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inf_speech__outline_w_rubric1.docInformative Speech Rihan 1
Identity Scripts
Specific Purpose: To inform the audience what identity scripts are, and why they are important in
our lives.
Central Idea: Identity scripts are ways in which our family members influence
us through communicating their ideas of who we are and what our values should be.
I. Introduction
A. Do you remember all of those annoying things that your parents used to say to
you all of the time like, “Money doesn't grow on trees," or “Treat others as you
wish to be treated?” Chances are, these values that your parents’ taught you are
still in with you today, and have an affect on who you are. If so this shows that
you did not have complete control over who you grew up to be.
B. Goodwill/credibility: It is important to know about identity scripts because if
you are not aware of what they are and how they are used, then it may be hard
for you to understand why you are the way you are, and why you do some of
the things that you do.
C. Thesis Claim: Identity scripts are ways in which our family members influence
us through communicating their ideas of who we are and what our values should be.
D. Preview of Main Points: I will be discussing three main points:
1. First off I would like to give you a better definition of this concept.
2. Then I will illustrate how this concept is present in the real world.
3. Lastly, I hope to highlight why this idea is significant.
(Transition: Now that you know what I will be talking about today, we will move into the
definition of identity scripts.)
II. Body
A. First let’s define what this concept really means.
1. Identity scripts are used by others to communicate to us who we are,
and “rules for how we are supposed to live and who we are supposed to
be” (Hernandez, 1995 p.69) . Instead of just picking up on things that are said to us, these are values our parents teach us about our family and what is considered right or wrong for us to do.
2. These scripts are also a tool that parents use to tell us what they want
us to do. How many times did your parents tell you, “You’ll grow up
and go to college?” This was probably not always a guarantee, but it
was what your parents wanted for you (Smith & Habib, 1993).
(Transition: After me defining identity scripts for you, it might help your understanding if you
heard some examples.)
B. Next, let’s move to some real world illustrations.
1. One value that is strong in my family is the value of friendship. My
parents always taught me at an early age to befriend anyone, and
especially the people that seemed like they didn’t have a lot of other
friends. Even though this value was taught early on, I still lived it in
High School by making friends with the foreign exchange students and
including them in social activities.
2. Another thing that was reiterated to me when I was younger was the
importance of saving money. When I got my small allowance I always
wanted to go out and spend the money right then and buy as much as I
could. My mom would always explain to me that if I waited and saved
my money, that later I could buy something bigger and better with my
money. To this day, I am always saving whatever money I get for
something bigger and better that I can buy.
(Transition: Now that we have seen some examples and you fully understand this
concept, what makes it important?)
C. Identity scripts are fairly simple, but they are still significant in our
communication.
1. “Most psychologists believe that the basic
identity scripts for our lives are formed very early, probably by age 5”
(Black, 2001, p. 85).
This means that we have little control over the basic understanding of
who we are and the way we are supposed to live. Our identity scripts
are absorbed when we have no real understanding of what is going on
in our lives.
2. Since you really have no control over who your basic person turns out
to be, it is very hard to change if you do not like who you are, or the
habits that you have learned. But don’t worry about being limited by
these concepts, you can challenge these definitions and scripts and still
have some control over who you are and what you do through your
own experiences in life!
(Transition: I hope that I have given you a good understanding of identity scripts.)
III. Conclusion
A. Review of key points: Some of the main points that I have
covered today are that:
1. Identity scripts as woods states are “rules for how we are supposed to
live and who we are supposed to be.”
2. These scripts are illustrated in your everyday life thought the actions
that you still follow from when you were young.
3. It is important to know that you learned these scripts early on in order
to know who you are now.
