Topic: How to Succeed in Public Speaking

General Purpose: To inform

Specific Purpose: To inform students on how to succeed in CA 110.

Thesis: Succeeding in CA 110 can be easy if you follow the course guidelines.

Introduction

I. Attention Material

A. Did you know that Public Speaking can be less intimidating if you learn your material and CA 110 course policies?

II. Orienting Material

A. Tie to the Audience: All of you here today are currently enrolled in CA 110 Public Speaking, and I am sure you would like to successfully complete the course, as well as learn new ways to address an audience.

B. Credibility Statement: I am a graduate assistant for CA 110, I often speak publicly, and I have seen a pattern in what problems students encounter.

C. Thesis Statement: Succeeding in CA 110 can be easy if you follow the course guidelines.

D. Preview of Main Points:

1. First, I will tell you about course policies, deadlines, and who to contact for help.
2. Next, I will tell you about course assignments like outlines and forums.
3. Finally, I will inform you on how to get additional help for this class.