Types of Speech

According to
Delivery
 Speech Delivery

•refers to the expression in words of

your message, ideas, thoughts, and
feelings.
 The choice of methods of presentation
should be based on considerations such as
the type of speaking occasion, the
seriousness and purpose of your speech,
your audience analysis, and your own
strengths and weaknesses as a speaker.
Manuscript
Speech
 Manuscript Speech
• This method calls for you to write out the speech
and read it aloud to the audience.
• This works when you have very detailed
information that yu have to state exactly.
 Manuscript Speech
• Advantages
 The speech can be delivered without the possibility
of errors in imporatant information.
 The speech is organized and written down word
for word.
 Manuscript Speech
• Disadvantages
 Uninteresting way to present. Unless the speaker has
rehearsed the reading as a complete performance
animated with vocal expressions and gestures.
 Lack eye contact and minimal interaction with the
audience.
Memorized
Speech
 Memorized Speech
• This method calss for a word-for-word
memorized delivery.
• The speaker writes out the entire speech,
memorizes it and delivers it without note
cards or a manuscript.
 Memorized Speech
• Advantages
 It leaves the speaker free to move about and
have a direct eye contact with the audience.
Free from handling cards or papers.
 Memorized Speech
• Disadvantages
 You might end up speaking in a monotone or a sing-
song repetitive delivery pattern
 Speakers tend to pause too often while trying to
remember the words, or rush part ideas so as not to
forget the words.
Impromptu
Speech
 Impromptu Speech
• It is delivered at the spur of the moment with little
preparation.
• The speaker relies entirely on previous knowledge and
skill. You organize your ideas and choose your words
while you speak.
 Impromptu Speech
• Advantages
 It sounds natural and spontaneous.
 A spontaneous speaker would find this method best
fitting because he feels more comfortable thinking on
his feet and expressing himself.
 Impromptu Speech
• Disadvantages
Limited chance of filtering words.
Lack of time to prepare.
 Message may be disorganized and difficult for
listeners to follow.