General Resources
Common Logical Fallacies
The following are commonly used elements of argumentation that tend to weaken arguments by diverging from logical approaches to the […]
Common Biases
Anchoring The first thing you experience influences all subsequent experiences. Availability heuristic Your most recent, emotional, and/or unique experiences are […]
Self-Inventory
Take the following quiz to evaluate your feelings of readiness and confidence in public speaking. 1 = Strongly Disagree 2 […]
Visual Aids Basics
How should I deliver my speech? In delivering any style of speech, you want to practice effective, intentional use of […]
Topic Choice and Development
Sometimes, especially for a public speaking class, you are required to inform or persuade your audience regarding a particular topic. […]
What Are the Rules?
Before you speak, talk to authority figures or event planners to determine the following: What is a good length for […]
Who is My Audience?
Audience analysis allows you to make decisions about your topic and how you will present it by considering your current audience’s […]
What is the Situation?
Every speaking situation fulfills some sort of professional, social, or relational function, and that function determines what is or is […]
Organizing Your Speech
*If you are speaking for a class and your instructor has given you guidelines or examples for organizing your speech […]
Research Basics
Before you begin researching your chosen speech topic, consider the following: Who is my audience? Is my speech more informative […]