Persuasive Speech

Therefore, your topic should focus on the action you want the audience to take. The speech is 7-10 minutes in length and is worth 200 points – 25 points for the outline and 175 points for the presentation. Again, you are free to choose any topic that interests you, but there are some limitations: Nothing illegal, immoral, or unethical No overly political topics (i.e., recommending one vote for a certain candidate) No overly religious topics (i.e., attempting to persuade the audience to join a specific religion) No overly controversial topics (i.e., attempting to convince the audience to be pro-life or pro-choice) No guns, ammunition or weapons of any kind No alcohol or drugsYou ABSOLUTELY MUST present on the assigned day – there will not be time for make-up speeches.Remember – I am here for you if you need guidance or have any questions. I am also available if you need help locating sources. Don’t hesitate to email me or stop by my office. REQUIREMENTS Your speech must be 7-10 minutes in length. Going over or under the time allotment by more than 15 seconds will result in lowering your presentation grade by one (1) letter grade. You must submit a typed outline to me the day of your presentation. If I don’t get an outline, you don’t give your speech. You must have at least two types of audio/visual aids that supplement your presentation. You must have and orally cite at least 4 outside sources. MISCELLANEOUS PowerPoint may only be used for charts, graphs, or photographs. If your cell phone or pager goes off during any student’s presentation, 50 points will be deducted from your grade. If you walk in late and interrupt a classmate’s presentation, 50 points will be deducted from your grade.The Internet is a wonderful source of information; however, it is not the only source of information. You can use books, magazines, pamphlets, interviews, etc., but please make sure that your sources are credible and current. Please balance your speech against the grading rubric. If you give me what’s shown on the rubric, you will have presented a complete and well-structured speech; a complete and well-structured speech often warrants high scores!