07 Jul Informative Speech

1. Think about an informative speech that you would like to present on a topic of your choice.
2. The speech can be for any context and any length, but the purpose must be to inform. See the list of example speech occasions for inspiration.
3. Download and answer each question in the the Unit 2 Touchstone Template based on the speech you are thinking of: 
4. Consider your audience, purpose, and thesis and complete Part 1 of the template.
5. Utilize your program resources, the internet or a local library to find three credible sources that are relevant to your speech and complete Part 2 of the template.
6. Read through your sources to identify five pieces of evidence that support your thesis and complete Part 3 of the template. Be sure to use at least three different types of sources (example, statistic, analogy, definition, visual, story, testimony).
7. Review the rubric to ensure that you understand how you will be evaluated. Ask a Sophia learning coach if you have any questions.
8. Review the checklist and requirements to ensure that your Touchstone is complete.
9. Submit your completed Unit 2 Touchstone Template on Sophia.

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