HAPPY BREAK EVERYONE!!!!!!!! HO HO HO!

Last Blog: Twas the night before finals....

..........when all through the crappy, filthy portable we call our classroom, not a creature was stirring (because even mice would reject our broken-down classroom and opt for a dumpster or something cozier) not even the teacher (exhausted by all the AMAZING persuasion she has experienced during your FAB speeches!) The stockings were hung-over the smudgy 15 year old white board ( a chimney? heck no! That would set the whole place on fire in no time, especially our paper-thin scrap wood walls) in hopes that the final (?) soon would be over with, not that we won't miss each other, (keep in touch on-line, if you haven't forgotten how to use the internet due to our ghetto/ low-tech room with only a dusty 1997 DVD and rusty overhead that projects straight onto the bare, banged-up wall).....FALALAL--LALALALA!

After my heart-warming holiday tale, I bid you farewell from COMM 301 blog-land--double credit for this last posting: Pick a cultural practice important to you this time of year (could be ethnic/could be spiritual/could be familial in nature) and tell us about it in a couple sentences...then relate it to the concept of audience analysis--perhaps the most important skill you will take away from this class--considering and adapting as sensitively as possible to your listeners and making it clear that we are all very different, but if we want to have important, difficult and eye-opening discussions, we can find common ground and convey mutual respect--REMEMBER: reasonable people can and often do differ in opinions but most of us want the overall big picture goals in life: Happiness, stability, love and connections. Your mastery of persuasion along with our thrilling political debate next week between Ryan and Brad are grounded in these closing ideas of the fall 2009 semester! See you at Coffee Garden on Franklin this Wed Dec 2nd at 8pm, I will bring the final details, you bring cofee $$ and your textbook/paper and pen and your "sacred writng log" or journal or stack of messy crumpled papers--call 799-7930 if you get lost--Smiles and Hope--Your proud teacher!

In Lieu Of Class on 11/25: On-Line Session

Here is your quiz gang: No comments allowed below, just print it out OR write down the numbers and fill in your answers and bring it along in 2 weeks when we meet at The Coffee Garden on Franklin at 8pm. All my good thoughts for you and yours during Thanksgiving, you are a FABULOUS bunch of creative, entertaining and well-spoken folks! (Please bring your books along to Coffee G, you need them to prep for the final!)

COMM 301 DIY PERSUASIVE QUIZ

1.  In persuasive speaking the main points are called
A. Reasoning
B. Claims
C. Fallacies
D. Non of the above

2. There are 3 different types of claims. Which of the following is not a type of claim?
A. Value
B. Fact
C.Appeals to tradition
D.Policy

3. Which of Maslow’s needs are the most basic? ____________________________________________.


4. What is the most abstract level of needs on his hierarchy? __________________________________.

5. Which 2 below are not on Maslow’s hierarchy?
A. A trip to Las Vegas
B. Belonging (social)
C. Safety
D. Self esteem
E. Non-sequitor

6. How many steps are there in Monroe’s motivated sequence? _____

7. Name one of Monroe's steps: _____________________

8. “Little Ms. Muffet sat on a tuffet, got nipped by a spider and died. If you see a spider, run or you will die!”Which fallacy is this an example of?________________________

9. Justify your answer for #8 using class vocabulary: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

10. What fallacy can be found in this example? “Everyone likes Gucci so you should come up with the money and buy it as soon as possible!” _______________________________________

11. What is a good word to use in your thesis when clarifying that your speech purpose is persuasive?  ______________

12.  T or F : A good example of the "either or fallacy" can be found in how popular UGG boots are again this winter. _________

13. Using key vocabulary words from your persuasive chapter in the book, write a 6-8 line rhyme, poem or rap. Underline or capitalize the vocabulary words. (5 points)

Fill in the blank!

It's not too early for the Thanks part of Thanksgiving, so I'm super thankful to have you guys in my class! Now A blog quickie: Pick someone who hasn't been mentioned yet, extra credit for more than one entry.Fill  in the blanks:  1. I really have enjoyed ____________'s work in class. 2. He/she has improved in _____________ since we began meeting this fall. 3. ____________ rocks dah' freakin' podium, son.

Persuasive Speaking! Pg 176-203

OMG--I so enjoyed those commererative and acceptance speeches!  You guys were really entertaining, thanks to everyone who came out for that credit or no credit 25 points speech! Since there is no make up, those of you who missed should really cover all details of the persuasive speech to try and catch up. Email me any time for grade updates between now and the end of the semester! For this blog post a question you have about this assignment or this chapter in the book which you and your classmates can really benefit from. Extra credit for offering input to others who post constructively!

Below is a review of your persuasive handout for this next speech assignment:

Persuasion:  p176 reminds us that persuasive speeches should influence attitudes beliefs or values and actions of others. Audience analysis is more important than ever! If you don't understand and know some one, how would you possibly influence them? Spend time reflecting on who your audience is...are there ways you can be inclusive and show respect to those who might feel differently than you on a subject you'd like to speak about?

p 177 reminds persuasive speakers to balance reason and emotion (logos and pathos)--In short, listeners must see that a topic matters in order to care about it, but the facts will drive the changes home! Review chapter 16 on description and emotion for stronger emotional appeals in this speech! On p 178 we see that credibility is more important when persuading as well--in addition to your introductory commentson credibility, you should refer to it during your body and conclusion as well! Also review Maslow on human needs to address your crowd with pinpoint accuracy! Back up claims with strong evidence! (P181). Understand facts, values and policies in terms of claims your speech will forward (p182).

