Journal # 6
SPC -100
Frank DeMers
Some of the things that I have learned so far trough this class include. The idea that there can be an actual process to the creation of a speech and that this process can improve the speech.
It has also become clearer to me that there are several elements of a “speech” that have no direct relationship to verbal communication, the contents of the speech and in some cases the purpose or intent of the speech.
When we first began the class, I know that I needed to work on overcoming some “stage fright.” I have had opportunities to do public speaking before, and I know that this is usually a challenge that many people face. The first video by Joe Kowan pointed out that this is a common issue and that it is something that we can take on and overcome. Preparation, rehearsal, feedback and revision can definitely help us to work through these challenges. Though as Joe Kowan points out a bit of levity and allowing ourselves to find a personal comfort level can also be important.
As we moved on to the second week and with the reading that we did as well as the second video it started to be more apparent to me that you could have a more formal process for creating and formulating a speech. The readings introduced ways in which we can organize the speech and set a purpose and direction for the speech. The video talked about ways that we can improve the process of giving and receiving feedback. I know that I learned from the feedback that I received from my peers, I tried to use the feedback to improve my final version of the second speech. Going into speech three, I did try to incorporate the feedback I have received from my peers and from Mr. Miller. I know that looking at the speech, there is still room for improvement. I do however now fell more comfortable with my public speaking skills and I plan to continue to use the skills I have learned and the new skills I will learn, to improve my abilities through the rest of the class.
