Introduction
Purposes of Informative Speaking
Major Types of Informative Speeches
Speeches about Objects
Speeches about Processes
Speeches about Events
Speeches about Concepts
Strategies for Selecting a Topic
Learn More about an Unfamiliar Topic
Think about Previous Classes
Talk to Others
Framing a Thesis Statement
Thesis Statement Purpose
Strategies for Framing a Thesis Statement
Researching Your Topic
Gathering Materials
Taking Notes
Citing Sources Within Your Speech
Creating Your Bibliography
Some Cautions
Structuring an Informative Speech
The Introduction of the Speech
The Body of the Speech
The Conclusion of the Speech
Outlining an Informative Speech
The Complete Sentence Outline
The Speaking Outline
Delivering an Informative Speech
The Five-Step Method for Improving Delivery
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