How to become better public speakers

Concepts

• the (ancient) origins of oration
• the psychology of persuasion
• the effective structure and style of presentation
• the basics of strong and fallacious reasoning

Skills

• conceive, research, and outline a speech
• remember a speech (mnemonics, fractal rehearsal, memory palace, mind map)
• relax (tactical breathing, body scan, posture)

Work

• four outlined speeches
• three reflections
• impromptu exercises
• much feedback to peers

PRCA-24 redux

Remember when we searched for “prca-24” and answered the 24 questions.

How do you think you’d score now?

Perseverance

Diligence (rehearse) and perseverance (don’t give up) are important to the lifelong craft of public speaking.

As a 2nd-time instructor, I appreciate your patience, your courage, and willingness to share and learn.

I hope you will stay in touch.

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