In your closing comments, briefly address counterarguments or rebuttals. These are the primary nay-sayers against your attempt to persuade, found in the media or populus at large. In just a few sentences, acknowledge the other side and gently, gently, respectfully, discredit it by repeating your thesis and reviewing strong main points before ending your conclusion memorably! Avoid fallacies and be as organized as possible (186-187) . Also, it is important to stress and integrate 3 oral citations during the body of your speech, clearing signposting these moments with phrases such as "According to __________ in 2005, metal is really hard!"

Outlines are due early for this speech, for 10% of your persuasive speech grade!

OUTLINE:

1.Introduction

A. Attn Getter (More than just a question/answer. Go sophisticated!)

B. Purpose (To persuade) +Thesis (Main Idea (Claim) including the word should or another imperative)

C. Preview of 3-4 main points which narrow and focus the thesis

D. Credibility: Expertise

E.Connection: Why this matters to us and to you, how we all can benefit from your speech

Transition: A clear 2 part "Now that ________ let me take a look at ________"

2. Body (Include 2 strong visual aids)

A. Main Point One (Claim from the preview above supported by examples,experience, research and or facts that serve as evidence) Oral citation 1 and visual aid 1

B-D...Repeat 3 or 4 times, including a reminder about credibility

E.Transition to closing
3. Conclusion
A. Rebuttal/acknowledge other side using conclusive language AND credibility reminder (ie: Before I wrap up, let me say there is a movement out there to ignore global warming, that it is "not true")

B. Review the main points (claims) and restate the thesis (Major claim)

C. End memorably (Higher expectations this time)

Include reference page at end of typed outline using APA or MLA

Speech is 6-8 minutes, 2 copies are required on your speech day --one for each of us.

Chapter 20: PRESENTATION AIDS

HEY GANG--PAGE 141 OR SO IN THE BOOK OFFERS THIS TIP: Don't just show a visual aid, explain it and weave it into the speech structure, artistically to make it  do important things: Support a main point AND add attention getting devices in the body  to keep distracted busy listeners engaged! Huh? Did you say something? What? sorry I drifted off...Anyhoo--Props and graphs are a bit more professional than photo-collage type aids if you have to make something yourself because, say, your classroom is actually a broken down trailer with no computer and a bare wall instead of a slide screen. Anyhoo....as we have seen, the overhead transparency is not dead, as previously rumored around the time we lost Michael Jackson, so those are cool too, just cover them up in between points! For powerpoint slides, remember the 8 by 8 rule: Only 8 words per line and 8 lines max per slide: LESS IS MORE when it comes to visual support (Sandra Wheeler Abeyta, 200....well, just now) Be sure to offer citations for visuals you get on-line or in books...Us big simple fonts and save handouts for the end of the speech or they become disruptive! There, I said it...So this week, if you please...let's talk powerpoint. Tell us one thing you feel reaches you as an audience member , like a good use of powerpoint or a good powerpoint technique (ie: Easy to read and sound effects). Then mention a powertpoint practice that bugs you or is distracting. If you want, without using names we can kind of make fun of somebody you know that ""overdoes it"" with powerpoint. Thanks! Happy Halloween!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

INFO SPEECH COUNTDOWN: Next week for most of you!

Time: about 6 minutes


Topic: Must be approved by Sandra BEFORE speaking in class!

Visual Aid: 1 required per Textbook standards, with citation

References: Two sources, 2 oral citations minimum

Grading: points evenly distributed over organization, content & delivery.

Points: 100

Order: Grades docked for missing class on sign-up day/time.

Outline: See below, same as midterm PLUS References/oral citations. One copy due to me BEFORE you make the speech. Optional: Early copies emailed to idnasss@yahoo.com for extra input/editing/tips.

Overview: As an audience we will be listening for a new perspective on an old idea OR new information.

Speakers goals: Teaching us something by focusing us adequately, avoiding ‘persuasion,’(should should not be in your thesis/purpose), attempting audience interaction at least once, as well as being appropriate as you explain, instruct demonstrate or describe and ultimately offer the potential of life enrichment to us.

Bottom line: What often makes the difference between a C speech and an A or B? Contagious enthusiasm! Convey how much you care about your topic! (Brydon and Scott 368).

Outline Review: INTRO--attn getter, thesis/purpose, preview mp's, connection, credibility, transition to deeper exploration of mp's in body--BODY--main points 1-3 repeated and explored in depth supported by examples,research,analogies orpersonal experiences and visual aids, transition to conclusion--CONCLUSION--conclusive language, restate thesis, review briefly the main points (tell 'em what u just told 'em!) and end with a BANG!--Alphabetical References list Per APA or MLA (Not spoken, just included for me with the outline)

Also provide feedback for the speaker who goes immediately after you do! (10% of grade!)

For this BLOG, due next WED please let your classmates know what you hope to gain through peer feedback, ie: what would be most helpful to hear from classmates about your speech? Sounds easy, right? Ok, if you want credit, turn it into a RAPor a Rhyme or a Poem! Can be funny or serious, whatever you like! About 5 or 6 sentences ONLY! Email me with any questions on the info speech! idnasss@yahoo.com.

MY RAP

YO YO YO, SANDRAH IN DAH HOWWWSE:

WHEN I GET FEEDBACK I LIKE TO HEAR

SOMETHING GOOD I DON'T WANNA FEEL FEAR

ABOUT MY GRADE CUZ I DON'T WANT IT 2 SUCK

ONCE I MADE A SPEECH ABOUT A LITTLE LOST DUCK

DON'T B 2 HARSH, BREAK IT 2 ME GENTLY

IF I SAID UM 2 MUCH WHILE I WAS ROLLIN' IN MY BENTLEY.......WUUURDDDD