persuasive speech! ( for communication, public speaking class)

motivatedsequencedesign.doc

OUTLINE WORKSHEET: seq NL1 \r 0 \h MOTIVATED SEQUENCE DESIGN

TITLE (Optional):

Topic:

Specific Purpose:

Thesis Statement:

Attention material (focus attention on problem):

Credibility material:

Preview:

(Transition into body of speech)

I seq NLA \r 0 \h . Main point #1 (Statement of need for action):

A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Description of problem):

1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Signs, symptoms, effects of problem):

2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Example, narrative, or testimony):

B seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Importance of problem):

1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Extent of problem):

a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Facts/statistics):

b seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Expert testimony):

2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Who is affected):

a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Facts/statistics):

b seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Example/narrative):

(Transition into main point 2)

II seq NLA \r 0 \h . Main point #2 (Present solution that satisfies need):

A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Description of solution):

1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (How solution satisfies need):

2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (How solution can be implemented):

a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Plan of action):

(1 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 1 of plan):

(2 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 2 of plan):

(3 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 3 of plan):

(4 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 4 of plan):

(Transition into main point 3)

III seq NLA \r 0 \h . (Visualize results):

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A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Describe expected results of action):

B seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Describe consequences of inaction):

(Transition into conclusion)

Summary:

Call for action:

_____	I have selected a topic that involves a problem that needs to be solved with action.
_____	I have clearly stated the purpose of my speech.
_____	My thesis statement is written as a complete declarative sentence.
_____	My introduction focuses attention on the problem, establishes my credibility, and previews my message.
_____	The first main point in my speech establishes the need for action.
_____	The second main point in my speech details a plan of action that satisfies the need.
_____	The third main point in my speech visualizes the results of action and the consequences of inaction.
_____	I have appropriate supporting material for each main point in my speech.
_____	The conclusion of my speech contains a summary statement and ends with a call for action.
_____	I have provided transitions where they are needed to make my speech flow smoothly.
_____	I have compiled a list of works consulted in the preparation of my speech.