Current+Events


 * Current Event Speech**
 * 20 points**
 * 2-3 minutes**

For this speech, you will find and choose a current event to share with your classmates.


 * Step One:** Find a current event. It can be something global, national, statewide or local. Choose an article that can be referenced online. You'll use it as a visual aid.
 * Step Two:** Organize a 2-3 minute speech in which you do the following:

I. Introduce the overall idea or theme. We'll go over the parts of an introduction in class. (~30 seconds) II. Give a short (no more than 30 seconds long) summary of the current event. III. Give us your opinion on the subject. (~1 minute) IV. Conclude your speech by summarizing the main ideas and leaving us with something to think about. (~30 seconds)


 * Step Three:** Write some speaking notes on a notecard. You may have no more than 20 words on the card.


 * Step Four:** Practice your speech until it flows smoothly.


 * Step Five:** Make sure you can access the url of your article. You'll use it as a visual aid during the speech.