8.2 Informational Speech

To advocate for a particular position

To convey information clearly and objectively

To entertain the audience with stories

To persuade the audience to take action

To convey information clearly

To persuade the audience

To present facts and knowledge

To be objective

Based on impossible to deny facts

Avoids opinion statements

Takes sides on issues

Focuses on clear explanation

History of the Gettysburg Address

A recent conspiracy theory

A partisan political issue

Paranormal experiences

The process of photosynthesis

The history of the Olympic Games

Conspiracy theories about Area 51

How solar panels work

Use objective sources

Rely on credible websites

Include practical takeaways

Focus only on familiar content

30% new information, 70% repackaging information

30% speaking time, 70% visual aids

30% examples, 70% facts

30% audience participation, 70% lecture

Debate moderator

Motivator

Entertainer

Information translator

Emphasizing verbal delivery

Using charts and graphics

Including demonstrations and interactive elements

Providing detailed handouts

They should always include partisan political issues

They should connect to real-life applications

They should primarily contain new information

They should focus on broad rather than specific topics

It's only necessary when speaking to experts

It comes naturally to all speakers

It requires thorough preparation and reliable sources

It's less important than being entertaining