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Public speaking

Public speech to a group of audience in a structured, deliberate manner to inform, influence, or entertain.

Contributors in Public speaking

Public speaking

stories

Language; Public speaking

Accounts of actions or incidents that demonstrate points the speaker is making. See also narrative.

balance

Language; Public speaking

Achieving a balance among the major parts of a presentation.

marking

Language; Public speaking

Adding a gender reference when none is needed-e.g., "a woman doctor. "

tailoring

Language; Public speaking

Adjusting material to better suit a particular audience. Not quite customizing.

timing

Language; Public speaking

Adjusting one's speaking and pausing for dramatic or comical effect.

response to introduction

Language; Public speaking

After the introduction, comments directed to the introducer or the audience about the introduction or introducer.

general session

Language; Public speaking

All attendees present at the same presentation.

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