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 Icebreaker A Manual for Public Speaking, Sixth Edition Tracey L. Smith and Mary Tague-Busler Written expressly for those with little or no experience in public speaking, this down-to-earth text provides the nuts and bolts that connect and reinforce essential steps for speech preparation and delivery. Throughout, the authors demonstrate how the processes involved in delivering a speech can be used to improve overall communication skills. They guide novice speakers in how to choose a topic, learn the background and needs of their audience, and know their reason for giving the speech. Clear explanations of how to research, prepare, organize, and deliver different types of speeches (e.g., informative, special occasion, persuasive) resonate with readers from all walks of life. Chapters begin with scenarios that depict a real-life situation to set the stage for the key topics discussed in the chapter. “Strengthen Your Skills” exercises and “Application to Everyday Life” boxes illustrate how elements of public speaking intersect with speaking situations in daily life. Discussion questions motivate readers to review and remember topics presented in each chapter. Appendices that contain activities, exercises, and supplemental material to aid in speech preparation, delivery, evaluation, and overcoming speech anxiety precede a comprehensive glossary.
$23.95 list, 233 pages 10-digit ISBN: 1-57766-615-1 13-digit ISBN: 978-1-57766-615-8 © 2009 “Icebreaker alleviates student anxiety over public speaking by empowering them with strategies and ideas for presentation.” —June Rosenberg, Community College of Vermont “Of particular interest to me are the modules interspersed throughout the chapters. They get students actively involved in the concepts being discussed in a critical, yet practical, way.” —Alfred G. Mueller, The Pennsylvania State University, Mont Alto “I found the chapters to be concise and easy to follow. The chapter on small groups is especially helpful. The appendices also are an important resource.” —Ed Stieve, Nova Southeastern University “The book is concise, readable, and attractively priced.” —Chris Kennedy, Western Wyoming Community College Table of Contents 1. An Introduction to Speaking: Is It Really Worth It? The Importance of Communication / The Process of Communication / Conclusion 2. Behind the Podium: Let's Talk! You Are a Speaker Every Day / Becoming an Effective Speaker Requires Planning / Speech Anxiety / Conclusion 3. Being an Audience Member: Can You Hear Me Now? Listening / Being Motivated to Listen / Reasons for Poor Listening / Improving Your Listening Skill / Conclusion 4. The Speech Process: It's Not All Talk! Overview of the Speech Process: Nine Essential Items / Mistakes Made by Speakers / Conclusion 5. Types of Speeches: When in Rome, Do as the Romans Did! From Ancient to Modern Times / Informative Speeches / Persuasive Speeches / Special Occasion Speeches / Conclusion 6. How to Begin a Speech: Eenie, Meenie, Minie, Mo? No! Choosing Your Topic / Ways to Find Topics / Focusing Your Topic / Forming a Specific Purpose Statement / Conclusion 7. Organizing Your Thoughts: Anatomy of a Speech The Introduction / Organizing the Speech Body / Conclusions / Conclusion 8. Research: Just the Facts, Please Why Research? / The Research Plan / Sources: Tapping the Realm of Information / How Do You Choose the Best Source? / How Much Research Is Enough? / Conclusion 9. Preparing Research Notes and the Bibliography: Get It in Writing! Research Notes / How to Prepare a Bibliography / Conclusion 10. Final Preparations: Almost Showtime! Audio/Visual Aids / Speech Notes / Practice / Conclusion 11. Delivery: Time to Shine Delivery: What Is It and Why Is It Important? / Types of Delivery / Verbal Elements of Delivery / Nonverbal Elements of Delivery / Answering Questions from the Audience / Conclusion 12. Group Speeches: The More the Merrier? Why Study Small Group Communication? / What Is Small Group Communication? / Why Group Work? / What Makes a Group Function? / Advantages of Small Groups / Disadvantages of Small Groups / Types of Groups / Group Process / Guidelines for Effective Groups / Conclusion Epilogue Appendix A: Class Assignments Appendix B: Speech Evaluation Forms Appendix C: Vocal Exercises Appendix D: Parliamentary Procedure Appendix E: Small Group Exercises and Evaluation Forms Glossary
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