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 Icebreaker A Manual for Public Speaking, Fifth Edition
Tracey L. Smith and Mary Tague-Busler
As with the previous editions of this concise, well priced guide to public speaking, the fifth edition provides a solid foundation for beginning public speakers. People who have had little or no experience in giving a speech will welcome the authors' clear, easy to follow approach to preparing, researching, and delivering speeches. Rather than bombarding readers with theories and concepts that often intimidate and serve as barriers to learning and understanding, Smith and Tague-Busler alleviate the confusion, difficulty, apprehension, and anxiety that can plague beginning public speakers. Their engaging discussions of different types of speeches, the important components of speech preparation and delivery, and how many of the steps used in preparing a speech can be effective for communicating interpersonally are stimulating, motivating, and practical. In addition, the book contains many helpful features, including student exercises, study questions, applications to everyday life, a glossary of key terms, and speech evaluation forms.
 $21.95 list, 221 pages 10-digit ISBN: 1-57766-276-8 13-digit ISBN: 978-1-57766-276-1 © 2003 “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
“Exercises accompanying chapter explanations of speech preparation help students to clarify the topics. I used the one on audience analysis and the one for conclusions with success.” —Margaret L. Harris, Itasca Community College
“The book is concise, readable, and attractively priced.” —Chris Kennedy, Western Wyoming Community College
Table of Contents
1. The Benefits of Being a Good Speaker 2. An Overview of Speech Preparation 3. You Are Both Speaker and Listener 4. Topic, Focus, and Outline 5. Researching Your Speech 6. An Attentive Audience 7. Types of Speeches
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