Public Speaking Training - Selection And Research

Research - You need to thoroughly research your theme so that you are an authority on it. There are 4 general sources to find information to support your speech:-

1. Your own personal knowledge and experience

2. Reading

3. Talking with others

4. Writing to experts

Component 6 Select and Arrange Your Speech

You will probably have more information than you need for your speech. To select the information to be included in your speech chose the research that is the best support for your theme. Arrange your speech into the introduction, main body and conclusion. The main body information is best arranged into a logical pattern of thought e.g. chronological, problem and solution etc.