video discussion

http://www.onlineuniversities.com/blog/2010/04/50-incredible-historical-speeches/

Top Commencement Addresses

http://apps.npr.org/commencement/

Top 20 Speeches from Movies

http://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/20-best-inspirational-speeches-from-the-movies.html

Listen to three speeches from the list below and then think about why you consider them to be an excellent presenter or speaker.  Please discuss the following questions:

· What makes the speaker or presenter excellent?

· How does he or she structure introductions and conclusions?

· Does she or he used special gestures, graphics or other visual aids?

300 words and at least 1 reference.