**Audition Instructions:** 1. Each participant will have one minute to deliver a persuasive speech on a given topic. 2. Your speech should have a clear introduction, strong arguments, and a impactful conclusion. 3. The coherence, structure, content, and delivery of the speech will be evaluated. **Points to Consider:** 1. **Introduction:** - Capture attention with an interesting opening. - Introduce the topic and its relevance in today's society. 2. **Arguments:** - Consider both positive aspects and challenges. - Provide examples . 3. **Development:** 4. **Conclusion:** - Highlight your perspective on the chosen subject - Offer a strong and memorable conclusion that reinforces your stance. Remember, the audition is an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to articulate ideas effectively and persuasively. Practice your speech to ensure it fits within the time limit and that you can convey your message clearly and convincingly. 1. **The Role of Social Media in Today's Society:** Explore how social media has changed the way we communicate, interact, and share information. You can debate whether social media has strengthened or weakened personal relationships and how it affects privacy and authenticity in our online interactions. 2. **Online Education vs. Traditional In-Person Education:** Analyze the pros and cons of online education compared to traditional classroom education. Discuss how technology has transformed education and whether online education is equally effective in fostering communication skills, collaboration, and practical learning. 3. **Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Employment:** Explore how the increasing automation and advancement of artificial intelligence are changing the job landscape. You can debate whether these technologies pose a threat to human jobs or if they offer opportunities for innovation and the creation of new types of work. Remember that these topics should be approached from different perspectives and consider both the positive aspects and challenges. Choose the topic that you're most passionate about and that allows you to present strong and compelling arguments in your audition speech. Good luck! **Topic 1: The Role of Social Media in Today's Society:** 1. Do social media strengthen or weaken personal relationships? How has the way we connect with others changed compared to the past? 2. What impact do social media have on the authenticity of human interactions? Do you believe people present distorted versions of themselves online? 3. How do social media affect privacy and the security of personal information? Should more regulations be imposed to protect users? **Topic 2: Online Education vs. In-Person Education:** 1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of online education compared to traditional classroom education in terms of student interaction and social skill development? 2. Can online education provide the same quality of learning as in-person education? In what areas does online education excel over traditional education, and vice versa? 3. How does online education impact students' ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with peers? Are there ways to enhance these skills in a virtual environment? **Topic 3: Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Employment:** 1. Is artificial intelligence and automation a real threat to people's job security, or could they open up new opportunities and professional roles? 2. How can human communication skills, such as empathy and the interpretation of emotional nuances, remain relevant in a world dominated by artificial intelligence? 3. What measures can be taken at both individual and societal levels to ensure that the transition to an AI-driven work environment benefits both society and workers?