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Evaluating a speech

Now that you understand the elements that make up a great speech, it's time to evaluate a spoken presentation.

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Identify and evaluate the elements used to engage you, maintain your interest and inform you in one of the 'TED' talks at the link below. Your teacher may direct you to a particular talk or provide you with another).

http://ted.com.

Download and complete the 'Spoken presentation evaluation' worksheet at the link below.

Spoken presentation evaluation

  • Listen closely to the talk.
  • Rewatch the talk with the sound turned off to focus on nonverbal behaviours.
  • Participate in small and/or whole group discussions evaluating the techniques and organisational structures used.
  • Ask your teacher about working on your own or as part of a group to complete the checklist section of the worksheet.

Complete the final evaluation section individually.