Speaking & speaking skills

This presentation defines the term speaking and speaking skills. Also it contains some description of key speaking skills which every speaker should have.

1. Speaking & Speaking Skills Definition of the term “speaking” and description of some essential skills that every speaker must have

2. COMSATS UNIVERSITY of SCIENCE and TECHNOLOGY, LAHORE, PAKISTAN

3. Presented by: Noaman Ahmed CIIT/SP10-BEC-037/LHR

4. What is Speaking ? Conveying information verbally Expression of thoughts Expression of feelings Expression of ideas

5. What are Speaking Skills ? Ability to convey one’s message or information, verbally, in a proper and suitable manner Ability to express oneself clearly in front of others Ability to express one’s ideas, feelings, and thoughts Ability to give one’s opinion in different matters

6. Importance of Speaking Skills Help create understanding Help express oneself to others Help a person grow socially in his personal and professional life Help avoid conflicts

7. How do speaking skills help us avoid conflicts ? By knowing the proper words and the proper way to use them, we can definitely work our way through a conflicting situation and ease the tension build-up Silence is not always good Speaking up is better and it’s about being honest about our experience in a way that is respectful to ourselves and to those around us.

8. Some important aspects of your voice Tone Intonation Pronunciation Flow/Pace Pitch

9. Some important speaking skills during private speaking Intermediate pace Clear voice Regard of the situation Letting the other person finish first Clear description of point

10. Some important speaking skills during public speaking Research a topic Organize your ideas logically Employ quotations, facts, and statistics Incorporate humor Start strong, end stronger Analyze the audience Punctuate words with gestures Vary vocal pace, tone, and volume Interact with audience by holding a Q&A session Seek feedback Convince or persuade listeners when necessary Act and speak ethically

11. Places where you can practice your speaking skills At home At school/educational institute At your workplace At public places like café’s, restaurants, shopping malls etc. At public and private events

12. Methods which can help improve your vocal quality Drink hot beverages Gargle your throat using salt solution Get enough sleep Eat a healthy diet Avoid yelling

13. QUESTIONS ARE WELCOMED !!