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Public Speaking Fifth Edition by Michael Osborn; Suzanne Osborn is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Public Speaking Fifth Edition about?

Includes bibliographical references and index pt. 1. The foundations of public speaking -- 1. You as a public speaker -- How a public speaking course can help you -- Public speaking as communication -- You as an ethical speaker -- 2. Your first speech -- Managing the impressions you make -- Building your first speech -- Outlining your first speech -- Presenting your first speech -- Controlling communication apprehension -- Introducing yourself and others -- Sample speech of self-introduction -- 3. Becoming a better listener -- The nature and importance of effective listening -- Overcoming barriers to effective listening -- Developing critical thinking and listening skills -- Evaluating speeches -- Ethical responsibilities of a listener -- pt. 2. Preparation for public speaking -- 4. Adapting to your audience and situation -- Adapting to audience dynamics -- Adjusting to audience demographics -- Meeting the challenges of audience diversity -- Adjusting to the communication situation -- Diversity resources on the Internet -- 5. Selecting and researching your topic -- Finding a good topic -- Determining your purpose -- Acquiring responsible knowledge -- A guide to library and Internet

Who reads Public Speaking Fifth Edition?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Michael Osborn; Suzanne Osborn
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin College Div
Published
2000
Language
EN
ISBN
9780395960080
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
Literary Fiction, Fiction, Humanities
Rating
2.95 / 5 (2 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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