https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5 Made with a taste for adventure en-us 2020-07-08 18:53:25 UTC 2021-03-22 06:14:21 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/922403022 In the chapter 8, Seiler gave a detail and clear guideline for how to do the research effectively. Seiler suggested writing a research list and key works before we started to do the research. I used to start the research without any preparing, and I did not know what the key work is. Therefore, I wasted a lot of time to find some useless sources or repeated information. It made my research more difficult. There is extremely information database in the internet network. If we do the research without planning, it is easy to have digressed from us topic. As a result, writing a research plan and key words is important and helpful for doing a good research. 
Sin I Lei (Josephine)]]> 2020-11-14 05:12:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/922403022 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/934485464 In the chapter 10, Seiler tells us how to manage the fear and delivery the speech. He mentions that the speech anxiety is a common reaction. We can through some skills to overcome it. I agree with his suggestions such as think positively, have the eye contact, practice more and use the technology. Before you start your speech, tell yourself “you can do it well”. Thinking positive and believe yourself can help you get more confidence. Then looking at your listeners to see their nice face, give them a nice smile, you will feel much better. The most importance thing is practice, practice, and practice. The technology really can help. I got a good experience before. I recorded my speech then listened to it, I discovered where I did not do well, and then I fixed it. The time after time, I could get the confidence and make my speech smoothly. If you have the problem of speech anxiety, I recommend trying those skills. They really work. 
Sin I Lei (Josephine)]]> 2020-11-17 23:44:00 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/934485464 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/953540468 In Chapter #8, Seiler gives us strategies on how to properly do research and gather the right information. Seiler lists three resources you can find information for your research on;  internet, social media, and library. The web has various amounts of information, but even though there are many websites out there some are not always reliable or useful. Therefore, Seiler asks you to ask yourself four questions; Who is the author? Who is publishing the information? How current is it? What is the purpose of it? Social media can be a more enhanced source to look information for because it has unique, various, and creative information. Also, it helps you get feedback from different perspectives. Lastly, libraries can be useful as well because books and articles can have more reliable information. 
(Evelyn Garcia)]]> 2020-11-23 18:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/953540468 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/953840484 In Chapter #10, Seiler talks about what causes anxiety and how you can manage it. Anxiety is a normal and common reaction everyone can go through when speaking in front of people or doing speeches. It can also be caused by ones household, experiences, or other people stories. Causes of anxiety are being scared of talking in front of people because of the negative reaction you think they might give you, or if you are going to give a speech and someone tells you their negative experience can trigger you and make you get nervous. The way Seiler says you can manage it is by thinking positively before you give it that everything is going to go smooth and just have a positive mindset. He also says that, there will be times where it's always not going to be successful but you have to learn from that and work your way up in learning how to control your anxiety and once you do that it will be something simple for you. 
(Evelyn Garcia)]]> 2020-11-23 19:52:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/953840484 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/964404455 In chapter 8 "Research: Gathering and Using Information", Seiler provides the reader with various options which aid in the development of convincing and accurate speeches. He states that it's always wise to do more research than necessary and use evidence from a diverse range sources. Seiler recognizes the effectiveness of the internet as a tool for research and talks about many of its pros and cons. With every resource, Seiler warns the reader of the importance of credibility and factuality. Under time constrains, it is much better to choose quality over quantity. In the chapter, he also alludes to Aristotle's teachings, explaining that every statement requires the presence of proof and evidence to back it up, which is essentially the basis for any effective speech.
(Chao Li)  ]]> 2020-11-26 21:42:29 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/964404455 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/964421053 In chapter 10 "Managing Anxiety and Delivering Your Speech", Seiler explains the inherent reaction that most people feel before or during speeches— anxiety. Seiler shows the importance of anxiety management and steps that can be taken to alleviate them. He mentions the cause behind such occurrences, ranging from simple nervousness to childhood traumas. He states that speech anxiety isn't limited to beginners, and that established speakers like politicians are also familiar with it. Though what separates them from beginners is how they are able to control their anxiety. In the chapter, Seiler also goes over proper ways of delivering speeches and things to consider which may boost its effectiveness. It is stated that the delivery of the speech is often times as, if not, more important than the speech itself. Numerous subtleties are required for a speech to be engaging. For starters, the speaker themselves must have a proper appearance in front of the audience. Their body language, stance, and expression are some of the first things that people pay attention to, and good execution in such parts would leave a positive impression. Fluent and clear speaking is evidently an important part of speech delivery, and the audience can more often than not tell the difference between a confident tone and a timid, nervous tone. Complimentary additions like visual or auditory aids are also qualities that most would come to appreciate in a speech. Seiler explained with evidence that such aids are extremely beneficial in the retention of information in a greater span of time. All of these things pivotal towards delivering proper speeches.
