TRINITY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY School of Professional Studies INTRO TO COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC SPEAKING The Informative Speech TASK Rough Draft Speech Outline: Due by 3pm Tuesday, June 9.(MUST BE EMAILED, NO EXCEPTIONS) Informative Speech Presentations: Final Outline due at time of your speech. TUESDAY, JUNE 23 Your task is to prepare a 3-5 minute informative speech about a subject that interests you and that would be of interest to your classmates. (Note: You will be penalized for overtime, too much reading, and PERSUADING) BACKGROUND An informative speech is one designed to provide general knowledge about one specific topic. It is usually a speech that defines, describes, or demonstrates the topic. It is characterized by objectivity. Hence, it is not to be confused with a persuasive speech. (A persuasive speech is one wherein the speaker takes a particular side of an issue and seeks to influence others to change their attitudes, beliefs, or actions in that particular direction.) The subject matter of the Informative Speech may be about one of the following: 1. Speech about an Object 2. Speech about a Person or group of persons 3. Speech about an Event 4. Speech about a Process 5. Speech about a Concept (Idea) 6. Speech about an Issue (You may NOT take a position, must be objective) PLAN 1) Narrow the subject down to your most exciting/interesting aspect (Thesis statement). 2) Identify THREE sub-points or components to your topic (Preview statements). 3) List why/how your topic can relate to your audience (Relevance statement). 4) Share why you are a good person to talk about this subject (Credibility). 5) Identify the most appropriate organizational pattern you want to use to present your speech. 6) Use 3-4 outside references to support your ideas. These references should be cited within the presentation of the speech, not as an addendum. No more than two can be from on-line sources and two has to be from a scholarly source (journal, book, or online scholarly source). PREPARE 1) Develop a Speech Outline based on the handout that is attached. References must be included at on a separate sheet and cited within your outline. At least 3-5 sources, TWO SCHOLARLY. APA Writing Style must be used—NO EXCEPTIONS. 2) Professional Attire (suits, slacks, dress shoes, tie, etc…if in doubt, email me) 3) Run through you speech with movements in front of an audience. 4) PRINT and HAND IN outline AND reference sheet on the day of your speech PRACTICE 1) PRACTICE delivering the speech and TIME yourself 2) PRACTICE being professional 3) PRACTICE using your voice (impromptu speeches) 4) HAVE FUN!!! DAY OF SPEECH, TURN-IN OUTLINE, REFERENCE SHEET, AND EVALUATION FORM (last page in packet) WITH NAME AND TITLE ALREADY WRITTEN ON IT Basic Parts of a Speech The Basic Informative Speech I. THE INTRODUCTION A. First focus – Establish a rapport or common ground with audience to maintain their attention. (A quote, statistic or statement to help t ...

1. TRINITY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
School of Professional Studies
INTRO TO COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC SPEAKING
The Informative Speech
TASK
Rough Draft Speech Outline: Due by 3pm Tuesday, June
9.(MUST BE EMAILED, NO EXCEPTIONS)
Informative Speech Presentations: Final Outline due at time of
your speech. TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Your task is to prepare a 3-5 minute informative speech about a
subject that interests you and that would be of interest to your
classmates. (Note: You will be penalized for overtime, too
much reading, and PERSUADING)
BACKGROUND
An informative speech is one designed to provide general
knowledge about one specific topic. It is usually a speech that
defines, describes, or demonstrates the topic. It is characterized
by objectivity. Hence, it is not to be confused with a persuasive
speech. (A persuasive speech is one wherein the speaker takes a
particular side of an issue and seeks to influence others to
change their attitudes, beliefs, or actions in that particular
direction.)
The subject matter of the Informative Speech may be about one
of the following:
1. Speech about an Object
2. Speech about a Person or group of persons
3. Speech about an Event

2. 4. Speech about a Process
5. Speech about a Concept (Idea)
6. Speech about an Issue (You may NOT take a position, must
be objective)
PLAN
1) Narrow the subject down to your most exciting/interesting
aspect (Thesis statement).
2) Identify THREE sub-points or components to your topic
(Preview statements).
3) List why/how your topic can relate to your audience
(Relevance statement).
4) Share why you are a good person to talk about this subject
(Credibility).
5) Identify the most appropriate organizational pattern you want
to use to present your speech.
6) Use 3-4 outside references to support your ideas. These
references should be cited within the presentation of the speech,
not as an addendum. No more than two can be from on-line
sources and two has to be from a scholarly source (journal,
book, or online scholarly source).
PREPARE
1) Develop a Speech Outline based on the handout that is
attached. References must be included at on a separate sheet and
cited within your outline. At least 3-5 sources, TWO
SCHOLARLY. APA Writing Style must be used—NO
EXCEPTIONS.
2) Professional Attire (suits, slacks, dress shoes, tie, etc…if in
doubt, email me)
3) Run through you speech with movements in front of an
audience.
4) PRINT and HAND IN outline AND reference sheet on the
day of your speech

