本書以任務式與問題式學習模式為基礎,創(chuàng)設英語演講情境,循序漸進解決演講過程中的實際問題。本書編排以演講的六大核心要素為主線模塊,集系統(tǒng)性、實用性、操作性為一體。每個章節(jié)分為三大“主干板塊”即演講策略技巧、演講案例分析、演講實操訓練,和四大“自選模塊”即演講理論術語、演講小貼士、演講問題答疑、演講自主拓展。讀者可以根據(jù)自身需要把“主干板塊”與“自選模塊”組合。同時為了呼應時代,本書順應當下自媒體、視頻會議、直播等潮流,囊括小組演講、線上演講報告、網(wǎng)絡視頻會議等內(nèi)容,為讀者介紹視頻直播技術,提升鏡頭前英語演講技巧。本書編寫體現(xiàn)英語演講教學理念、教學方法以及教學內(nèi)容的革新,在保持英語口語訓練強度的基礎上,突出實踐、交際、思辨、跨文化溝通、調(diào)查研究與合作學習等方面能力的培養(yǎng)。本書既可以作為英語專業(yè)演講課程教材,也是非英專大學英語高階口語訓練材料。本書也適合有一定英語語言基礎的語言學習愛好者,練習英語口語表達,提高英語演講水平。
PART ONE GETTING STARTED
CHAPTER 1 All About Public Speaking
I.Welcome to Public Speaking
Ⅱ.Secrets of Success in Public Speaking
Ⅲ.Becoming an Effective Speaker
IV.Becoming an Ethical Speaker
CHAPTER 2 Your First Speech
I.Understanding Six Steps in Creating a Speech
Ⅱ.Practicing and Rehearsing for the Speech
Ⅲ.Managing Speech Anxiety
IV.Reflecting and Improving After the Speech
CHAPTER 3 Listening and Critical Thinking
I.Understanding Listening
Ⅱ.Identifying Effective Listening Strategies
Ⅲ.Critical Thinking in Listening
PART TWO PLANNING YOUR SPEECH
CHAPTER 4 Speech Purpose and Topic
I.Determining Your General Purpose
Ⅱ.Identifying Your Topic
Ⅲ.Analyzing Your Audience
IV.Customizing Your Topic
V.Focusing on Your Specific Purpose
CHAPTER 5 Audience Adaptation
I.Thinking Critically about Audience Adaptation
Ⅱ.Engaging Your Audience
Ⅲ.Getting Your Message Across
IV.Adapting to International Audiences
PART THREE DEVELOPING YOUR SPEECH
CHAPTER6 Organization and Supports
I.Organizing the Speech Body
Ⅱ.Supporting Your Ideas
CHAPTER 7 Introductions and Conclusions
I.Writing Impressive Introductions
Ⅱ.Writing Effective Conclusions
CHAPTER 8 Engaging Language
I.Using Accurate Language
Ⅱ.Using Clear Language
Ⅲ.Using Vivid Language
IV.Using Appropriate Language
PART FOUR DELIVERING YOUR SPEECH
CHAPTER 9 Using Your Voice
I.Chinese vs.English: Differences in Pronunciation
Ⅱ.Common Mispronunciation by Chinese Students
Ⅲ.Effective Vocal Delivery in Public Speaking
CHAPTER 10 Using Body Language
I.Using Your Body Effectively to Speak in Public
Ⅱ.Using Cue Cards Effectively
CHAPTER 11 Visual Aids & Technology
I.Enhancing Your Speech with Visual Aids
Ⅱ.Strategic Planning for Visual Aids
Ⅲ.Presenting with PowerPoint Slides
PART FIVE APPLYING STRATEGIES
CHAPTER 12 Informative Speeches
I.Informing Audiences
Ⅱ.Organizing Your Informative Speech
Ⅲ.Applying Informative Communication Strategies
CHAPTER 13 Persuasive Speeches
I.Constructing Your Persuasive Speech Goal
Ⅱ.Reasoning with Audience
Ⅲ.Organizing Your Persuasive Speech
CHAPTER 14 Group Discussions
I.Forming Small Groups
Ⅱ.Determining the Group’s Common Goal
Ⅲ.Identifying Your Roles in Groups
Ⅳ.Communicating Effectively in Groups
V.Organizing a Meeting for a Group Discussion
CHAPTER 15 Group Presentations
I.Understanding Public Group Presentations
Ⅱ.Preparing Your Group Presentation
Ⅲ.Delivering Your Presentation as a Team
Ⅳ.Evaluating Group Effectiveness
V.Giving an Effective Online Presentation
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