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An outline is: a short version of the speech that helps a speaker organize his or her ideas in two important ways.

An outline is: a short version of the speech that helps a speaker organize his or her ideas in two important ways. An Outline. A synopsis or skeletal summary is created Helps a speaker discover any weak or missing arguments. The preparation outline:

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An outline is: a short version of the speech that helps a speaker organize his or her ideas in two important ways.

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  1. An outline is: a short version of the speech that helps a speaker organize his or her ideas in two important ways.

  2. An Outline • A synopsis or skeletal summary is created • Helps a speaker discover any weak or missing arguments

  3. The preparation outline: a detailed outline a speaker prepares as he or she puts together the speech.

  4. Six Components of the Preparation Outline • Title, specific purpose and thesis statement • Introduction • Main points, subpoints, and sub-subpoints • Conclusion • Connectives • Works cited

  5. Tips for Preparing a Preparation Outline • Use complete sentences • Label the introduction, body, conclusion and connectives • Use a consistent pattern of symbols and indentation

  6. Tips for Preparing a Preparation Outline (continued) • Divide points to help develop the logic of your argument • Check for balance • Keep an audience-centered focus

  7. The speaking outline: a condensed form of the preparation outline used to help the speaker remember his or her ideas as they speak.

  8. Tips for Preparing the Speaking Outline • Use key words and phrases • Use an outline format • Write clearly and legibly • Add cues for delivery

  9. Note Cards • Some speakers use note cards instead of speaking outlines • Note cards are smaller • Note cards are sturdier • Note cards provide the speaker with something to hold

  10. Tips for Using Note Cards • Use key word and phrases • Write clearly and legibly • Use only one side • Number each card • Put cues for delivery on the cards • Give the cards a low profile

  11. Sample Note Cards

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