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I have been trying to figure out an informative speech topic for a few weeks now... this is my first speech class, and public speaking is definitely not one of my strengths... "Informative speeches serve the function of instruction".

I'd like to do something obscure, but I suffer an immense creative block when it comes to stuff like this... All ideas (even silly) are welcomed at this point...
 
I had a similar project back when I was a sophomore. Had to be 10 min long and teach the class something. So I taught them how to play Tony Hawk 4. Went over character creation (made one of the professor teaching it), controls for the game, played a level of the game with the character I made during the presentation, etc. Also gave them a brief history of the series. 10 min flies fast when you're doing something you love, good luck.
 
If you are given the freedom of choice when it comes to a speech, paper, or anything, make the topic be something that interests you and it will be a lot easier because you'll actually be interested in your topic.

Tell us some of your interests so we can give you better ideas.
 
I did mine on the movie rating system since I work at a theater and stole one of those posters with the little bunny wearing sunglasses as he goes to see an nc-17 film. That poster scored me some extra points in the visual aid category and I wasn't nervous since it was something I know about, so I made the first A in the class.

If you can pick something to do with your job or a hobby then go for it. Remember to watch your um's and uh's and good luck!
 
Well, I pretty much work (hotel job that I hate, nothing I would want to talk about there), go to school, and play FFXI XD... not very exciting stuff, and I wouldn't be too thrilled at the prospect of explaining something FFXI related to the class.
 
I remember for my informative speech I did how slot machines work. I forget the terminology but the organization went something like this: pre-lever pull, during lever pull and reels line up, payout.
 
[quote name='zionoverfire']You could explain how a microbrewery works.;)[/QUOTE]

:lol: That might actually be kinda cool.



I'm gonna add that onto my mini list. The only other topics I have developed are uber-geek topics that I will only use as a last resort.

-Succeeding as a squad in Battlefield 2
-Beginning your adventures in Vana'diel / Azeroth
-The road from crime to sentencing (I'm not sure how I would make this a speech... I know the steps, but it would come out being like a "First, this happens... then this.... then this... then this...")
-How a microbrewery works :D
-How to blow your time playing videogames when you should be doing homework (courtesy of a friend of mine in FFXI when I was asking them for speech ideas)
 
It doesn't have to instruct as in be like a technical manual or go through steps to complete something. Informative speechs can inform the audience about the structure of a political party or the outrageous fat content of movie snacks. It just has to reference information, giving people a new perspective.

You could do something informing people about the video rating system, or the work that goes into creating a video game: back story, planning, programming. Or just an informative speech on the history of video gaming. You could bring in different systems.
 
[quote name='browneyedgal68']It doesn't have to instruct as in be like a technical manual or go through steps to complete something. Informative speechs can inform the audience about the structure of a political party or the outrageous fat content of movie snacks. It just has to reference information, giving people a new perspective.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, this is what I was under the impression it was as well. That quote I pulled ("Informative speeches serve the function of instruction") was straight from the syllabus that the professor gave us, so I got a little worried that I might have to do something that involves a process. I will probably discuss this with him tomorrow. Here are a few super-basic outlines I decided to whip up for a few of my ideas. Since I don't know the details behind the function of a microbrewery, I haven't done an outline for it. Additionally, since the Crime -> Punishment model is rather drawn out and cut and dry, I am leaving that out as well.

Barebones outlines:

1. Squad Success in Battlefield 2

Basic Training
-Learning the control setup
-Finding a keyboard configuration that works for you
-Mouse settings, and their importance
-Essential hotkeys and quick commands

Know Your Enemy
-Observing the lay of the land
-Using terrain to your advantage
-Faction strengths and weaknesses

Tools of the Trade
-Situational weaponry, and how to choose
-Vehicles and their functions
-Class essentials, and choosing what's right for you

Advanced options, and communication
-Teamwork essentials
-Communication over VoIP, and why it is necessary
-Stacking the odds: Flag monopoly basics




2. Beginning Your Adventures in Azeroth

Starting your new life
-Forget all about your family, friends, school and work.
-Time management, and preventing addiction

Identify yourself
-Character creation and name selection
-Choosing a class that works for you

Origins
-Picking a server
-Carebears defined
-PvP explained, and why you want it

Bright lights, big city
-First steps
-Finding the right guild for you
-Grouping fundamentals, and basic etiquette

Money makes the world go round
-Selecting a tradeskill
-Gear importance

Progression, what comes next?
-"The Grind", and other pitfalls
-Instancing and raids




3. How to blow your time playing videogames when you should be doing homework

Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em
-Assignments for which this cannot apply
-Disclaimer, and why you are on your own

Don't waste your time...
-Choosing the right game
-Making the most out of your deviant experience

Gaming as a good excuse
-MMO's and their real-world applications
-Expanding body (coordination, dexterity) and mind (cultural awareness)

Limitations still apply
-The art of the all-nighter
-Caffeine and you

Ability to recover is key
-Working under pressure, and the rush of panic
-Time management, and what still works
-Working with your strengths, and knowing your resources
 
Whatever you do don't be one of those people who gets up and says "I'm going to explain X" and then go to introduce everything say starting with "and now I'm going to show you". Just talk like you're having a conversation.

Also, that's a lot of info for the 10 minutes. To cover all that would seem to be difficult. That 38 things to discuss in 10 minutes, leaving you just over 15 seconds to discuss each one.
 
Yeah, once I pick one of those outlines to follow I will cut it down... the speech isn't even 10 minutes, it's only 5-7 :x
 
[quote name='alonzomourning23']Whatever you do don't be one of those people who gets up and says "I'm going to explain X" and then go to introduce everything say starting with "and now I'm going to show you". Just talk like you're having a conversation.

Also, that's a lot of info for the 10 minutes. To cover all that would seem to be difficult.[/QUOTE]

thats one of the things that his teacher has probably stated is wrong. Your speech should be more formal than a normal conversation.

and I have to do the same type of assignment as I am also in a basic speech class. I still have no clue what I want to do and topics are due on Thursday. I am leaning towards talking about NASCAR or some other sport as I think that might be fairly easy, but I have not made up my mind yet.
 
Our professor wants us to start by telling a story, then segway into our speech, then tie in the ending of the story to the conclusion of the speech. We have to dress up somewhat formally for our speeches, but they will be presented in alphabetical order, so I won't end up having to go on the first day... kinda let me sit back and see how everyone else does so I can alter my format if necessary.
 
[quote name='CaseyRyback']thats one of the things that his teacher has probably stated is wrong. Your speech should be more formal than a normal conversation.
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I didn't mean to start using street slang. But it's dull and uninteresting to constantly introduce things. By speaking more fluently, like you would while conversing with someone, you will have an easier time holding peoples attention. That's what I've always done and I've done very well whenever I have to do oral presentations.
 
[quote name='alonzomourning23']Also, that's a lot of info for the 10 minutes. To cover all that would seem to be difficult. That 38 things to discuss in 10 minutes, leaving you just over 15 seconds to discuss each one.[/QUOTE]

No, no... each one of those three outlines is a seperate topic... I would only be using one.
 
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