Explain The 4 Ways To Gather Materials For Speech Content
After completing Chapter 3, you have better understanding on the differences between general and specific purpose. You are aware of the correct methods to write a specific purpose for a speech.
PAGE 2
3. Searching the Internet:
Use Search Aids
(Search engines, metasearch engines, and virtual libraries), Keyword Searches,
Subject Searches, Bookmarks, and Specialized Research Resources (government, reference, news and
multicultural resources).
Evaluating Internet Documents
Analyze their authorship,
sponsorship, and recency.
Citing Internet Sources
Do this fully, clearly, and consistently in the speech and bibliography.
4. Interviewing:
(Before) Define the purpose of the
interview, decide whom to interview, arrange the interview, decide whether to
record the interview and prepare questions. During: Dress appropriately and be
on time, repeat the purpose of the interview, set up the recorder (if using
one), keep the interview on track, listen carefully, and stay within the
period.
(After) Review notes as soon as possible and transcribe them.