What is the goal of speech of to influence thinking? how about in the speech to motivate action?

Motivational /Call to Action Speech Assignment

Speech 220

Purpose:� The purpose of this speech is to construct a speech designed to motivate (persuade) an audience who agrees with your position to take action on a public or political issue. As a Motivational /Call to Action speech, the topic should emphasize the problem or issue in the status quo that you and your audience are struggling to change. Depending on your topic, the locus and scope of the problem may be local; national, or international. Unlike the first persuasive speech, your audience for this speech generally agrees with your position. Your purpose in this speech is to: (1) strengthen the shared commitment and values in opposition to the problem/people you describe, (2) present solutions to the problem, (3) describe the results of your plan, and (4) motivate (persuade) the audience to take a specific action based on the shared values and outrage you have created. The Monroe Motivational Sequence must be used. Please be sure that the actions you are motivating are realistic, specific and possible.� It will help if you imagine that you�re addressing a sign-carrying crowd of fellow believers in Westlake Center.

 Description:� This speech should be 6-8 minutes in length.� I am not requiring any sources or visual aids for this speech but you should use them if necessary or appropriate. This means that the burden is on you! It is important that you gain the Attention of the audience by clearly showing what the problem you want them to take action on is. [Single focus, clear and specific problem] Not having a clear, focused idea to share, means that you cannot do the next step well.

The Need portion clearly states two things, why something needs to change, and change as fast as possible, and your plan of action. This plan tells your supporters what exactly they have top do to fix the problem, change the dreadful potential outcome etc. Remember, this is what you want them to do, rather than just think. A clear understandable plan that can be put into motion is necessary.

Address the Satisfaction segment, by helping them to understand why their daily life, society and/or the Quality of Life on our planet will be improved by doing what you ask them to do. Give them well-constructed images of how much better things will be after your plan has been put into action.

Visualization asks them to see themselves doing the action. Make clear how they can be successful. They are on your side, they are waiting to be told what t o do. Like people desiring to help after a great hurricane, earthquake etc. this phase gives them something concrete to do. Many people feel better after they have done something solid and �real� feel free to construct fictitious websites, phone numbers etc. even fictitious buses waiting to take them to the demonstration site. Act as if what you are saying is real and vital, you are motivating them, calling them to action after all.

Finally, your conclusion is a Call to Action, to inspire them to get out there and change the status quo, using your plan, which will lead to the achievement of an agreed upon goal. I will be looking for you to ground your claims in this audience�s values and I will expect supporting evidence in the form of citations and visual aids if necessary.� Style and language are emphasized in this speech, and I will be looking for you to incorporate figurative style and language techniques into your speech.� Be an inspiration! 

Evaluation:� This speech is worth 20% of your final grade. The preparation

And presentation outlines are to be typed and are due to me at the beginning of the speech. Your presentation outline must be in Key Word format, with any quotations written out in full. Use your symbols/ colors/ fonts to keep track of vocal emphasis. You may want to cue yourself about timing; we will discuss this in class. There is no self-evaluation paper for this speech. As this is the final speech of our class, it should be your best! Please remember that we practice extemporaneous speaking; you will be especially graded down for anything that resembles a manuscript presentation in this speech. Your speech will be evaluated on content, organization and delivery style. Audience analysis and ethos are imperative to the success of your protest speech, so please keep this in mind.� If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail me for help.

Table of contents:


  1. What is the goal of speech of to influence thinking?
  2. What are the principles of persuasive speaking?
  3. What makes up an impromptu speech?
  4. What is the main idea of speech?
  5. What are the different types of speech style?
  6. What are the three parts of a speech?
  7. What is the message of the speech?
  8. What are the three features of a good speech outline?
  9. What are the 5 components of speech?
  10. What are the elements of a good speech?
  11. What are the four types of speech delivery?
  12. What is the most important element of public speaking?
  13. What are the six elements of voice?
  14. What are the elements of a voice?
  15. What are the 10 vocal qualities?
  16. What is an example of voice in literature?
  17. What are the elements of voice and examples?
  18. How can I improve my speech voice?

What is the goal of speech of to influence thinking?

Speaking to Influence Thinking Desire to gain intellectual agreement. Example: To persuade my audience that immigrants enrich American society and business life. 2. Speaking to Motivate Action Tries to impel listeners to take action.

What are the principles of persuasive speaking?

To summarize, a persuasive message can succeed through the principles of reciprocity, scarcity, authority, commitment and consistency, consensus, and liking.

What makes up an impromptu speech?

An impromptu speech is when you're asked to speak in public without prior notice. It can be one of the most terrifying speeches you'll ever do; standing up in front of a crowd and having to speak for a few minutes without preparation is daunting even for the most seasons speakers./span>

What is the main idea of speech?

The objective of a good speech is to persuade, inform or entertain an audience. To accomplish this, one must have a specific purpose for the speech. This is the main idea or thesis statement and it must be prevalent throughout the speech.