3. PRACTICE
1) PRACTICE delivering the speech and TIME yourself
2) PRACTICE being professional
3) PRACTICE using your voice (impromptu speeches)
4) HAVE FUN!!!
DAY OF SPEECH, TURN-IN OUTLINE, REFERENCE SHEET,
AND EVALUATION FORM (last page in packet) WITH NAME
AND TITLE ALREADY WRITTEN ON IT
Basic Parts of a Speech
The Basic Informative Speech
I. THE INTRODUCTION
A. First focus – Establish a rapport or common ground with
audience to maintain their attention. (A quote, statistic or
statement to help the audience focus on your presence and
presentation)
B. Thesis – One statement summarizing your main idea.
C. Preview statement – A sentence listing the specific points
(a,b,c,etc) you will discuss to support your thesis.
D. Relevance – A sentence explaining why the audience should
listen to you speaking about the topic.
E. Transition
II. BODY
A. First point (Reason)

4. 1. Example (Supporting statement)
2. Example
3. Transition to second point
B. Second point
1. Example
2. Example
3. Transition to third point
C. Third point
1. Example
2. Example
3. Transition to conclusion
III. THE CONCLUSION
A. Review statement – Restating the specific points discussed in
the body of the speech.
B. Summary – Incorporating the Thesis into the concluding
remarks
C. Final Focus – Leave the audience with a sense of closure (i.e.
course of action, thoughts to ponder, etc.)
D. (NOTE: No new information should be given in the
conclusion)
TITLE_Getting to know the Cricut Explore Air 2
_________________________________________________
Informative Speech Worksheet
(Please TYPE on a BLANK separate sheet)
The purpose of this speech is to inform the audience is to
inform my peers about the Cricut Explore Air 2

5. machine._________________________________
I. THE INTRODUCTION
A. First focus (Attention-getter) The Cricut machine will
literally get your creative juices flowing, the Explore Air 2 cuts
over 100 materials. This machine can cut everything from vinyl,
cardstock to leather in a matter of minutes and it’s Bluetooth
capable, you can send any image and it can cut or even draw it.
You can also make money, cool things with or for your
children, family and friends.
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
__________________________
B. Thesis (Main idea) Design, cut, execute is the
simplest way to describe the Cricut. You will be able to literally
turn into a crafter or entrepreneur overnight and keep your kids
busy at the same time . The cricut is very easy to get
acclimated to and good to have.
_____________________________________________________
__________________
________________________________________________
____________________________________________
C. Preview statement (Major/supporting points to be
discussed)
1. _the things you can create with
it?__________________________________________________
_________________________________
2.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
3.
_____________________________________________________
_______________________________
D. Relevance statement (Why audience should listen to
your speech, how does the topic relate to the audience) __We’re

6. living in the days of having multiple streams of income is
imperative. Ordered to stay home with spouses, children,
turning into a teacher’s aide overnight, keeping the kids busy
and telework has become our new norm. All while having to
fight racism, inequality and a
virus.________________________________________________
__________________________________________
E. Credibility statement (Why audience should listen
to or believe you)
___I’m living proof that if you stick with it, learn the ins
outs and put the work in you will be able to have that extra
stream of income. I went from living paycheck to paycheck to
being comfortable and being able to do the things that I want to
do when I want to do it, by the Grace of God.
_____________________________________________________
____________________________________
F. Transition to first point: While theirs many things you can
do to make extra money or to keep busy with the cricut you can
do it while in the comfort of your own home.
_____________________________________________________
______________
II. THE BODY
A. First Point: _how you can make money with a Cricut
machine._____________________________________________
_______________________________
________________________________________________
_______________________________________
1.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
2._______________________________________________
______________________________________
B. Second point __Making things with your children,
keeping them

7. busy.________________________________________________
__________________________
________________________________________________
_______________________________________
1.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________ 2.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
C. Third point _not
sure_________________________________________________
____________________________
________________________________________________
_______________________________________
1.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________ 2.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
III. THE CONCLUSION
A. Restate thesis_Design, cut and
create________________________________________________
___________________________
________________________________________________
_____________________________________________
B. Summarize main points
_____________________________________________________
_______________
________________________________________________
_____________________________________________
C. Final Memorable thought_ Can this be my memorable
moment with the
machine?_____________________________________________

