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Finals Week/Extemp Performances

12/13/2013

 

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Good People of 7th Period Speech,

It's hard to believe there's only one week left in the semester! One week, one speech! Let's make them both great! If you cannot locate your prompt for the extemp speech, click here to download a new one.

Please scroll down to see our performance order/plan of attack for the week...

Monday, December 16: Extemp Speeches

Speakers: Maddy L, Matt L, Sam H, Hope V, Kam F, Anna N, Kat L & Sarah Sh.

Attention Monday Speakers: ALL paperwork (outline, intro/conclusion, works cited) needs to be emailed to me (emathias@hse.k12.in.us) by 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 15. You must also submit your outline to the Turnitin dropbox by 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 15 as well.

Tuesday, December 17: Extemp Speeches

Speakers: Isaac C, Wes C, Claire P, Ben H, Jennifer M, Summer D, Admir I & Sarah St.

Attention Tuesday Speakers: ALL paperwork (outline, intro/conclusion, works cited) needs to be printed and ready to turn in at the beginning of class on Monday, December 16. You must also submit your outline to the Turnitin dropbox before class begins on Monday, December 16 as well.

Wednesday, December 18: (No Speech)

(Day 1 of Final Exams: Periods 1 & 2)
7th period does not meet and Mr. M. will be sad.  

Thursday, December 19: Extemp Speeches

(Day 2 of Final Exams: Periods 3 & 4)
Speakers: Grant G, Julie L, Cam P, Hope H, Jasmyne S & Sam K.

Attention, Thursday Speakers!  ALL paperwork (outline, intro/conclusion, works cited) needs to be printed and ready to turn in at the beginning of class on Tuesday, December 17. You must also submit your outline to the Turnitin dropbox before class begins on Tuesday, December 17 as well. (**Because we do not meet on Wednesday, your work is due Tuesday. Do not forget!**)

Friday, December 20: Written Exam

(Last Day of Final Exams: Periods 5, 6 & 7)
Written Final Exam: Objective Test (95 multiple choice questions).
Click here to download a basic overview of what to review in preparation for this test.

Oral Interp: Performance Order & Info

12/6/2013

 
Below is the schedule for the oral interp performances. Pay close attention to all requirements on the prompt for this speech. If you have questions, please ask.
WEDNESDAY (12/11)
Cam P. & Admir I.
Hope H. & Jasmyne S.
Julie L. & Sarah Sh.
Matt L. & Grant G.
THURSDAY (12/12)
Kam F. & Hope V.
Sarah St. & Sarah B.
Maddy L.
Isaac C. & Sam K.
Summer D. & Wes C.
FRIDAY (12/13)
Anna N. & Jennifer M.
Claire P. & Ben H.
Troy C.
Kat L. & Sam H.
So wait... what's due for this speech?
Glad you asked!

On the school day prior to your performance, you will turn in:
  1. UPDATED: a printed copy of the Turnitin report for your character analysis*
  2. a scored copied of your script
  3. a typed introduction

* Your character analysis should be submitted to the drop box on Blackboard before class begins on the school day prior to your speech.

notable downloadables (updated 12/10)

Prompts for Speech & Character Analysis

Notes on Characterization & Scoring

NEW: Critique for Oral Interp Speech
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Most Persuasive Speaker of the Round

12/5/2013

 
As announced in class, congratulations to
Hope V.
who was voted Speaker of the Round by the class!

Hats off to the other speakers of the days:
  - Sarah St.
  - Anna N.
  - Claire P.
  - Kat L.
  - Troy C.

Performance Order for persuasive speech

11/22/2013

 
Below is the performance order for persuasive speeches.

Please remember that your paperwork is due the SCHOOL DAY before your performance date.

If you wish to use a visual aid involving classroom equipment, you must see me to schedule a time to do this at least one school day prior to your speech.
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Click to download the Persuasive Speech Checklist
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Persuasive Speech

11/12/2013

 
Download files related to your persuasive speech here:

Website Evaluation Tool

Annotated Bibliography Handout (updated - 11/13/13)

Demo Speech: Speaker of the Round Results

10/23/2013

 

And the Treasure chest of democracy says the winner is...

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Congratulations to our latest Speaker of the Round, Anna!

Kudos to all of our other Speakers of the Day:

  • Maddy L (flower pens)
  • Isaac C (chopping wood)
  • Matt L (putting in contacts)
  • Jennifer M (tap dancing)
  • Grant G (setting a broken arm)

  • Two down, and two to go!

    Demo Speech Performance Order

    10/15/2013

     

    When Do I Go Again?

    Wednesday, 10/16: Sam H, Admir, Maddy, Kat
    Thursday, 10/17: Wes, Sam K, Summer D, Anna
    Friday, 10/18: Troy, Sarah B, Hope V, Isaac
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    Monday, 10/21: Sarah St., Matt, Ben H, Hope H
    Tuesday, 10/22: Jennifer, Julie, Claire, Jasmyne
    Wednesday, 10/23: Kam, Sarah Sh, Grant, Cam

    Remember, your paperwork is due the SCHOOL DAY before your performance date.


    If you wish to use the computer, projector or other classroom technology, you must make arrangements with me prior to your performance date. You MUST schedule this with me in advance. Do not assume that I can be available on any given afternoon.


    Anyone who does not perform during this time frame will go on our first day back after fall break.

    The GUTS of Public Speaking

    9/15/2013

     
    Like a sturdy building, good speeches are constructed using quality materials and tools, put together through masterful use of specific skills and concepts.

    Understanding how a worthwhile public speech is made and delivered is crucial to your success in Speech class. Click on the icons/links below to download PDF versions of some of the relevant handouts you received paper copies of in class. 

    Bottom line?

    "WHEN IN DOUBT, CHECK THE HANDOUT!"

    Sample Informative Outline #1 (Black Cat)
    File Size: 34 kb
    File Type: pdf
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    Sample Informative Outline #2 (Concussions)
    File Size: 45 kb
    File Type: pdf
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    Speech Outline Model
    File Size: 88 kb
    File Type: pdf
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    Patterns of Organization & Using Transitions and Summaries
    File Size: 293 kb
    File Type: pdf
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    Incorporating Quotes and Info on Visual Aids and Notecards.pdf
    File Size: 273 kb
    File Type: pdf
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