What are the different types of speech style?

According to Joos (1976), speech style is divided into five forms. They are frozen style, formal style, consultative style, casual style and intimate style.

What are the three parts of a speech?

Speeches are organized into three main parts: introduction, body, and conclusion.

  • Introduction. The introduction of the speech establishes the first, crucial contact between the speaker and the audience. ...
  • Body. In the body, the fewer the main points the better. ...
  • Conclusion.

What is the message of the speech?

The objective of a good speech is to persuade, inform or entertain an audience. To accomplish this, one must have a specific purpose for the speech. This is the main idea or thesis statement and it must be prevalent throughout the speech./span>

What are the three features of a good speech outline?

What does a Good Speech have?

  • Clarity. Clarity is an essential feature of a good speech. ...
  • Definiteness of Message. The message of the speech should be definite and relevant to the subject matter.
  • Conciseness. ...
  • Interesting. ...
  • Informal Touch. ...
  • Considering the Audience. ...
  • Speaking Slowly. ...
  • Free from Emotions.

What are the 5 components of speech?

Terms in this set (5)

  • Respiration. Exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) to and from the lungs.
  • Phonation. Production of sounds by the movement of air through the vocal cords (vibration)
  • Resonance. The amplication/modification of sound by the cavities of the vocal tract.
  • Articulation. ...
  • Prosody.

What are the elements of a good speech?

Master your public speaking skills with these seven keys to a good speech.

  • Key #1 – Ensure Your Speech Has a Point. ...
  • Key #2 – Connect with Your Audience. ...
  • Key #3 – Have the Right Tone for Your Message. ...
  • Key #4 – Focus on Good Structure. ...
  • Key #5 – Capture People with a Story. ...
  • Key #6 – Practice and Revise.

What are the four types of speech delivery?

There are four basic types of speech delivery:

  • Impromptu Delivery. As the name implies, this is delivery with little or no preparation. ...
  • Extemporaneous Delivery. ...
  • Manuscript Delivery. ...
  • Memorized Delivery.

What is the most important element of public speaking?

Introduction. Most people don't pay enough attention to the introduction of a speech. The introduction is one of the most important parts of the speech, because if you lose your audience at the beginning, getting them back can be next to impossible.

What are the six elements of voice?

As its name suggests, the term vocal variety relates to the way you speak and can be broken down into several elements including:

  • Volume (Loudness)
  • Pitch (Rise and Fall)
  • Pace (Rate)
  • Pause (Silence)
  • Resonance (Timbre)
  • Intonation.

What are the elements of a voice?

There are five elements of voice: diction, detail, imagery, syntax, tone.

What are the 10 vocal qualities?

Vocal qualities include volume, pace, pitch, rate, rhythm, fluency, articulation, pronunciation, enunciation, tone, to name a few.

What is an example of voice in literature?

In a third person objective voice, a narrator narrates the story without showing the character's feelings and thoughts, and gives unbiased and objective points of view. A typical example of this voice is Ernest Hemingway's Hills Like White Elephants.

What are the elements of voice and examples?

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  • There are five elements of voice: diction, detail, imagery, syntax, tone.
  • Diction is the foundation of voice and contributes to all of its elements.
  • DETAIL.
  • Imagery – verbal representation of sensory experience.
  • Syntax - the way words are arranged within sentences.

How can I improve my speech voice?

6 Tips to Improve Your Public Speaking Voice

  1. 1) Slow Down. When you speak more slowly, your voice has more power and authority. ...
  2. 2) Use Voice Exercises. The human voice is like a muscle. ...
  3. 3) Record and Listen to Your Voice. ...
  4. 4) Record Phone Conversations. ...
  5. 5) Focus on Pauses. ...
  6. 6) Eat and Drink Well. ...
  7. Public Speaking Voice Training.

What is speech to influence thinking?

Persuasive speeches “intend to influence the beliefs, attitudes, values, and acts of others.” Unlike an informative speech, where the speaker is charged with making some information known to an audience, in a persuasive speech the speaker attempts to influence people to think or behave in a particular way.

What does it take to motivate an audience to action?

Motivate and Influence an Audience.
Educate. Give people enough information so they understand the need to act and feel confident about the action they need to take. ... .
Expertise. ... .
Entertain. ... .
Experience. ... .
Enthusiasm. ... .
Example. ... .
Encourage. ... .
Eloquence..

What is the importance of reasoned persuasion in public speaking?

This art of convincing others is propelled by reasoned argument, the cornerstone of persuasive speeches. Reasoned arguments, which might consist of facts, statistics, personal testimonies, or narratives, are employed to motivate audiences to think or behave differently than before they heard the speech.

What is a persuasive speech?

A persuasive speech is a speech that is given with the intention of convincing the audience to believe or do something. This could be virtually anything - voting, organ donation, recycling, and so on.