8. ____________________
________________________________________________
_____________________________________________
INTRO TO COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC SPEAKING
INFORMATIVE SPEECH
Evaluation Form (100 Points)
Speaker’s Name__Kia
Wright_____________________________________________
Section __________Points________
Topic__Cricut Explore Air
2____________________________________________________
_____Date________ Grade ________
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Exceptional Good
Average Fair Weak Comments
1. Attention-Getter 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
2. Credibility 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
3. Relevance 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
4. Organization of Information 5 4 3 2
1 ________________________________
· Thesis Statement
· Preview Statement
5. Clarity of Information 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
6. Command of Information 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
7. Use of References 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________

9. 8. Use/Choice of Visual Aids 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
9. Choice of Words 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
· Grammar
· Vocal Interrupters
· Creative/Professional words
10. Transitions 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
11. Conclusion 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
· Review
· Summary
· Final Thought
12. Outline/Purpose Fulfilled 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
PRESENTATIONAL STYLE
13. Gestures 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
14. Eye Contact 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
15. Space & Logistics 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
16. Voice control-Variety, Rate, Volume 5 4
3 2 1 ________________________________
17. Confidence & Poise 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
18. Appropriate Expression 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
19. Audience Rapport 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
20. Professional Attire 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
Time Management __________ Yes _____

10. No _____ (Points Deducted)
(-1pt for every .30 seconds over)
OVERALL _____ ______ ______ _____
_____ = __________
The strongest part(s) of your presentation:
___________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
Suggestion(s) for further
enhancements_________________________________________
____________
TRINITY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
School of Professional Studies
INTRO TO COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC SPEAKING
The Informative Speech
TASK
Rough Draft Speech Outline: Due by 3pm Tuesday, June
9.(MUST BE EMAILED, NO EXCEPTIONS)
Informative Speech Presentations: Final Outline due at time of
your speech. TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Your task is to prepare a 3-5 minute informative speech about a
subject that interests you and that would be of interest to your
classmates. (Note: You will be penalized for overtime, too
much reading, and PERSUADING)

11. BACKGROUND
An informative speech is one designed to provide general
knowledge about one specific topic. It is usually a speech that
defines, describes, or demonstrates the topic. It is characterized
by objectivity. Hence, it is not to be confused with a persuasive
speech. (A persuasive speech is one wherein the speaker takes a
particular side of an issue and seeks to influence others to
change their attitudes, beliefs, or actions in that particular
direction.)
The subject matter of the Informative Speech may be about one
of the following:
1. Speech about an Object
2. Speech about a Person or group of persons
3. Speech about an Event
4. Speech about a Process
5. Speech about a Concept (Idea)
6. Speech about an Issue (You may NOT take a position, must
be objective)
PLAN
1) Narrow the subject down to your most exciting/interesting
aspect (Thesis statement).
2) Identify THREE sub-points or components to your topic
(Preview statements).
3) List why/how your topic can relate to your audience
(Relevance statement).
4) Share why you are a good person to talk about this subject
(Credibility).
5) Identify the most appropriate organizational pattern you want
to use to present your speech.
6) Use 3-4 outside references to support your ideas. These
references should be cited within the presentation of the speech,
not as an addendum. No more than two can be from on-line
sources and two has to be from a scholarly source (journal,

12. book, or online scholarly source).
PREPARE
1) Develop a Speech Outline based on the handout that is
attached. References must be included at on a separate sheet and
cited within your outline. At least 3-5 sources, TWO
SCHOLARLY. APA Writing Style must be used—NO
EXCEPTIONS.
2) Professional Attire (suits, slacks, dress shoes, tie, etc…if in
doubt, email me)
3) Run through you speech with movements in front of an
audience.
4) PRINT and HAND IN outline AND reference sheet on the
day of your speech
PRACTICE
1) PRACTICE delivering the speech and TIME yourself
2) PRACTICE being professional
3) PRACTICE using your voice (impromptu speeches)
4) HAVE FUN!!!
DAY OF SPEECH, TURN-IN OUTLINE, REFERENCE SHEET,
AND EVALUATION FORM (last page in packet) WITH NAME
AND TITLE ALREADY WRITTEN ON IT
Basic Parts of a Speech

13. The Basic Informative Speech
I. THE INTRODUCTION
A. First focus – Establish a rapport or common ground with
audience to maintain their attention. (A quote, statistic or
statement to help the audience focus on your presence and
presentation)
B. Thesis – One statement summarizing your main idea.
C. Preview statement – A sentence listing the specific points
(a,b,c,etc) you will discuss to support your thesis.
D. Relevance – A sentence explaining why the audience should
listen to you speaking about the topic.
E. Transition
II. BODY
A. First point (Reason)
1. Example (Supporting statement)
2. Example
3. Transition to second point
B. Second point
1. Example
2. Example
3. Transition to third point
C. Third point
1. Example
2. Example
3. Transition to conclusion
III. THE CONCLUSION
A. Review statement – Restating the specific points discussed in
the body of the speech.
B. Summary – Incorporating the Thesis into the concluding
remarks
C. Final Focus – Leave the audience with a sense of closure (i.e.
course of action, thoughts to ponder, etc.)
D. (NOTE: No new information should be given in the