(Chao Li) ]]> 2020-11-26 21:59:10 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/964421053 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/966648478 In Chapter 8, Seiler talks about how students from universities don’t have access to receive funds outside of school so they use social media and youtube to promote to get their words out there to help their school. There are a variety of types of social media that everyone uses, such as Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, or YouTube. Today’s technology helps benefit every one of what we’re looking for online. Whether to look for something online or post something to let our viewers understand what we feel, it’s important to acknowledge what we post everyday.
(Kristy Lim)]]> 2020-11-28 03:31:13 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/966648478 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/967752635 Seiler says the value of anxiety management measures that traumatic actions can cause accidents, ranging from basic nervousness to childhood injuries. However, it’s how they can manage their anxiety. Seiler also addresses great ways to deliver speeches and items to remember in the chapter that anyone can improve. For a speech to be engaging, the speaker himself must have a proper presence in front of the public, for instance. They should have practised more in front of a mirror to prepare themselves to speak in front of an audience. Seiler speaks about what helps depression and how you can handle it. Anxiety is natural and that it can be experienced by anyone when speaking in front of people. Due to the negative response, you think they might give you positive feedback, but some people will give negative feedback. Most people might feel triggered to make you anxious and overwhelmed. The triggers of anxiety are afraid of talking in front of people and the pressure we feel judged by people. There will be days when it won't always be effective, but you will have to learn from it and work your way up to learn how to handle your triggers. 
(Kristy Lim)]]> 2020-11-29 04:06:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/967752635 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/974406329 In chapter 10, seiler talks about anxiety, in particular, speech anxiety. I think this is a great thing to address because it is the reality for so many people. Speaking in front of any amount of people is scary and can lead to. a large amount of anxiety for anyone. I appreciated how seiler acknowledged this and does not isolate or put down people who think or feel this way. I thought it was helpful that seiler explains that the body language and tone of the speaker are the first things that people may notice. However, there are ways to almost fake this confidence and allow one to deliver a great speech or presentation while still feeling nervous. This chapter is the most helpful chapter and advice I have read so far because it is very relatable and Seiler gives a plethora of helpful tips for a lot of different situations.

(Addie Duchin)]]> 2020-12-01 05:08:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/974406329 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/974419658 Chapter 8 provides useful information on how to collect data and research for your speech and presentations in a convenient and reliable way. Research is important in the delivery of any information because it makes what you are saying seem more real because it has credit behind it. Research also allows you, as the one giving the information, to develop your own mindset and opinions regarding the topic. It also allows you to expand your knowledge regarding the topic, which is never a bad thing. Seiler talks a lot about the good and bad of using the internet as a source for research. It is very convenient and easy to locate information on a plethora of topics but may not be able to provide the most reliable resources a lot of the time. I liked how Seiler gave us a few different ways to gain research emphasizing the pros and cons of all of them. Overall, I think this chapter was very helpful. ]]> 2020-12-01 05:17:20 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/974419658 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/978922765
Chapter 8 provides in-depth information on how to gather, conduct, and develop research. The chapter helps with making the research process feel easier to navigate. Conducting thorough research takes much more effort and intricacy than some may initially think; there are many vital steps that are important to follow in order to ensure accuracy in results. The textbook provides helpful information regarding what to consider when developing a research plan. My favorite piece of advice from this section is “gather more information than you think you’ll need.” Another  is “at some point, you’ll have to say enough is enough.” We tend to go overboard when researching and end up providing more information than what is necessary to get our point across. The next pages go on to discuss different sources and their degrees of relevancy and reliability as it pertains to research. The textbook encourages people to question sources such as libraries, interviews, and ourselves, as all of these can be biased. After this, the textbook discusses supporting evidence such as testimonies, illustrations, analogies, and statistics. Statistical data is always a given when supporting research, but I had never considered the degree to which analogies could be helpful in getting a point across. This chapter was helpful in continuing to shape my research abilities and relay them back to communications. (Sofia DePietro)]]> 2020-12-02 08:13:36 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/978922765 raygoer23 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/981885794 The main point of chapter 10 in Seiler's textbook was managing stress anxiety. Throughout the chapter we learned different behavioral strategies (as well as others) to help effectively battle anxiety that can come when delivering speeches. One important thing mentioned in the chapter was the significance of being able to demonstrate the four methods of delivery(impromptu, manuscript, memorized, & extemporaneous). Knowing which one to use for your audience is critical. The text also highlight's that with analyzation of your own speech