Scribd
Upload
35 views25 pages

Impromptu Speech

This document provides an orientation on impromptu speaking and strategies for delivering an effective impromptu speech. It discusses what impromptu speaking is, which is a speech given with little to no preparation time. It then outlines the SPEECH acronym as steps to follow, which are to listen, pause, confirm, tell, and end. Additionally, it provides examples of speech strategies and mechanics for an impromptu speaking contest, including time limits, picking topics at random, and awards for the top performers.

Uploaded by

pk4231603
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
35 views25 pages

Impromptu Speech

This document provides an orientation on impromptu speaking and strategies for delivering an effective impromptu speech. It discusses what impromptu speaking is, which is a speech given with little to no preparation time. It then outlines the SPEECH acronym as steps to follow, which are to listen, pause, confirm, tell, and end. Additionally, it provides examples of speech strategies and mechanics for an impromptu speaking contest, including time limits, picking topics at random, and awards for the top performers.

Uploaded by

pk4231603
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd

WELCOME TO

IMPROMPTU
SPEECH
ORIENTATION
DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA
ABOUT IMPROMPTU
SPEECH?
What is IMPROMPTU
SPEECH?
Impromptu speaking is a speech
that a person delivers without
predetermination or preparation.

Delivered with little or no time for


preparation.
SPEECH OUTLINE
LISTEN
PAUSE
CONFIRM
TELL
END
LISTEN

• Use what you listened to as


part of your response:
- Resist speaking until ready
-Focus on what was said
-Agree/ disagree with question
PAUSE

• Adds drama
• Acknowledge the question:
-Smile
-Nod
-No filler words ('AH", "Umis)
PAUSE

• Adds drama
• Acknowledge the question:
-Smile
-Nod
-No filler words ('AH", "Umis)
CONFIRM

- Give your mind a chance to absorb


concept
- Verify the topic, in case you
misunderstood the question
TELL

• Stay focused on what you say

• Express only the essential points in


your reply
END

Don't belabor your response

Bring your comments to a close:


Summarize your main point
Smile at the conclusion
Make final eye contact Sit down!
STRATEGIES
Strategies
• State the situation
• Discuss causes
• Align with consequences
Strategies

Make sure you have a beginning,


body and end.
Strategies
Avoid the tendency to ramble. An audience
is far more likely to listen if you stay on
target and are succinct.

Remember the Power of 3 – stick to three


key points.
Strategies
Stand tall on both feet, resist the urge
to slump or fiddle, use big gestures,
smile and get eye contact with your
audience.
TEN ISSUES TO
BE DISCUSSED
1. Application of science and technology
in modern farming
2. The rise of Artificial Intelligence: The
downfall of manpower
3. Harnessing Energy Around Us
4. Environmental Degradation
5. The downside of convenience brought
by technology to the environment
6. Uses of Science and Technology to solve
problems on pollution in the Philippines
7. Machineries in medicinal and epidemiology
phases
8. Impact of developing technoloy in a Animal
well-being
9. Endangered animals/species in the Philippines
10. Destructive fishing processes
EXAMPLES
MECHANICS
1. The contest is open for all junior high and senior
high students

2. Each section from different grade levels should


have 1 representative

3. Participants will be informed ahead of time about


the issues they will be encountering..

4. The arrangement of participant's delivery will be


done using a fish - bowl method.
5. During the contest proper, each contestant
will be called on stage to pick a card -
containing the issues. One topic equals one
question.

Each contestant will be given 20 seconds only


to read the topic and think of an answer. The
question will also be flashed on the screen for
the judges.
6. The duration of the speech to be delivered should
be 1 (one) to 2 (two) minutes only. A bell will ring to
notify you that your time is done.
If the duration of the speech delivered is less than 1
minute, three points will be deducted from your final
score.

7. If tie occurs, the students will be given a new set


of topics and questions. Judges will be scoring again
and the final winner will be announced.
8. The top three winners of each grade
level will receive a certificate on the
closing program.
Thank
You!

You might also like