informative speech outline
Alex.1
Chapter_09Outlining.pdf
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} Full sentence/preparation outline
} Shorter speaking outline
} Outlines are formal constructs
} Hierarchy and subordination
} Coordination
} Principle of Division
I. Main Points
A. Subpoints
1. Sub-subpoints
a. Sub-sub-subpoints
b. Sub-sub-subpoints
2. Sub-subpoints
a. Sub-sub-subpoints
b. Sub-sub-subpoints
B. Subpoints
1. Sub-subpoints
a. Sub-sub-subpoints
b. Sub-sub-subpoints
2. Sub-subpoints
a. Sub-sub-subpoints
b. Sub-sub-subpoints
} Complete sentences.
} Standard format.
} Specific purpose.
} Intro, conclusion, signposts, etc.
} Edit as you rehearse.
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} Fulfilled the Specific Purpose?
} Are main ideas a logical extension?
} Do signposts enhance the flow?
} Do subpoints directly support?
} Is the format correct?
} Symbol = ≥ 1 – 2 full sentences } Quotations
} Citations
} Write to speak, not to read.
} Not a free flowing draft
} Write vs. speaking
◦ Grammar, sentence structure, vocab.
} Full sentences
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} Brief, single words or short phrases.
} Shorter intro and conclusion.
} Include support, signposts, etc.
} Remove specific purpose.
} Standard format.
} Delivery cues
} Quotes
} Note cards
