this video, you will learn the different elements to code switching and the ethical dilemmas someone might face with code switching.

Presented by: Dr. Isabel Fay

Non-Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Delivery Skills: Body Movement

Our nonverbal communication is just as important as the words we speak. In this video, explore elements that encompass nonverbal body movement and how they may become distracting.

Presented by: Dr. Erin B. Waggoner

Nonverbal Delivery Skills: Head Movement

Our facial expressions communicate a message to your audience. In this video, learn strategies for using facial expressions and eye contact effectively, and how they can also become distracting.

Presented by: Dr. Erin B. Waggoner

Using Technology

Online Presentational Skills: Tips for Successful Online Presentation

Regardless of the context, there are a number of considerations one should consider when presenting in a virtual environment. This video provides practical tips on how to present oneself in an online format.

Presented by: Professor Jeff Halliday

PowerPoint and Beyond: Using Visual Aids in Speaking

Visual aids are sometimes helpful elements in speaking situations. In this video, learn about the different types of visual aids and when to (and when not to) use them.

Presented by: Dr. Ryan Stouffer

Examples

Do's and Don'ts: Nonverbal Delivery Skills

After learning the different components of nonverbal delivery, the next element is to put them into practice. Watch a demonstration on how and how not to use nonverbal communication methods.

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