performance coupled with presentational aids, the speaker (you) can greatly reduce stress and anxiety over time. ]]> 2020-12-02 21:57:43 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/981885794 raygoer23 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/981911067 Chapter 8 in Seiler's textbook focuses specifically on the research process. Throughout the chapter Seiler presents us with ways to help develop our speech. He stresses the importance of different types of information that we need to develop our speeches. For example, figure 8.2 "Visualizing Statistical Data" on Pg. 212 used a pie chart to help summarize complex data. Seiler explained that not only did this example provide clarity for the audience but it adds to their interest as well. The different types of data collected helps not only to gain credibility but again, it clarifies ideas that support your main topic. The entire chapter guides us, the reader, through this very helpful research process. ]]> 2020-12-02 22:08:33 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/981911067 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982504425 The main content of chapter 10 is about stress and how to overcome this stress. Seiler also introduces methods of delivery such as Impromptu, which is a delivery style in which a speaker delivers a speech with little or no planning or preparation or manuscript delivery which is a delivery style and which is speaker writes the speech in its entirety and then reads it word for word an example would be the president.
Seiler is also knowledgeable about the difficulty of overcoming this stress and he gave many examples in his life that make me feel this lesson is very meaningful and also very important in the future.]]> 2020-12-03 04:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982504425 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982511939 In chapter 8 of the book, Seiler introduces learning research methods and how to implement them. Some of the things he gave include testimony, examples, illustration, analogy are all the methods to make your research more professional and detailed. I find this chapter very useful in finding evidence and examples for essay writing, as well as they can make your writing look more professional and clearer.]]> 2020-12-03 04:10:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982511939 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982583683 The focal point of chapter 10 was all about managing stress. One of the ways the chapter offered to help deal with stress was using presentational aids. Another method used to reduce stress was evaluating your performance during the speech. Another thing to do to help anxiety is to practice heavily. Another method to help speakers with anxiety is to walk confidently to the area one is speaking. Another thing that helps with anxiety is not speaking until you are ready. Another thing to do to help anxiety is to focus on friendly faces during the speech. The chapter also lightly touched on other cultures and their speech intricacies.]]> 2020-12-03 05:07:52 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982583683 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982588067 In chapter 10 of Seiler's: Communication, Making Connections, Seiler discusses the overall effects of stress, and how speech anxiety is formed. "People may develop speech anxiety if they hear that speaking in front of others can be a terrible experience", he says. He then brings up Impromptu speeches, which is the idea of giving speeches unprompted, and manuscript speeches, which are the opposite, where almost everything is read from a script. Seiler also mentions that reviewing your previous speeches and learning from past mistakes can help you maintain your cool. (Theador Epperson)]]> 2020-12-03 05:11:13 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982588067 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982639945 Chapter 8 was all about the research process when it comes to speeches. Seiler stated that a good, diverse amount of sources used for evidence was good, and that it's always good to have more resources than you need. Seiler also states that checking the credibility of your sources is key to gaining good information as well.]]> 2020-12-03 05:53:42 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982639945 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982664962 Chapter 8 was all about finding credible sources. In it, he mentions the local library, social media, and the web for finding sources. He talks about the importance of gathering as much important information as possible, and goes in-depth about making sure the sources are credible and backed up. The internet may be an oasis of knowledge, but can be easily deceptive. (Theador Epperson)]]> 2020-12-03 06:12:00 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982664962 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982685486 Chapter 10 covers a topic that nearly all of us struggle with early on when we are first introduced to public speaking-- anxiety. It is important to acknowledge that speech anxiety is a common issue that we all experience. This chapter works through the universal causes, symptoms, treatments, and management tools for public speaking anxiety. It first goes onto discuss the different types of speeches and the best ways to prepare for that specific type of delivery. It is important to prioritize certain things when preparing depending on the type of speech. Things like vocal quality, intelligibility, grammar, eye contact and articulation are all incredibly important for a solid delivery. The author also discusses a number of visual aids that add merit to a presentation. This chapter is incredibly helpful in breaking down the preparation and execution of a speech in order to get the best possible product with limited anxiety. (Sofia DePietro)

]]> 2020-12-03 06:25:30 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982685486 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982768211 (Nyiela Hayes)

In chapter 8 what I took from Seiler was how to properly research information in order to give effective speeches. Sieler goes on in the chapter explaining how gathering supporting and informative materials, sources, and suggestive criteria will allow someone to give a concise speech. 
