Looking for public speaking tips? Learn five ways to help ensure your next speech is a success.

The five tips are:
1. Know your subject and your speech;
2. Know your audience and your space;
3. Never apologize;
4. Imagine yourself giving a great speech; and
5. Focus on your message, not on yourself.

This assignment allows students to share what they have learned from their independent novel studies as well as present their information in a speech. This assignment also has students meet in small group to discuss their novels.

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Whether you’re new to giving speeches or are a seasoned Toastmaster, these how-to articles will help you hone your skills. Get quick and easy tips for how to prepare and present an award, use visual aids and props, incorporate body language into your presentations, and more. With time and practice, you’re sure to see improvement in your ability to communicate and an increase in your confidence as well.

Find out tips and tricks for:
Accepting Awards
Delivering Eulogies
Delivering Technical Briefings
Giving Sales Pitches
Introducing Speakers
Preparing a Speech
Presenting Awards
Speaking to Diverse Audiences
Successful Speeches
Visual Aids and Props
Gestures and Body Language

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