Extempore Speaking: Strategies and Techniques.pptx

Extempore Speaking is an impromptu speech.

1. Extempore SpeEcH

2. Definition An extempore speech is an impromptu speech which the candidate is required to make on a topic given there and then.

3. An extempore presentation tests the candidates on the following:- Ability to think on their feet Analysis of the topic and identification of the issue to be addressed Idea generation Prioritization and sequencing to display logical thinking Ability to connect with the panel  Communication skills Overall presentation skills-body language, confidence, poise, composure etc.

4. Topics to expect Generally, the extempore topics are not very tough. The topics range from something very personal like hobbies, academic background, a particular or recent incident, a common saying or proverb or an issue of current affair. So be prepared to speak on anything and everything.

5. How to go about it? When you get the topic, do not rush to start even if you feel that you are well versed with the topic. Take some time to gather your thoughts according to points, and then start with the first point and carry on with the flow. Prioritize your points and say accordingly to finish your speech within allotted time. Even if you don't have sufficient ideas about the topic given to you, or can't gather many points in the initial few seconds, while speaking, try to think about other related points.

6. ………………………Continued Make sure you follow a particular structure of introduction, main body and conclusion otherwise it will just be a haphazard collection of words. Handle mental blocks smartly:  At times, when you get blank about what to speak, try to maneuver yourself out of the situation gracefully by avoiding being nervous. Candid smiles also help and for such situations it is better to have back up plans. Pretend like you're pausing on purpose. Walk back and forth slowly, as if you're letting your last point sink in.

7. Control on speech:  Don't get emotional about the respective topic, avoid getting too personal on sensitive matters, don't even deviate from the topic and talk irrelevant. Keep it short and sweet.  Impromptu speeches aren't expected to be long, epic narratives. In fact, the more concise you get the better.

8. Speech Structure Opening Opening Sentence Attention Getting Use stories, shocking facts, personal connections, etc. Body Supporting materials and stories Conclusion Conclude with impact; summarize review, or restate Be brief and links back to the opening

9. Opening an extempore speech The Questioning Opening “To be or not to be?” Now that's a good question. Starting with a question and going on to either answer it or give a discourse on the many facets that might go to making an answer, is another technique for opening a presentation. Factual Opening This technique involves playing it pretty straight, telling in advance what you are going to cover in the proceeding minutes. The Surprising Opening Shocking or surprising the audience at the beginning is an excellent way of gaining attention at the start, though it is obviously a bit riskier than the factual opening.

10. P.R.E.P. Method When asked to express an opinion – to inform, persuade, or inspire Point Make your point (Opening) Reason Reasons for the point (Body) Example Examples to justify (Body) Point Links back to opening (Conclusion)

11. Past Present Future Method When asked for your comment on a particular subject Point Make your point (Opening) Past What happened (Body) Present What is happening (Body) Future What will/could happen (Body) Point Links back to opening (Conclusion)

12. Other Methods Problem, cause, remedy Before, the event, results Local, state, federal Good, bad, indifferent

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