14. conclusion)
TITLE_Getting to know the Cricut Explore Air 2
_________________________________________________
Informative Speech Worksheet
(Please TYPE on a BLANK separate sheet)
The purpose of this speech is to inform the audience is to
inform my peers about the Cricut Explore Air 2
machine._________________________________
I. THE INTRODUCTION
A. First focus (Attention-getter) The Cricut machine will
literally get your creative juices flowing, the Explore Air 2 cuts
over 100 materials. This machine can cut everything from vinyl,
cardstock to leather in a matter of minutes and it’s Bluetooth
capable, you can send any image and it can cut or even draw it.
You can also make money, cool things with or for your
children, family and friends.
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
__________________________
B. Thesis (Main idea) Design, cut, execute is the
simplest way to describe the Cricut. You will be able to literally
turn into a crafter or entrepreneur overnight and keep your kids
busy at the same time . The cricut is very easy to get
acclimated to and good to have.
_____________________________________________________

15. __________________
________________________________________________
____________________________________________
C. Preview statement (Major/supporting points to be
discussed)
1. _the things you can create with
it?__________________________________________________
_________________________________
2.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
3.
_____________________________________________________
_______________________________
D. Relevance statement (Why audience should listen to
your speech, how does the topic relate to the audience) __We’re
living in the days of having multiple streams of income is
imperative. Ordered to stay home with spouses, children,
turning into a teacher’s aide overnight, keeping the kids busy
and telework has become our new norm. All while having to
fight racism, inequality and a
virus.________________________________________________
__________________________________________
E. Credibility statement (Why audience should listen
to or believe you)
___I’m living proof that if you stick with it, learn the ins
outs and put the work in you will be able to have that extra
stream of income. I went from living paycheck to paycheck to
being comfortable and being able to do the things that I want to
do when I want to do it, by the Grace of God.
_____________________________________________________
____________________________________
F. Transition to first point: While theirs many things you can
do to make extra money or to keep busy with the cricut you can
do it while in the comfort of your own home.
_____________________________________________________

16. ______________
II. THE BODY
A. First Point: _how you can make money with a Cricut
machine._____________________________________________
_______________________________
________________________________________________
_______________________________________
1.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
2._______________________________________________
______________________________________
B. Second point __Making things with your children,
keeping them
busy.________________________________________________
__________________________
________________________________________________
_______________________________________
1.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________ 2.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
C. Third point _not
sure_________________________________________________
____________________________
________________________________________________
_______________________________________
1.
_____________________________________________________
________________________________ 2.
_____________________________________________________

17. ________________________________
III. THE CONCLUSION
A. Restate thesis_Design, cut and
create________________________________________________
___________________________
________________________________________________
_____________________________________________
B. Summarize main points
_____________________________________________________
_______________
________________________________________________
_____________________________________________
C. Final Memorable thought_ Can this be my memorable
moment with the
machine?_____________________________________________
____________________
________________________________________________
_____________________________________________
INTRO TO COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC SPEAKING
INFORMATIVE SPEECH
Evaluation Form (100 Points)
Speaker’s Name__Kia
Wright_____________________________________________
Section __________Points________
Topic__Cricut Explore Air
2____________________________________________________
_____Date________ Grade ________
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Exceptional Good
Average Fair Weak Comments
1. Attention-Getter 5 4 3 2 1

18. ________________________________
2. Credibility 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
3. Relevance 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
4. Organization of Information 5 4 3 2
1 ________________________________
· Thesis Statement
· Preview Statement
5. Clarity of Information 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
6. Command of Information 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
7. Use of References 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
8. Use/Choice of Visual Aids 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
9. Choice of Words 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
· Grammar
· Vocal Interrupters
· Creative/Professional words
10. Transitions 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
11. Conclusion 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
· Review
· Summary
· Final Thought
12. Outline/Purpose Fulfilled 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
PRESENTATIONAL STYLE
13. Gestures 5 4 3 2 1

19. ________________________________
14. Eye Contact 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
15. Space & Logistics 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
16. Voice control-Variety, Rate, Volume 5 4
3 2 1 ________________________________
17. Confidence & Poise 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
18. Appropriate Expression 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
19. Audience Rapport 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
20. Professional Attire 5 4 3 2 1
________________________________
Time Management __________ Yes _____
No _____ (Points Deducted)
(-1pt for every .30 seconds over)
OVERALL _____ ______ ______ _____
_____ = __________
The strongest part(s) of your presentation:
___________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
_____________________________________________________
________________________________
Suggestion(s) for further
enhancements_________________________________________
____________