This document provides guidance on developing an effective informative public speaking presentation. It advises that an informative speech should explain, summarize, contrast, or describe a central topic and develop this idea. The speaker should choose an ethical topic they can defend and present all major perspectives on an issue. Thorough research should be conducted to objectively and responsibly discuss the topic without omitting or distorting relevant information. The purpose of informing the audience should be kept in mind.

1. Informative Public Speaking

2. Informative Speeches… The goal is to develop a central idea that… Explains Summarizes Contrasts Describes Demonstrates Analyzes Something…

3. Ethics of informative speaking Be sure you can defend your choice of topic Mention all major position on a topic when there are differing perspectives Present all information on a topic that is important for audience understanding Don ’t distort information Do sufficient research to speak responsibly on your topic Don ’t omit relevant information because it is inconsistent with your perspective Strive to be as objective as possible

4. Taking a few steps back… Always keep the purpose of the presentation in mind… “ To inform the audience on what the Heimlich maneuver is, how it was developed, and how this technique can prevent people from chocking to death.”

5. Grading Rubric