Did you stand up straight but stay relaxed?
Towards the end Stood straighter than I had in the beggining. But most of the time I rocked back and forth from one foot to the other.
Did you pause for a moment before you began your speech?
Yes, I did pause before I started my speech. When I saw everyone looking at me kind of like "well are you going to start or not" then I started.
Did you look at your audience?
Yes I did look at my audience at first mostly I looked at Phalen Because she was the only one smiling. After that though I stared kind of over everyone.
Did you let your facial expressions naturally reflect what you were saying?
I used a few facial expressions whenever I was talking about something that happened to Calamity Jane. When I talked about her side jobs though i didn't use very many facial expressions.
Did you use your hands?
Most of the time my hands were at my sides. The only time I really used them was when I called on someone to answer a question.
Did you speak loudly enough so that everyone could hear you?
I spoke loud enough for everyone to hear. Louder than my regular voice but not yelling at them.
Did you change your tone to show how you felt (upset, excited) about an idea or to emphasize a point?
Not really my voice stayed about the same most of the time. I should do that more in my next presentation.
Was your speed of delivery too fast, too slow or just right?
I think it was just right because it was about four minutes long maybe.
Did you practice your speech at home before giving it?
I practiced it once up in the apartment while talking to Eva. I also practiced once at home.
What did you notice that you did well in your speech?
I didn't have to look back at my slides too much. I also didnt forget to mention any of the answers to my questions.
Describe one aspect of public speaking you will work to improve?
I need to improve in changing the sound of my voice to show how I feel about something.
Monday, May 11, 2009
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