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Practice Giving Constructive Criticism

2/10/2015

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Don't forget to follow the guidelines in your post:
•Be Specific
•Approve
•Focus
•Empathize
•Respect
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Constructive Criticism Practice: Pitch it! 

2/11/2013

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Students used the game Life's a Pitch to begin their public speaking course.  The had to choose an object from 5 object cards that they were given and explain how this object best fit the following scenario.

Some scientists say this thing is the reason dinosaurs are extinct.

Directions: Watch the clip and write your constructive criticism.  Upload your comments on your assigned students.

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Practice Giving Constructive Criticism

1/27/2012

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Practice Giving Constructive Criticism

1/27/2012

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Idioms

1/12/2012

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Accents

4/14/2011

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Evaluating a Speech and Speaker

3/3/2011

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Every time we listen to a speaker we need to use discernment.  We have to ask ourselves why is this person speaking and what is it that they want?  Are they a trust worthy source? How should I think about what it is that they are telling me?

Notice the differences between the two speeches, specifically the use of logic.  The first speech is void of any logical reasoning stating why he should be the county treasurer or what he would actually do if elected to that office. 
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Note Taking Speech

3/3/2011

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2/16/2011

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Practice Constructive Criticism:
        - What are some of the things that she did to reduce her credibility? This is a pretty bad example of public speaking, so what advice would you give her so that she will be able to communicate her ideas for effectively at the next city council meeting.
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Constructive Criticism

2/9/2011

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Here's some constructive criticism that your wrote:

"If you're a little jumpy and words are coming out muffled and fast, control your breathing and think about the words that are coming out of your mouth."
    - Rachel Jones

"It was a great speech.  So what if you made a mistake? You don't have to mention it.  Chances are, no one would've noticed anyway."
    - Amichka Francis

"Even though you make nice jokes to keep the audience lively, I personally think you should be serious too.  As this is an important time of the year, you should project the words that you're saying well, so everyone can understand what you said.  You don't need to rush through. To not show your nervousness, stay still and put your hands behind your back or you can put them on the podium."

    - Mallaury Davi

"All of your enthusiasm was great.  It kept me listening.  But it was kind of distracting when you shook your head back and forth.  You should practice standing strait when giving a speech."
    - Veliza West

"Very energetic and kept the audience entertained, but remember your giving a formal speech."
    - Austin Hassler
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