2. Speaking To Inform   (Cat No. 226-B)

1 - The Speech to Inform (5-7 minutes)
* Select new and useful information for presentation to the audience
* Organize the information for easy understandability and retention
* Present the information in a way that will help motivate the audience to learn

2 - Resources for Informing (5-7 minutes)
* Analyze the knowledge of your audience regarding your chosen subject
* Focus your presentation at the audience's level of knowledge
* Build a supporting case for each major point through the use of  explanation, examples, and information gathered through research
* Effectively use at least one visual aid to enhance the audience's understanding

3 - The Demonstration Talk (10-12 minutes)
* Prepare a demonstration speech to clearly explain a process, product or activity
* Conduct the demonstration as part of a speech delivered without notes

4 - A Fact-Finding Report (10-12 minutes)
* Prepare a report on a situation, event or problem of interest to the audience
* Delver sufficient factual information in your report so the audience can base valid conclusions or a sound decision on it

5 - The Abstract Concept (10-12 minutes)
* Research and organize the thought of experts on an abstract concept, theory, historical force or social/political issue
* Present the ideas in clear and interesting manner