The essential elements of public speaking /

DeVito, Joseph A., 1938-

The essential elements of public speaking / Joseph A. DeVito. - Fourth edition. - xxviii, 308 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 297-300) and index.

Part I. Fundamentals of public speaking -- Introducing public speaking -- Listening and criticism -- Part II: Preparing and presenting public speeches -- Preparing and presenting a public speech (steps 1-10, in brief) -- Select your topic, purposes, and thesis (step 1) -- Analyze and adapt to your audience (step 2) -- Research your speech (step 3) -- Collect supporting materials and presentation aids (step 4) -- Organize your speech (steps 5,6, and 7) -- Word your speech (step 8) -- Rehearse and present your speech (steps 9 and 10) -- Part III: Types of speeches -- Informing your audience -- Persuading your audience -- Speaking on special occasions.

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Public speaking.

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