Book

A concise public speaking handbook.

Beebe, Steven A., 1950- (Author). Beebe, Susan J. (Added Author).

Record details

ISBN: 9780205753703
ISBN: 0205753701
Physical Description: xii, 292 p. ; 21 cm.
Edition: 3rd ed. / Steven A. Beebe, Susan J. Beebe.
Publisher: Boston : Allyn & Bacon, 2012.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Speaking in public -- The audience-centered speechmaking process -- Ethics and free speech -- Improving your confidence -- Listening -- Analyzing your audience -- Adapting to your audience as you speak -- Developing your speech -- Gathering supporting material -- Supporting your speech -- Organizing your speech -- Developing an introduction -- Developing a conclusion -- Outlining and editing your speech -- Using words well -- Methods of delivery -- Nonverbal communication -- Verbal communication -- Delivering your speech -- Selecting presentation aids -- Designing and using presentation aids -- Informative speaking -- Understanding principles of persuasive speaking -- Using persuasive strategies -- Speaking on special occasions -- Speaking in small groups.