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Selecting a Topic  
  • Pick a Topic of Interest to You  
  • Look for a Topic by Analyzing Your Interests  
  • Get Feedback on Your Topic Ideas  
  • Set a Deadline for Selecting a Topic  
Focusing Your Speech Topic  
  • Determine Your General Purpose  
  • Develop Your Specific Purpose  
Analyze the Situation  
  • Evaluate Your Strengths and Weaknesses as a Speaker  
  • Evaluate Your Audience  
  • Consider the Occasion  
Gathering Materials for Your Speech  
  • Printed Materials Can Enhance Knowledge of Your Topic  
  • Electronic Resources Can Help You Gather Speech Material  
  • Use Interviews to Gather Information from Experts and Other Authorities  
  • Use Your Own Experiences in the Speech  
Communicating Responsibly: Planning Presentations with Integrity
  • Select an Appropriate Topic for the Audience and Occasion  
  • Present a Balanced Perspective  
  • Identify the Sources of Your Information  
Resources for Review and Skill Building  





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