fundamentals of oral communication

Informative Speech Outline Template

Outline

I. Introduction

A. Attention Grabber:

B. Thesis Statement: (must include specific Objective, topic and sub-topics)

C. Credibility: why are you the right person to discuss this topic? What is your knowledge or experience with this topic?

II. Body—the main points are the sub-topics you mentioned you were going to discuss in your Thesis Statement. Remember try to keep it at around three main points.

A. Main Point 1

a. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

b. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

c. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

B. Main Point 2

a. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

b. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

c. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

C. Main Point 3

a. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

b. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

c. Evidence (can be data/statistics/testimonials/anecdotes, etc.) Cite your source

III. Conclusion:

A. Recap your main points

B. Finish with something memorable.