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COMS 101

Speech Presentation Assignment Instructions

Overview

This course requires you to present an informative speech and a persuasive speech to a live, visually documented audience of 3 or more adults. Use a video recording device to create an audible recording of this presentation for submission. After creating your video, you will upload the video to Kaltura, copy the embed code, and add it to the text box in Canvas. Your speech grade will be determined by the degree to which you satisfy the requirements listed below. You can review the tutorials for Kaltura and How to Submit a Video Presentation and under the Speech Presentation: Informative Speech Assignment Resources for further instructions on uploading your video to Kaltura and submitting it in Canvas.

Note: You are highly encouraged to use the Kaltura platform to upload your video. Our IT Help Desk can assist you with Kaltura or Canvas issues that may arise while trying to upload and embed this video assignment; however, if you are more comfortable using a different video platform (such as YouTube) you may. The IT Help Desk may not be able to assist you if you encounter issues with other video platforms.

Instructions

Be sure to refer the outline completed in the previous assignment for the specific speech you will submit for the presentation that is assigned in the module.

1. Practice presenting your outline content as an extemporaneous speech.

Guidelines for Practicing Your Speech: Please not the following guidelines for this step in the speech preparation and presentation process:

· Record Your Practice Speech(es): The graded speech recording will require you to use a video recording device, so use one when practicing the speech, to help you prepare.

· Keep the Time Frame and Audience Requirements in Mind: Remember as you practice that you are to deliver a 4–6 minute speech to a visually-documented live audience of 3 or more adults.

· Practice Speaking Extemporanously: Practice delivering your speech extemporaneously (i.e., spontaneously and naturally) since you will not be permitted to read the speech to your audience.

· Prepare and Use Notecards: You may use notecards for occasional reference during the speech presentation, if needed. Do not use visually distracting alternatives to notecards, like full sheets of paper or digital devices.

· Practice Your Visual Presentation Skills: Maintain strong posture, gestures, and eye contact with the audience and you must avoid any visually or aurally distracting mannerisms while speaking.

· Practice Your Aural Presentation Skills: You must use an effective volume, pitch, rate, and vocal delivery during the presentation.

· Practice with Your Visual Aid: You must properly use a visual aid during your speech delivery.

2. Record the informative speech presentation.

Speech Recording and Submission Process: Record the version of your speech presentation that you wish to submit for grading.

Please note the following regarding this:

What You Need for This Step: Before you begin, be sure you have the following essentials:

· A functioning video camera with audio/video capture capability

· A well-lit room where you can present the recorded speech to your audience

· Space that enables you to stand 8-15 feet from the camera while recording the speech

· A physically present live audience of 3 or more adults

· Notecards (3″ x 5″ is the ideal size), for occasional reference during the speech

· A makeshift lectern (if desired)

· Your required visual aid, to add meaning or impact to part of your presentation

What to Remember as You Record Your Speech:

· Have an audience member start the camera for you, when you are ready.

· Position the camera person 8-15 feet from where you will speak

· The unpaused recording must begin by showing your audience members and then must sweep toward you as you then begin to deliver the speech.

· Remain visible and audible throughout the entire speech

· Your recording must be continuous; do not pause or stop the camera till you are done.

· Speak extemporaneously. Do not read your speech. Speeches that appear to be read may be deemed unqualified for grading.

· Use effective kinesics (posture, gestures, facial expressions, and eye contact) to add meaning or impact to your presentation.

· Use effective vocalics (volume, pitch, tone, rate, and pauses) to add meaning or impact to your presentation.

· Use the visual aid, when relevant, to add meaning or impact to your presentation.

· Avoid any visually or aurally distracting mannerisms while speaking.

3. Upload the informative speech recording for grading.

(1) Upload the Speech Recording

· Highly Recommended: Follow the instructions on the Kaltura link on the Speech Presentation Assignment page in Canvas to upload your video to Kaltura and grab the share embed code. Liberty University students and faculty have free use of Kaltura and the IT Help Desk can assist you if you have any trouble.

· Alternatively, you may grab the share URL link in Kaltura to submit your video assignment. The Kaltura link on the Speech Presentation Assignment page in Canvas will guide you through how to locate the share URL link.

Note: You are highly encouraged to use the Kaltura platform to upload your video. Our IT Help Desk can assist you with Kaltura or Canvas issues that may arise while trying to upload and embed this video assignment; however, if you are more comfortable using a different video platform (such as YouTube) you may. The IT Help Desk may not be able to assist you if you encounter issues with other video platforms.

(2) Confirm that Your Upload Succeeded. Watch the entire video to confirm that the upload was successful and that its content is both visible and audible.

(3) Remember the Deadline!

If you have questions about these guidelines, direct them to your instructor as soon as possible.

*The views and opinions expressed in the videos are those of the speakers or authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions held by Liberty University.

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