Some of the references or resources Seiler discusses are the internet, social media, and using your own experiences to get all the right information for conducting the speech coherently. He also says interviewing others and using the library can be very helpful references to the material needed.
According to him the ways to really master a speech is to have a clear reason or purpose. Is the story you're telling worth telling? Are you able to reach an audience with interesting facts for your argument? He discusses how to do this without flopping or failing. He says practice with cue cards and notes.
Also using testimonials is a good way to grab their attention. If you have a touching experience that can easily persuade the listeners you can better your chance of getting the point across. Another thing is using visual illustrations. Many people learn or are able to intake information by being able to visualize what they're conceptualizing.
Sieler talks about the difference between factual illustration and hypothetical illustration, where factual represents telling what actually happened and hypothetical involves allowing listeners to imagine the story or idea. I believe this is one of the most successful ways of going about delivering a speech. As this is a method a lot of publishers, journalist, speakers, and newspaper companies, such as the New York times utilizes. In order to really present a round of applause speech listeners need something enticing and illustrations do just that. I also feel Seiler gives a lot of details and examples that will pave a speaker's way to a proper speech.

]]> 2020-12-03 07:14:47 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982768211 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982843464 (Nyiela Hayes)
In chapter 10 Seiler describes methods on how to control and mange your anxiety properly in order to present your speech. He says practicing out loud in an environment similar to the place you will possibly present your speech is a good routine.
One of the guidelines that he talks about is realizing that you are not the only one who may have anxiety. I think that's a wonderful thing to keep in mind when giving a speech, because oftentimes we forget how similarly alike we are.
Supposedly there is a technique called "systematic desensitization" that helps reduce tenseness from anxiety. To do this you visualize yourself giving a confident speech and doing everything right before you actually give it. I feel that continuously practicing this can help you combat fear at failing when you present your speech. It replaces the negative mindset that might be haunting you seeing your peers congratulate you rather than judge you.
Different delivery methods are impromptu, manuscript, memorized, and extemporaneous delivery's. These in order involv having no rehearsed involvement in the delivery of a speech, reading the speech word-for-word, memorizing the speech without using cue cards or any documents on hand, and lastly delivering with commentary using brief annotations/notes along the way.
It's also well discussed how you will vocally & physically present your speech. Will you sound mean, shy or even with a distinct hard to understand accent? Will you be wearing a suit and tie or casual attire? This all has a role in what you may come across to the audience in your delivery. That's why as discussed before it's important to rehearse your speech and visualize what audience you're presenting to with what message you have, in order to really pin down the appropriate measures to present.
I think one of the most important takeaways from this chapter is what he refers to as presentational aids. Which refer to different equipment, technology, or material to help speaker's out with catching the audiences attention. 
We are too often glued to our phones or tech devices to focus and adhere to someone speaking for a certain length of time. Using different equipment that you can connect with your audience is a technique I feel the most beneficial. When we watch Ted talks they more than likely will always have a projector displaying illustrations, graphs, quotes and etc.. I feel this is the most effective way to reach an audience. Even comedians use chairs, other equipment, and sound speaker's to dramatize their act.
Overall I feel Seilers depictions of methods on defeating anxiety was very informative and something I will also utilize when delivering speeches. 


]]> 2020-12-03 07:53:38 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/982843464 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/1336366412 So in chapter 8 focus on research. It's a guide for us to prepare for our speech delivery. It also help you manage your fear. The author said that stage fear is more common. For research, he said we gather and look for sources, and social media. So we can make a proper speech. Seiler also said we need a main thesis, so the audience can engage the story better. One tip is write a script with you in case you forgot what you say.]]> 2021-03-22 06:12:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/1336366412 https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/1336371310 So in chapter 8 focus on research. It's a guide for us to prepare for our speech delivery. It also help you manage your fear. The author said that stage fear is more common. For research, he said we gather and look for sources, and social media. So we can make a proper speech. Seiler also said we need a main thesis, so the audience can engage the story better. One tip is write a script with you in case you forgot what you say.]]> 2021-03-22 06:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/professorbrownfox/tber3p2vkwi5lc5/wish/1336371310