B. Finality: To help you remember this concept, just think: identity scripts define our identity of who we will become.
References
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Black, N. (2001, July 18). Self-image affects social status. The New York Times, pp. D1, D4 |
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Hernandez, L. (1995). Mechanisms of the short-term memory. In E. |
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H. Nguyen & R. Sakos (Eds.), Splendors of the mind (pp. 221-128). Sacramento, CA: Republic Books. |
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Interpreting bad dreams. (1999). Retrieved November 30, 2010 from |
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Ling, T., Sokolov, B. J., Wilson, A. H., Stein, T., & Horst, K. L. (1997). |
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Gender differences in Samoan culture. Journal of Social Psychology, 55(9), 113-121. |
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Smith, B., & Habib, M. (1993). Treatment for physically abused |
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children. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 45(3), 24-28. |
Informative Speech
The general purpose of this speech is for you to prepare and deliver a speech to the audience to inform them of a political, economic, or social issue, an historical event, force, or movement, a theory, principle, or concept, person, place or activity using at least one visual aid. The audience needs not only to be told about the subject but also to be shown with examples, cases, analogies, comparisons, and contrasts and by moving from what they know or recognize to what they do not know. Your language should be vivid.
1. In the introduction, gain the audience’s attention and preview the speech. Be sure to include identification by telling the audience how this information affects them.
2. In the body of the speech, develop 3major points that cover the most relevant aspects of the topic. Describe your main points vividly and concisely; make sure the knowledge level is appropriate for your audience, define and explain key terms.
a. Build your credibility by using sound arguments and citing trustworthy sources.
b. Use 4-6 oral references
3. In the conclusion, review the content, i.e. the 3 major ideas of the speech.
4. Use clear transitions between major points.
5. End your speech in a memorable way.
6. You must use at least one visual aid that must add in a meaningful way to the audience’s understanding of the topic.
The visual aid must be neat, professional, of adequate size, displayed properly, and free of distractions.
7. The speech length is 5-6 minutes.
Some Topic Ideas
1. Facebook
2. Diabetes
3. Skin cancer
4. Barbie
5. Hula hoop
6. LeBron James
7. Eugenics
8. Cell Phones
9. Birth control
10. Global warming
11. Culture
12. Depression
13. Historical event/Figure
14. Earthquakes
15. Hybrid vehicles
16. Singer/Actor
17. A Country
Full Sentence Outline
1. Write a clear specific purpose for the speech at the top of the outline
2. Write an Introduction that introduces the topic and previews the main ideas of the speech. Remember it is a full sentence outline. With Roman numerals I. II. III etc. You are writing out your speech in sections.
3. The body of the outline should include 3-5 main points that are relevant, logically developed, and clearly stated.
4. Write a concise conclusion that reviews the 3-5 main points and also provides an appropriate sense of closure.
5. Clear, one-sentence transitions should provide smooth links between major points.
6. The outline must contain four different references as your oral citations.
7. The visual aid must be identified and described in the outline.
8. The outline should be well organized, concise, and flow smoothly.
9. The outline must be neatly typed, double-spaced, on 8 ½ X 11” white paper with 1 inch margins.
10. The outline must contain clearly labeled I. Introduction, II. Body and III. Conclusion with consistent use of symbols.
11. The outline must contain complete sentences along with one-sentence transitions between major points.
12. Correct APA format must be used for sources cited and attached to the outline.
13. You must turn in your outline the class period before you deliver your speech.
14. Proofread your outline and references carefully.
Grading Sheet for Informative Speech
Name_______________________________ TOTAL POINTS___________
Time____________________
Excellent (5) Strong (4) Fair (3) Needs Improvement (2) Incomplete (1)
REQUIREMENTS
_______The speaker gained the audience’s attention in the introduction.
_______The speaker previewed the content of the speech in the introduction.
_______The number of major points was limited to 3-5.
_______The speaker showed how the topic affected the audience.
_______The speaker established credibility (ethos)
_______The speaker cited at least four trustworthy sources. (5 points each)
_______ Source #2
_______ Source# 3
_______ Source #4
_______Sources were orally cited correctly.
_______The speaker appealed to his/her audience’s emotions (pathos)
_______The speaker used clear transitions between points and used note cards.
_______The speaker reviewed the content of the speech in the conclusion.
_______The ending was memorable.
VISUAL AID
_______The visual aid was of adequate size and was neat and professional.
DELIVERY
_______The speaker maintained eye contact with the audience.
_______The speaker had good vocal volume, rate, and projection.
_______The speaker avoided distracting mannerisms.
_______The speaker displayed enthusiasm and energy.
_______The speech was within 5-6 minutes.
