Thursday, November 20, 2008

Week of Nov 16-22 Question #1

Speech Buddy: Review the following Interactive Videos 15.1, “Schooling: Pro” and “Schooling: Con” on the Interactive Video Website. Respond to the ideas in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech? What types of appeals were used? How did the speaker connect with the audience?

Both of these videos were very helpful. Both Dixie and Robert stated points that were very persuasive and helpful for the pros and cons of home schooling. They stayed that home schooling is good because it allows students to get one on one attention. It also builds a strong relationship with the parent. The cons of this are that the student is not able to build on their communication skills because they are isolated from other kids their age. Also they are at home so they could get easily distracted because of the relaxed environment. Both presenters had good intros and much concrete details. They also supported their argument with facts and reliable sources. I learned much from watching these videos. In my next speech, I am going to persuade the audience by making sure I have main points and sources that support my ideas. Also I will make sure my conclusion is very strong and persuasive so that I can end my speech with a bang. These videos were very informational; both speakers did a great job. However I liked Robert’s presentation a little more than Dixie’s. His argument to me was more believing than hers but hers was good as well.

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