Speech Outline 3: Persuasive
- Due May 12, 2013 by 11:59pm
- Points 75
- Submitting a file upload
- File Types doc, docx, and pdf
It is highly recommended that you use the following worksheet to complete your speech outline; if the file is cumbersome for you to use you should at least pay attention to the elements laid out in the worksheet. There are both .doc and .rtf files available.
Use the Problem Solution format I sent through Canvas the week we discussed this organizational format.
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I have used full, single sentences (not paragraphs) on all components (you may use multiple sentences in the intro & conclusion).
All main points are single declarative sentences.
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I have included, prior to the introduction: Topic, Organizational Pattern (either Problem/Solution or the Motivated Sequence), Specific Purpose, and Thesis Statement.
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My thesis statement is stated as a proposition (question) of public policy and has been integrated into my introduction.
It is also at main point II and includes the who, what, and where.
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My introduction includes: Attention Getter, Indicated Purpose (puts my topic in a context that is relevant to my audience), Established Credibility, and Preview of My Main Points (states thesis and previews my main points).
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My conclusion includes: Review of My Main Points (summarizes the speech), Reinforcement of My Purpose (connects to my introduction and reminds audience why my topic is relevant to them), and Provided Closure.
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I have used the correct format for numeration and indented my points and sub points properly. (I, A, 1, a.).
1 sentence per symbol
1 idea per symbol
At least two levels of subordination (No A without a B, no 1 without a 2)
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I have included full-sentence connectives/transitions between each of my main points.
There's also a transition moving from intro to body and body to conclusion
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I have labeled the specific type of reasoning I'm using in the body of the speech and it is free of reasoning fallacies
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I have highlighted and labeled at least three pieces of supporting material
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I have proofread this outline for spelling and grammatical errors.
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I have exercised academic integrity and given credit where credit is due.
Ex. "According to the American Institute of Health, in last month's press release, 45% of Americans will experience...." (AIH, 2013-statistic)
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I have attached a separate APA style reference sheet at the back of my outline and have included at least four properly cited, credible sources.
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