Concept Speech

Watch the following clip of the professional presentation http://www.ted.com/talks/steven_johnson_how_play_leads_to_great_inventions/transcript?

and then answer the following questions.

Answer all of the questions thoroughly. Utilize critical thinking skills.

1. Research
A) What types of research did the speaker use?
B) What types of supporting material did he use to develop the speech?
C) Did his use of a visual aid and audio clips add to the speech? Why or why not?

2. Ethics
A) Is his presentation ethical?
B) Does he seem credible? Why?
C) Is he credible to speak on the topic?
D) How does he prove his credibility?

3. Analysis of Audience
A) Who is his audience?
B) Has the speaker analyzed the audience effectively and met their needs? Give an example.

4. Language/Listening
A) Was his speech easy to follow along and listen to? Why? What strategies did he use?
B) Give an example of the speaker's use of language or content that is especially appropriate for the intended audience.
C) Were the audio and video examples effective? Used at appropriate times?
D) Would this speech be as effective without audio? Why or why not?