End-of-the-term

a) Do you think that you have gained or improved on your public speaking competency in the duration of ENGLTWO?

Yes! I think I have improvements in my public speaking because as the term ends, I can now express my thoughts on my conversations with other people. I think critically in explaining my points and I can now apply all the lessons we had in English two in my everyday life.

b) If not, why do you think so? What prevented you from learning or acquiring skills? If yes, what skills are these and how much improvement have you noticed?

I think I have improvements in dealing with my nervousness. As I remember my first speech, I was very nervous that time that I’m so much confused on what I’m going to say. Now, I think positively whenever I speak. I also assure that I‘m prepared when I face the audience.

c) For those who answered yes, What are the top 3 public speaking skills that you find most valuable and would like to continue to develop in yourself?

I learned in our English two classes that eye contact is very important to a speaker. I remember when I give my first speech; I lack eye contact to the audience because I always read my visuals. Now, I can say that I have improved my eye contact to my audience because I now use cards wherein I put the important points in my speech. I want to continue the use of cards because I realized that it was very helpful especially on my upcoming defense in my different subjects. Voice quality is also important because a low quality of voice or a soft voice can make the audience feel boring. I would like to continue the loudness of my voice but I will also control it so I may not sound like shouting the audience. I think, the most important factor of a speaker is getting the attention of the audience. By getting the attention of the audience, they would never feel boring in your speech. I would like to develop this factor because I think this is the most challenging part of the speaker because you must make the audience interested in your topic.

d) For everyone, what other skills do you think you have not had the chance to learn much during the term but would try to practice and acquire in upcoming classes in DLSC?

I think, I need to practice more on my self confidence because there were times when I deliver my speech I feel unsure on my construction of my ideas and words. Also, I need to use some pauses especially when I get blank than repeatedly saying something like “ahm”.

3. Is there anything you would like to suggest in the instruction and handling of ENGLTWO?

I would like to suggest more Field trips on English two classes because this is a 4 day class and I want other students to enjoy new environment because we always usually use our classrooms that make some students feel boring. By having these field trips, the students can enjoy more English classes.

A persuasive speech on The Troubles of Teenage Relationships

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A persuasive speech on The Troubles of Teenage Relationships

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Persuasive Speech

Topic: Intimate Relationship

Thesis Statement: I would like to persuade my classmates that having a relationship at a young age is disadvantageous.

I.                    Introduction

Greeting

Share my own experience in having relationship with the opposite sex.

Define relationship.

http://relationshipvision.com/faq/define-an-intimate-relationship

http://relationshipvision.com/faq/cat/9/relationships

http://www.booktrope.com/book/emotion-seduction-intimacy

II.                  Problems

Give examples of common problems in having relationship

·         Emotional

¨       Relationship break ups

http://spr.sagepub.com/content/1/1/49.abstract

http://www.gettingpastyourbreakup.com/

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m4021/is_1_25/ai_96734611/

·         Health

¨       Mental health issues

http://psychcentral.com/ask-the-therapist/2011/02/01/how-to-help-my-boyfriend-with-mental-health-issues/

·         Premarital sex

¨       Show facts on common problems of a relationship

http://www.upiasia.com/Society_Culture/2007/11/20/commentary_sex_and_filipino_youth/7325/

·         Early Pregnancy

¨       Show Statistics in teenage pregnancy

Ø  Abortion

III.                Solutions

Join clubs and organizations in school

Participate in religious services of the church

Be active in the activities of the community

Be sociable to everyone

IV.                Benefits

Compare and contrast situations of having relationship

·         Enjoy teenager life

·         Keep your relationship with your parents

·         Improve talents and skills

·         Dreams and goals were achieved

V.                  Recommendations

Parents and siblings must maintain openness with each other.

Have a bonding with parents and siblings at least once a week.

TOP 3 QUESTION

mitz_venice Mitzelle Venice Bati  Do you think that the DLSC shuttle service needs improvement? Answer: Yes. The DLSC shuttle service needs improvement especially in the schedule of the shuttle service, some of the students have a hard time because they waited too long in every ride of a shuttle service. They can't go easily as whenever they want. nivekyariv Kevin Viray  Can you consider a tricycle a shuttle service?  Answer: Yes. In the Philippines, A tricycle can be considered as a shuttle service. A tricycle is a modified small ( usually 150 to 180 cc ) motorcycle with a sidecar - good up to 7 persons. Some of the owners use their tricycles to earn extra money by using their tricycle as shuttle service. They go back and forth as the usual shuttle service.  mikecocjin john michael cocjin  what is your suggestion with the current status of DLSC shuttle service? Answer: I suggest that we must have enough number of Kia vans because the students of the DLSC is growing up. Some of their passenger cannot be accommodated because of lack of shuttle service.

Do’s and Don’ts in Public Speaking

Are you nervous reciting speech inside the classroom? You are not alone, many people have stage fright. For you to be able to overcome nervousness I suggest you first to create a plan so that you can manage your speech according to the way you want and also to be reminded by the allotted time for the speech. Second, know your topic well because it can add to your confidence levels when performing. As much as possible, prepare a note card wherein you can put the whole outline of your speech so that when you get blank you can easily get in to it. Practice at home much better in front of the mirror so that you can be able to correct your body posture, facial expressions and the tone of your voice. You must speak with confidence. Be yourself; imagine the people that you are talking are your friends. Persuade your audience effectively. Speak with conviction as if you really believe in what you are saying. Practice your voice in speaking out loud so that the person at the back can be able to hear and understand your speech. Before going to school, I suggest you to drink warm water than other beverages so that you can avoid drying of your mouth while talking in front of the class. Smile before you begin speaking.Take some time to relax your mind and gather your thoughts once you stand in front of the crowd. To understand your speech you must speak slowly and clearly. Keep most gestures at chest level. Using hand gestures while reciting the speech can also help the audience in understanding the topic to match or enhance your message. It is also good to use pauses while talking so that you can be able to organize your thoughts and so the audience can be able to hear your speech clearly. Imagine that you are talking to your friends. Having a positive and friendly perception of the audience can increase your confidence levels. Talk to your audience as if you are talking to a group of friends or to guests at a party. Eye contact is a must. Use the 3-second method, (look straight into the eyes of a person in the audience for 3 seconds at a time.) You can focus first on your left side, second is the center and the right side so that you can get the attention of every side of the room and so the audience can also feel that they are involved. You can’t catch the audience attention when you keep your head down in front of them. Focusing at someone sitting at the back of the room can also help you in lessening your nervousness and calming yourself. Add humor whenever appropriate and possible. Remember that an interesting speech makes time fly, but a boring speech is always too long to endure. Keep audience interested throughout your entire presentation. Leave your listeners with a positive impression and a sense of completion. Do not end with an awkward silence or say something like "I guess this is the end of my speech".