Listening for Details Self-Assessment
By Dr. Cynthia Ellenbecker
In this learning activity you'll use active listening skills to answer 10 questions based on a story.
Writing a Sentence Outline (Screencast)
By Dr. Rose Marie Mastricola
In this screencast, you'll examine writing a sentence outline using complete sentences for headings, subheadings, main points, and subpoints.
Developing the Central Idea
In this learning activity you'll apply techniques for identifying a central idea to a practice exercise.
Creating and Using Presentation Note Cards
In this learning activity you'll create presentation note cards to use during your speech.
Listening Practice
This activity is cognitive. Learners will actively listen to a story activated by the computer. Then learners will take a quiz on their comprehension. Lastly, learners will compare their chosen answers against the answer key to determine how well they really did "actively" listen. (Credit given to Tom E. Wirkus, University Of Wisconsin-LaCrosse for this activity.)
The Question and Answer Period
In this learning activity you'll explore the guidelines for an effective question and answer period after giving a speech.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Ad Populum
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the Ad Populum fallacy.
Determining the Specific Purpose of Your Speech Pt. 2
In this learning activity you'll review the general principles speakers use to create a specific purpose statement.
Brainstorming for a Speech
In this learning activity you'll brainstorm and compose a list of speech topics.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Ad Hominem
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the Ad Hominem fallacy.
Concluding Your Speech
In this learning activity you'll review a conclusion and decide how effectively it summarized a speech. You'll also gain some tips for writing your own speech conclusion.
Group Discussion
In this learning object you'll review various types of groups as well as the concepts of rules and norms in groups.
A Listening Improvement Plan
In this learning activity you'll produce a personal listening improvement plan based on good listening techniques.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Slippery Slope
In this learning activity you'll explore the Slippery Slope fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches -"Either/Or" Fallacy
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the either/or fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Research
In this learning activity you'll explore the differences between primary and secondary research.
Writing a Topic Outline
Every speech starts with an outline. Knowing how to write one can make the difference between speech success and speech failure. In this module, we’ll explore what’s involved in creating an outline, demonstrate how to put one together, and give you examples you can use to create your own outline.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Post hoc, Ergo Propter hoc
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the Post hoc, Ergo Propter hoc fallacy.
Introducing Your Speech
In this learning activity you'll analyze an introduction and determine whether or not it was effective. You'll also gain an understanding of what makes an effective introduction.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Ad Absurdum
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the Ad Absurdum fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Ad Verecundiam
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the Ad Verecundia fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Red Herring
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the Red Herring fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the eight most common logical fallacies commonly used in persuasive speeches.
Determining the General Purpose of Your Speech Pt.1 (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll explore the different types of purposes for giving speeches.
Avoiding Design Mistakes When Creating Visuals
In this learning activity you'll review design errors and learn how to avoid them.