SMC Communications Questions

Watch the speakers and type your answers to the following questions.

Virginia Tech: Michelle Obama’s Commencement Address

1. Did the speaker/s appear confident and professional? Why or why not?
2. How well did the speaker/s use notes? If s/he didn’t use notes, then explain how you think they managed without notes.
3. What aspect of the speaker/s’ vocal delivery did s/he do well?
4. What aspect of gesturing and body movements did the speaker/s do well?
5. How well did the speaker/s use facial expressions effectively? If not, then explain why not.
6. How clear and complete was the conclusion of the performance?
7. What was your most favorite part of the Event?
8. What was your least favorite part of the Event?
9. What did you learn from this speaker’s speech that you plan to use in your own speeches?
10. What steps will you take to implement what you have learned from this speaker?

Watch the speaker and answer the following questions.

Jon Stewart Commencement Address

1. Did the speaker/s appear confident and professional? Why or why not?
2. How well did the speaker/s use notes? If s/he didn’t use notes, then explain how you think they managed without notes.
3. What aspect of the speaker/s’ vocal delivery did s/he do well?
4. What aspect of gesturing and body movements did the speaker/s do well?
5. How well did the speaker/s use facial expressions effectively? If not, then explain why not.
6. How clear and complete was the conclusion of the performance?
7. What was your most favorite part of the Event?
8. What was your least favorite part of the Event?
9. What did you learn from this speaker’s speech that you plan to use in your own speeches?
10. What steps will you take to implement what you’ve learned from this speaker?