- Use the template to develop a persuasive outline that has an attention-grabbing introduction, a specific purpose, a central idea, several main points, and a memorable conclusion. You will use this outline to stay within the 3-4 minute time limit when you present in Week 9.
- You must use at least two quality sources to support your ideas (cited in-text and in the Sources section).
Running head: SPEECH TITLE
Speech Title
Student Name
Professor Name
Date
* Please note that the purpose of this template is to assist you with correctly formatting an outline. Please carefully review the Assignment Overview document (located in assignment link) for the approved topics. Also, your outline should not include complete paragraphs, entire speech, or an essay.*
*Add your own information to this template. Reminder: all sources must be cited both in-text and in the reference section using APA or SWS.
Speech Title
I. Introduction
A) Attention getter (Quote, Statistic, or Anecdote-Cite all outside information).
B) Thesis Statement/Purpose (topic of the speech).
C) Preview Main Points (1, 2 and 3).
II. Body
1. Main point #1 (Cite Credible Sources)
a. Supporting Detail/Research/Example (Benefits of an Outline, 1).
b. Supporting Detail/Research/Example.
c. Supporting Detail/Research/Example.
2. Main point #2 (Cite Credible Sources)
a. Supporting Detail/Research/Example (Effective Use of a Presentation, 2)
b. Supporting Detail/Research/Example
c. Supporting Detail/Research/Example
3. Main point #3 (Cite Credible Sources)
a. Supporting Detail/Research/Example
b. Supporting Detail/Research/Example (Benefits of an Outline, 1)
c. Supporting Detail/Research/Example
III. Conclusion
A) Review Main Points (1, 2 and 3)
B) Thesis Statement/Purpose (Restate speech topic)
C) Memorable Conclusion (Quote, Statistic, or Anecdote, Call to Action)
Sources/References
(Replace with your own sources-this shows correct formatting only)
1. Benefits of an Outline. 2015. Importance of an Outline. http://www.inspiration.com/visual-learning/outlining .org
2. Effective Use of a Presentation. 2018. https://www.effectiveuseofpresentation.edu