A  speech of introduction is intended to highlight the accomplishments, credentials, activities, and characteristics of an individual. There are several conventions to be observed when conducting an effective speech of introduction: 

1. Make the audience want to hear about the character. 

Adapted from:  

 

http://faculty-staff.ou.edu/K/Michael.L.Kent-1/cm105sos.html#Introduction

For further samples on speeches of introduction, visit the following links: 

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0hBD50IJ3g

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grePRQ8zonA

Specific Purpose:             This is what your main points must support or prove.  Tell me in one sentence what the purpose of your speech is–for example 

Central Idea:                      Summarize your speech/outline in one sentence.  Should clearly sum up all of your main points.  A declarative sentence.  For example:                

I.     (Attention Getter)  This could be a story or anything you know will GRAB your audience's attention.   

 

 

II.    (Reveal Topic) Reveal your topic to your audience–just your topic–not a preview.

 

 

III.   (Credibility Statement)  Answer the question "Why should we listen to YOU?"  Give some type of factual information or some reference that will show that you know what you are talking about.  This could be the fact that you had an extensive in-class interview with your interviewee.  Perhaps you did additional research, or you telephoned your interviewee.  

 

IV.  (Preview)  Briefly reveal your topic and state what your main points will be.

For example: 

A.                  Main point 1 goes here “background”

B.                  Main point 2 goes here “education”

C.                  Main point 3 goes here “and his hobbies”

 

(TRANSITION:  Transitions are used to go smoothly from one part/point of the speech to another. Include in all of your connectives the exact wording you will use in your speech.  “Let us start with Jack’s background.”)

BODY 

 

TRANSITION: A transition is used to go smoothly from the 1st Main Point to the 2nd Main Point. 

(Include the exact wording of your transition)  

                TRANSITION: A transition is used to go smoothly from the 2nd Main Point to the 3rd Main Point. 

                       (Include the exact wording of your transition) 

TRANSITION: A Transition is used to transition smoothly from the body of your speech into the conclusion. (Include in your transitional statement your exact wording) 

I.     (Summary Statement)  Summarize your main points.  Be specific and concise.  Give an example from each main point. 

 

II.    (Memorable Closing Statement)  Leave your audience with something to think about.  A memorable close that refers back to the attention getter creates psychological unity for your audience.   

 

 -Did I do research about my celebration?

 -Did I identify relevant information about my celebration?

 -Did I use the tools that the teacher gave on lesson 1?

 -Did I use the grammar from unit 7?

 -Did I check my pronunciation, fluency, pace and vocalization?

 -Was my performance better than on the previous tasks? 

I deserve E-VG-G-B

 

For a sample of a book review podcast visit:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWMWmqPpdh0

For a template and instruction on how to outline a book review, go to: 

 

For information on how to podcast, go to:

  

 1. The best part of my presentation was... Because...

 2. Something I would like to change for future presentations is... Because...

 3. The most useful strategy from the unit was... Because...

 4. Something I learned from the rules of thumb of a PPT is...

 5. Something I learned about Speech to Secure Goodwill is...