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COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
Jaclyn Griffith
COM 200: INFORMATIVE SPEECH
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In this speech, you will inform your audience about an object, process, person,
concept, or event that is useful, interesting, relevant to and appropriate for a
college classroom audience. You may choose the topic yourself.
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Your topic must be approved by the instructor in class on March 8th/9th, or via
email if you are absent.
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Your goal is not to persuade the audience, but to provide unbiased, objective
information.
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Your speech must be 4- to 5-minutes long.
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You may NOT use a PowerPoint or Slides presentation for this speech, but you
may provide a supplemental visual aid, such as a short video or a photo.
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You must submit a printed speech outline at the start of your speech in order to
present your speech. The outline must follow the format provided by the
instructor.
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The last page of your outline must be a references page with at least 5 sources
cited in proper formatting. You may choose which style guidelines you wish to
follow. Do not rely on an automatic source creator. For instructions on how to
properly cite sources, visit:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style
_guide/in_text_citations_the_basics.html
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You must verbally cite at least 3 sources during your speech.
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The Informative Speech is worth 15% of your final grade, and the outline is
worth 5% of your final grade.
COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
Jaclyn Griffith
If you’re struggling to come up with a topic, consider the following:
Definition speeches: This speech aims to explain a concept or theory. For example, a
speech topic starting with “What is…?” is usually a definition-type informative speech.
Explanatory speeches: These speeches explain how something works. For example, an
explanatory speech could explain how your brain processes information or how an
electric car works.
Demonstrative speeches: These classic “how-to’s” show the audience how to perform
a task and often include a visual presentation. For example, students could teach their
classmates how to be more productive or cook a meal.
Comparative speeches: When a speaker compares or contrasts two alternative things,
they help the audience understand the similarities or differences between two topics.
For example, a comparative speech may weigh the pros and cons of private versus
public schools.
Descriptive speeches: This informative speech describes a person, place, or thing and
explains why the subject is essential. For example, a student may teach their
classmates about a historical figure, or an entrepreneur may give a descriptive speech
about the specifics of their product idea.
Source:
Hailey, L. (2022, Oct. 13). 333 Informative Speech Topics To Rock Your Presentation.
Science of People. https://www.scienceofpeople.com/informative-speech-topics/
NOTE: these are not organizational patterns for your outline/speech, they are types of
speeches to help you brainstorm ideas. There are also many resources online to help
you generate a topic.
COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
Jaclyn Griffith
COM 200: Informative Speech Outline
This is worth 5% of your final course grade.
NOTE: These are NOT your speaking notes. You MUST hand in a copy of this outline
at the start of your speech. You must have your own speaking notes to help you
during your speech.
Title of speech
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Title:
Topic of speech
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Information about _______________________________________.
Opening line of speech
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Full sentence to grab the audience’s attention:
Introduction of speech
Make sure you preview your main points, grab the audience’s attention, relate yourself
and the topic to the audience, and establish your credibility.
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What will you say to establish your credibility? (full sentence):
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What is your thesis statement? (full sentence):
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What will you say to briefly preview your main points? (full sentences):
Transition to body of speech
How will you tell the audience you are moving onto your main points?
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One full sentence to transition:
COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
Jaclyn Griffith
Body of speech, separated into as many main and subpoints as you need
Make sure your focus is clear. Balance your main points (they should take equal
amounts of time to cover). Verbally cite your research at least three times to support
your information. Transition smoothly between main points.
*Include as many or as few points as necessary to organize your speech clearly.
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main point #1:
o subpoint A:
o subpoint B:
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main point #2*:
o subpoint A:
o subpoint B:
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Verbal citation #1:
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Verbal citation #2:
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Verbal citation #3:
COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
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Signpost for conclusion
How will you tell the audience that the end is near?
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One full sentence:
Conclusion of speech
Did you review/summarize your main points? Did you mention any new material that
should’ve been in the body instead?
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This is how I’ll summarize my main points (full sentences):
Last line of speech
How will your audience know the speech is definitely over?
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One full sentence:
References
You should cite your sources in a References page using whichever style you prefer:
MLA, APA, Chicago, etc. Be consistent with the style throughout. Follow instructions at
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_sty
le_guide/in_text_citations_the_basics.html - do not rely on the automatic source
creator.
COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
Jaclyn Griffith
Informative Speech Grading Rubric
Speaker’s name: ___________________________________
Date: _______________ Time: _______________
Introduction (out of 2 pts)
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• Appropriate opening grabs attention
• Establishes credibility
• Presents clear thesis
• Previews main points of speech
• Comments:
Body (out of 6 pts) _________
• Presents balanced main points
• The speech has a clear focus
• Uses transitions (signposts) to help audience follow along
• Uses research/experience to support main points
• Cites the source of the research within the speech (at least 3 scholarly sources)
• Does not go significantly over or under the allotted speech time (4-5 minutes)
• Comments:
COM 200
Informative Speech Assignment
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Conclusion (out of 2 pts) _________
• Summarizes main points
• Does not introduce new material
• Stays strong through the final sentence
• Provides a memorable closing (and audience knows it is over)
• Comments:
Delivery (out of 5 pts) _________
• Extemporaneous delivery
• Poise (confident and comfortable)
• Voice (loud and clear)
• Life (displayed emotions and vocal variety)
• Eye Contact (not reliant on notes)
• Gestures (natural and effective)
• Speed (paced well)
• Fluency between points (no long pauses)
• Comments:
Total (out of 15 pts) _________