Speech IV
Process/Demonstration/How-To Speech
Information Sheet
AE10, Mr. Fierro
Informative Speech - provides information to an audience (two types)
1. Expository Speech-gives information about a specific subject (This was Speech II for us.)
2. Process speech (demonstration or how-to speech) explains how to do something, how to make
something, or how something works
Points:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Brainstorm-30 points
Outline-50 points
Paper (Final Draft only)-60 points
Speech-100 points (50-content and 50-performance)
240 Total Points
Time:
1. There will be a 5 minute minimum and a 7 minute maximum time limit for Speech IV.
2. No more than 60 seconds of “quiet” time will be allowed without penalty. “Quiet” time is when there is
no talking during the speech because you are doing actions that prohibit you from talking.
(This time will be deducted from the total time to make sure there was at least 5 min. of talking time.)
3. Penalty-5 point deduction for every 15 seconds under/over the time limit
Materials:
1. You must provide all materials needed for your speech with the exception of AV equipment. (You may
use PowerPoint for your presentation. However, you may not use any video clips for Speech IV.)
2. You will be required to present your speech, regardless of whether you have your materials or not.
Organization of Final Draft & Presentation:
1. First Paragrah - Introduction
2. Paragraph 2 through ? - one paragraph for every main step of your demonstration (probably 3 paragraphs)
3. Last Paragraph - Conclusion
Things to Consider:
 the process to be demonstrated should be relatively simple for you and have a manageable number
of steps; it cannot be too simple though (no “How to Tie Your Shoes” speeches); think “simple for
you but probably difficult for most”
 brainstorm tip = think about things you are especially good at or things you can do well
 the demonstrator should be able to complete the demonstration smoothly
 the audience should be able to see everything that is being done
 relate the topic to your audience’s experiences
 avoid technical knowledge/wording or explain technical knowledge/wording
 be clear about the details
 STRESS the most essential steps
 be able to “talk through” most of your actions; be able to “think out loud” and describe what you are
doing
 think about the best location (on school grounds) to present your speech
 the topic must be appropriate for school
 you are required to provide a written list of ingredients for speeches involving food
 Brainstorm, Outline, and Final Draft are due on Monday, April 22, 2013
 Speech IV Presentations will begin on Monday, April 22, 2013
Speech IV
To Do List and Outline Format
AE10, Mr. Fierro
“To Do” List
1. Brainstorm
 list at least three potential topics for your speech
 list the most essential steps (probably three) for each of your potential topics
 list some of the sub-steps under each essential step
 one page in length, handwritten or typed
2. Outline
 pick one of your topics to present to the class
 create a traditional outline with Roman numerals and sub-points (see example below)
 one page in length, handwritten or typed
3. Final Draft
 type out your speech, word for word as you would like it to be presented
 you must have an introduction, body paragraphs (one for each essential step; approximately three
paragraphs), and a conclusion
 proper heading, 12 point font, double-spaced
Outline Format:
I.
Introduction (First paragraph)
A. “Hook”
B. Focus attention on the subject/topic of your speech
C. Introduce self and establish credibility/credentials (Tell how/why you are qualified.)
D. Thesis Sentence
II.
*Step One/Point One (Examples=Gather Ingredients or Gather Materials)
A. Topic sentence
B. 2-? = instructions/information about how to do step one/point one
C. Transition Sentence
III.
*Step Two/Point Two (Examples=Mix Ingredients or Assemble Rocket)
A. Topic sentence
B. 2-? = instructions/information about how to do step two/point two
C. Transition Sentence
IV.
*Step Three/Point Three (Example=Bake Brownies or Launch Rocket)
A. Topic sentence
B. 2-? = instructions/information about how to do step three/point three
C. Transition Sentence (?)
V.
Conclusion (Last paragraph; probably paragraph 5)
A. Summary of the key steps/main points
B. End with a quote, anecdote, or a final thought that makes the speech more memorable
C. Close/End the speech clearly
* Body Paragraphs (multiple paragraphs; one paragraph for every key step/main point; probably 3 but no more than 5 body paragraphs)