Speeches for Special Occasions - Introduction, Welcome, Acceptance, Tribute, and Presentation

1. BBI2417PUBLIC SPEAKING Description of Speeches 23 September 2012

2. i. Speech for Special Occasions • It is intended for special occasions • It is generally brief – less than 5 minutes • 5 common types: • Introduction Speech • Welcome Speech • Acceptance Speech • Tribute Speech • Presentation

3. 1) Introduction speech • The purpose is to introduce the main speaker • The aim is to establish a welcoming atmosphere to both the speaker and the audience • You can express your pleasure of having the privilege to introduce the speaker • You can also highlight the reason why the audience should listen to the talk by the speaker

4. 2) Welcoming speech • It is presented as a public greeting to a visiting group of people to make them feel welcomed • You should provide accurate information about the person you are welcoming and establish some form of friendship in your speech

5. 3) Acceptance speech • It is a response to a presentation speech • It is to show appreciation after you received a recognition/award • You might want to thank individuals who contributed to your success

6. 4)Tribute speech • This is to praise or celebrate a person, a group or an event for their accomplishment • Various types : farewell, dedication, commemorative address • Your goal is to invite your audience to appreciate the person or group or event.

7. 5) Presentation speech • It is presented when an individual or group receives an award, and to recognize the recipient’s accomplishments. • The purpose is to highlight the qualities that make the recipient the most credible candidate for the award, honour or position.

8. ii. Speech to inform (informative speech) • It is intended to share about interesting and useful information about people, places, objects, etc • It can also be about ideas or concept • It is usually presented with the help of visual aids

9. The Structure and Outline of an Informative Speech • Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber • Introduction- Tell them what the speech is about and what your main points will be • Knowledge- Establish credibility by demonstrating expertise and knowledge of the subject - conveying information, presenting ideas, facts and statistics to adequately inform the audience about the subject • Conclusion- Try to end with a memorable punch line or positive statement

10. iii. Speech to persuade (Persuasive speech) • The main target is to persuade someone or some group of people through the sue of arguments • It is also to suggest or propose an idea or solution to existing problem

11. The Structure and Outline of a persuasive Speech • Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber • Introduction- Tell them what the speech is about and why they should listen • Strategies– • 1) Establish credibility by demonstrating expertise and knowledge of the subject. • 2) Support your claims with evidence. • 3) Appeal to audiences’ hearts and minds. • Conclusion- Try to end with a memorable punch line or positive statement. Finish it with a call for action.

12. Summary: • Prepare your speech early • Choose an interesting topic • Outline the important points before writing your full script • Do extra reading on the topic • Deliver the speech confidently